Old Escondido Historic District

Our Sunday Series Feature: The Stewart House located at 439 E. 5th Ave. is for sale! One of Escondido's oldest standing homes, this house was originally built in Nova Scotia in the 1860's and shipped overseas in pieces to be rebuilt on this lot in 1894. It was the family home of Alexander Stewart, a local blacksmith. The open house is this weekend so stop by and see this charming historic home in person while you can! Sold by @traci_bass__realtor Ryan_Bass_RealEstate James Welnick

Our Sunday Series Feature: The Stewart House located at 439 E. 5th Ave. is for sale! One of Escondido's oldest standing homes, this house was originally built in Nova Scotia in the 1860's and shipped overseas in pieces to be rebuilt on this lot in 1894. It was the family home of Alexander Stewart, a local blacksmith. The open house is this weekend so stop by and see this charming historic home in person while you can! Sold by @traci_bass__realtor Ryan_Bass_RealEstate James Welnick

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

Thank you to our OEHD neighbors who always have so much holiday cheer. Our Top 3 Winners of the Holiday Lights contest (as voted on by you).#1 -242 E. 9th Ave. #2-203 E. 9th Ave. #3-721 E. 5th Ave. (The Abominable Snowman always gets our vote for the most fun house) Make sure you get a chance to drive by and enjoy the lights! Happy Holidays!

Thank you to our OEHD neighbors who always have so much holiday cheer. Our Top 3 Winners of the Holiday Lights contest (as voted on by you).#1 -242 E. 9th Ave. #2-203 E. 9th Ave. #3-721 E. 5th Ave. (The Abominable Snowman always gets our vote for the most fun house) Make sure you get a chance to drive by and enjoy the lights! Happy Holidays!

The (very friendly) Abominable Snowman will be passing out candy canes tonight between 6-8 pm at 721 E. 5th Ave. Stop by for some holiday cheer with @cptnchristie. And don’t forget to vote for your favorite Holiday Lights display. Link in bio to vote.

The (very friendly) Abominable Snowman will be passing out candy canes tonight between 6-8 pm at 721 E. 5th Ave. Stop by for some holiday cheer with @cptnchristie. And don’t forget to vote for your favorite Holiday Lights display. Link in bio to vote.

The annual Old Escondido Historic District Holiday Lights contest is here! Vote for the homes that display your favorite holiday cheer. Here’s how, 1.Take a stroll or drive through the neighborhood to nominate homes within our boundaries between 5th and 13th Avenues, from Escondido Boulevard to Chestnut Street. Look for the Historic District street toppers! 2. Nominate your favorites by visiting our website. Link in bio. 3.Make sure to nominate your favorites by midnight December 20th. Winners will be announced on Dec. 22nd. Watch our Social Media pages for all of our featured favorites, and tag us on IG @oldescondidodistrict with your favorite photos. Winners will receive gift cards to our favorite local businesses and will get to post the "Winners" sign in their yards.

The annual Old Escondido Historic District Holiday Lights contest is here! Vote for the homes that display your favorite holiday cheer. Here’s how, 1.Take a stroll or drive through the neighborhood to nominate homes within our boundaries between 5th and 13th Avenues, from Escondido Boulevard to Chestnut Street. Look for the Historic District street toppers! 2. Nominate your favorites by visiting our website. Link in bio. 3.Make sure to nominate your favorites by midnight December 20th. Winners will be announced on Dec. 22nd. Watch our Social Media pages for all of our featured favorites, and tag us on IG @oldescondidodistrict with your favorite photos. Winners will receive gift cards to our favorite local businesses and will get to post the "Winners" sign in their yards.

We are excited to announce the winners of our First Annual Great Landscapes Awards. Follow the map to find all 10 winner signs. **more details on our website https://www.oldescondido.org/

Last Day! Get your nominations in through https://www.oldescondido.org/copy-of-events-1 Care to share a few favorites?

There's still time! Let us know your favorite landscapes in Old Escondido by June 30th. Details can be found on our website. https://www.oldescondido.org/copy-of-events-1

What a beautiful sight to see! The Air Force Thunderbirds doing a flyover our historic district and off to Palomar Hospital to salute our frontline COVID-19 responders.

The Air Force Thunderbirds will be doing a flyover to salute our frontline COVID-19 responders and we’ll be in their flight path. Keep your eyes in the sky tomorrow around 12:25pm to catch this amazing and unique sight!

Beginning today nominations are open for our first annual Old Escondido Historic District Landscape Awards. Nominations close June 30th, judging will be taking place the first week of July and winners will be announced at the August neighborhood barbecue. Visit oldescondido.org for more information.

Someone is leaving these cute painted rocks along 7th Avenue between Juniper and Grape. All the kiddos in the neighborhood are loving afternoon walks, it’s like a treasure hunt. Thank you to whoever is doing this special treat!

When it rains look for rainbows. When it’s dark look for stars. Sending rainbows to you and your families during this difficult time.

Finding some spring inspiration strolling through our neighborhood. #springisaroundthecorner #succulents

Volunteers are needed for this years Mothers Day Home Tour! Volunteer shifts are only 2.5 hours long and you and a guest get free entry to the tour. Contact [email protected] @ Old Escondido Historic District

The Escondido History is having a rummage sale this Saturday. They always have a combination of antique, vintage, and newer items at great prices.

Save the date! Join the community as they light up Grand Aves new arch.

Mikko Sushi on Grand Ave is open! Another great addition to our historic downtown.