Behind the Scenes Member Series
Visit behind-the-scenes places in La Jolla and experience readings and programs on some of the community’s unusual artists and writers who have lived and visited here in a new members-only series coordinated by historian Carol Olten.
Nature Essay Readings from John Burroughs
Sunday, April 7
2 PM
780 Prospect Street
A glimpse into the life and observations of New England nature essayist John Burroughs with readings from early 20th century writings. Burroughs was a regular guest at Virginia Scripps' Wisteria Cottage and observed La Jolla's marine life from the windows.
D.G. Wills Books
Thursday, April 11
6 PM
7461 Girard Avenue
If La Jolla ever had a House of Books, D.G. Wills is it. Books, floor to ceiling, in every nook. For those in the know, the custodian of the House of Books is Dennis Wills has many stories to tell - how he accumulated books from private libraries and estates, the signed copies picked up on a lark, the first editions that got away. He'll tell (what's acceptable) in a private tour.
Matthew Welsh Studio & Home Tour
Thursday, June 6
2 PM
817 Silverado Street
Visit architect and artist Matthew Welsh in his studio and home where he recently added extra work and living space to a bohemian environment by moving a small historic cottage to an alley behind the main house. Interior murals, inspired by historic La Jolla, are in progress for the alley cottage.
Kinsella Library
Thursday, June 13
11 AM
1134 Kline Street
Wondering what's now inside the quietly elegant vine-covered building at the corner of Kline and Ivanhoe? Formerly known as the Copley Library, the building is now known as the Kinsella Library. Join us for a private tour and enjoy what's now behind the ficus.