In order to best serve researchers and visitors, the Center requires advance appointments for all visits,
with the exception of our Open Houses (click here for more info).
Appointments are free and open to the public; donations are appreciated!
The Center offers three appointment types:
Exhibit Visit (Self-Guided): Please choose this 60 minute appointment if you would like to view the Center’s current exhibits. This appointment is for up to 8 visitors. Visits are self-guided. Note: the Center's historic building is not handicapped-accessible. Access to archival materials and the research library will not be available during exhibit visits, and staff assistance may be limited.
Library Visit: Choose this appointment to visit the Center's library, which contains bound/print materials, subject files, periodicals, and publications. This 60 minute appointment is limited to two people. Access to archival materials will not be available during this appointment, and staff assistance may be limited. If you require staff assistance and/or access to archival materials, please instead select "Research Appointment."
Research Appointment: Please choose this appointment type if you would like to schedule a research appointment to access to archival materials and/or consult with our staff about your research. Appointments are for 90 minutes and up to two people. To ensure the best visit, please fill out a Research Request Form at least 1 business day before your visit.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, appointment availability
in November and December 2025 will be very limited.
To request an appointment between November 12 and December 23,
please email erica@southcountyhistorycenter.org with the details of your preferred appointment date/time and type.
We will respond via email to let you know whether we can accommodate your request.
To view availability before November 12 and to schedule your appointment, please click here.
January 2026 appointments will be available for scheduling in late December.