Save Our Heritage Organization: Penning the Past Zoom Lecture – Point Loma

Join the Save Our Heritage Organization to learn about the unique character of San Diego’s historic neighborhoods through the eyes of impassioned writers and historians. Brought to life by esteemed local authors, Penning the Past promises to be an enriching exploration of San Diego’s architectural legacy and historical tapestry.  The series is free for SOHO members, $10 per lecture for non-members. Your participation supports SOHO’s mission of education and advocacy to preserve the historic architecture, sites, and cultural landscapes that surround us and add meaning to our daily lives.

Point Loma by Eric DuVall and Kitty McDaniel

From the arrival of Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo in 1542 to the current world-class yachtsmen and women, San Diego’s beautiful natural harbor hugs the peninsula of Point Loma and boasts a significant past. The strategic location of Point Loma has been home to both military defense and business genius. The fishing fleets of the Chinese and Portuguese communities earned the Roseville area of Point Loma the nickname “Tunaville.” Today, Point Loma is one of San Diego’s most historic neighborhoods; a destination for culture, fine dining, and sportfishing; and host to important military bases. Visitors from around the world enjoy spectacular vistas and waterfront views of the Pacific Ocean, harbor, city, and islands and mountains of Mexico from atop the peninsula at Cabrillo National Monument and Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.

Author bio Eric DuVall is a freelance writer, photographer, and graphic designer. He has worked in the hospitality industry, the grocery business, radio, television, print media, and had his own graphics and printing business. A graduate of Point Loma High and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, he was once a grad student at SDSU. Eric is the founder of the University Heights Community Development Corporation, co-founder of the University Heights Community Association, and is currently the president of the Ocean Beach Historical Society. He has twice been recognized by the California State Assembly for his work in the community. Eric has one cat, two adult daughters, and three grandchildren, who are, of course, his favorites.

Kitty McDaniel is a native San Diegan who grew up in Pacific Beach during the 1960s and 1970s. She attended San Diego State University where she earned her BA and teaching credential. Her joy of teaching led to a successful career for 35 years, and she still enjoys tutoring children in elementary and middle school. She is president of La Playa Trail Association in Point Loma, and in her spare time she loves to run, surf, and research the history of her beloved hometown, San Diego.

This event is hosted by the Save Our Heritage Organization. For more information, questions, and registration, please contact the event organizer.