EVENTS
HERITAGE MONTH 2026
The City of Laguna Beach alongside the Heritage Committee has designated the month of May as ‘Heritage Month’. These events are organized by the members of the Laguna Beach Heritage Committee. The Committee is an appointed body that advises council and design review authorities about matters pertaining to historic preservation in the city, including requests to place structures on the Historic Register and recommendations of properties for Mills Act contracts.
Explore below for additional information.
Heritage Month Kick-off at Lumberyard
Thursday, May 7
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Please join us for the opening night kick-off celebration for Laguna Beach Heritage Month! The event will be held on Thursday, May 7, at the beautiful Lumberyard Restaurant. The evening will begin at 6:30pm and will feature an overview of the Laguna Lumber Company’s original historic space, designed by architect, Jean Louis Egasse.
Architectural Trolley Tour, “Manfred DeAhna”
Saturday, May 9
9:00 AM & 11:00 AM
The Laguna Beach Architectural Trolley Tour is a popular annual event sponsored by the city’s Heritage Committee. Each year Committee members select several historic buildings in our city that capture the spirit of Laguna. Guests are able to visit these sites from the comfort of one of the city’s trolleys, a truly unique way to enjoy a guided tour.
The theme of this year’s tour celebrates the work of local architect, Manfred DeAhna, who was prolific in the 1930’s and 1940’s.
2026 Trolley Tour Route:
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Kilner Building
290 Forest Avenue
1940Photo / South Coast News
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Andrews Building
228-246 North Coast Highway
1934Photo / South Coast News
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Brown Building
664 North Coast Highway
1947Photo / Hunter Fuentes
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Canepa Residence
1141 Marine Drive
1948Photo / Hunter Fuentes
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Schmidt Residence
141 Wave Street
1935Photo / Hunter Fuentes
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Laguna Shores Hotel
419 North Coast Highway
1938Photo / Vintage Post Card
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Victor Hugo Inn
316 Cliff Drive
1939Photo / O.C. History Roundup
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Vista Apartments
535 South Coast Highway
1938Photo / Architectural Digest
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Newman Building
1099 South Coast Highway
1945Photo / Hunter Fuentes
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DeAhna Architects
1133 South Coast Highway
1937Photo / Hunter Fuentes
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Seacliff Motor Inn
1661 South Coast Highway
1941Photo / Vintage Post Card
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Jester Building
560 Broadway Street
1937Photo / South Coast News, April 27, 1937
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Laguna Terrace Motel
2200 South Coast Highway
1939Photo / Hunter Fuentes
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Johnson Residence
495 El Camino del Mar
1937Photo / Google Street View, May 2014
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Earl M. Hatheway Ford
1190 South Coast Highway
1938Photo / Hunter Fuentes
Public Tours of the Hortense Miller Garden
Most Saturdays and Thursdays
9:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Experience the captivating Hortense Miller Garden Tour, and fall in love with Hortense Miller, her home, and garden! You can learn more about the docent led tours on the Hortense Miller Garden website.
Laguna Charm House Tour by Village Laguna
Sunday, May 17
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The annual Laguna Charm House Tour is provided by Village Laguna. Join others in an afternoon touring historic cottages, bungalows, and artist studios. You can learn more and purchase tickets on their website below.
