Activities

Historic Home Tours

The Cox and Bidwell Houses, built in 1888 and 1890 respectively, were moved from nearby locations to Heritage Park in 2000 and 2002. Since then, the Historical Society and hundreds of volunteers have spent countless hours restoring the homes and making them available to the public. Docent led tours provide a short history of the Twin Oaks Valley area of San Marcos, an introduction to some of the past homeowners, and what their life in San Marcos would between 1890 and 1930. The houses provide a glimpse of the past for visitors of all ages. Home tours can be scheduled during normal hours (T,W, TH 2-6pm) or other times by appointment.. To schedule a group tour call Heritage Park at 760-744-9025 or email sanmarcoshistory@att.net.

 

 

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From time to time special collections will be on display in the houses. If you have an interesting collection that is pertinent to local history, we welcome you to host a display for 6 -8 weeks in Heritage Park. Please contact us at 760-744-9025 or email sanmarcoshistory@att.net.