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HOM Soft Opening October 9, 2021
HOM Soft Opening October 9, 2021
HOM Soft Opening October 9, 2021
HOM Soft Opening October 9, 2021
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Your generous gift will help us fund the construction of our casita at Balboa Park and solidify our presence in the 80 year history of the International Cottages in Balboa Park. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by Federal law.
About Us
Welcome to the House of Mexico
Mexico is an indelible part of San Diego. One doesn't have to go far to see that Mexican culture has integrated into many aspects of San Diego life. Our community is enriched by the on-going influence of Mexico. And now after many years of hard work, we finally have a physical presence in Balboa Park! Together, we have built a house at the International Cottages in Balboa Park. While construction is finished, your support is still needed to complete financial obligations as well as ongoing cultural programming that will allow us to share, celebrate, educate and promote the rich art, culture and history of Mexico to San Diego and it's visitors.
We are a not-for-profit organization (Federal Tax ID 51 048 4533) focused on developing and implementing on-going programs that serve the community and reflect our mission to share, celebrate, educate and promote the rich art, culture and history of Mexico to San Diego and its visitors.
A heartfelt thank you for the local media support in getting our message out to the San Diego Community.
House of Mexico on Nuestra Voz Today on Spectrum News 1
Check out these articles from 10News and San Diego Union Tribune about our soft opening on October 9, 2021.
House of Mexico Celebrates Grand Opening in Balboa Park
After Decades-long absence, House of Mexico debuts in Balboa Park
Tras décadas de ausencia, la Casa de México se inaugura en el Parque Balboa
House of Mexico Unveils Balboa Cottage
House of Mexico Cottage Exhibit
The 32 Mexican states will be exhibited in our cottage on a rotating basis. Due to the generosity of member, Raúl Betancourt, our first exhibit showcased the state of Nayarit. Currently we are highlighting the state of Yucatán courtesy of the Yucatan Tourism Council. In the months of October and November we will create an altar for Día de Muertos and educate the visitors of Balboa Park to the Mexican tradition of honoring our ancestors who have passed. Check back to see when your state will be showcased.
If you have items from your home state or from your travels to Mexico that you would like to loan us for an exhibit, please contact us at info@houseofmexico.net.
Get Involved
Are you passionate about what we're doing? Let us know! We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find a way to volunteer that best suits you. We're excited to have you join the team!
We provide year round programming at Balboa Park sharing the rich culture, arts, food, and traditions of Mexico at many events in the park and in the community, including our Lawn Program, Ethnic Food Fair, and International Christmas events.
Thank You
Whether you help through monetary donations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you.
Who We Are
Executive Board
The House of Mexico is profoundly appreciative of the invaluable services of its past and present presidents and board of directors who have contributed to the progress of our organization. Elections are held each November. For more information about each board member, view our by-laws scroll down to the bottom of our webpage. The following are our current executive board members for 2022:
President - Blanca Gonzalez
Vice President - Jovita Arellano
Secretary - Connie Green
Treasurer - Sonia Ruiz
Parliamentarian - Jess Haro
HPR Delegate - Sonia Farron
Alternate Delegate - Jose L. Cruz
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San Diego Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
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San Diego Museum of Man
San Diego Office of the Mexican Consulate
Women's Museum of California
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Past Presidents' Advisory Board
Amalia Ruelas 2020
Sonia Ruiz 2018 and 2019
Arturo Castro 2016 and 2017
Bertha Hernandez 2014 and 2015
Blanca Gonzalez 2013
Carlos Cristiani 2011 and 2012
Sonia Ruiz 2009 and 2010
Arturo Castro 2007 and 2008
Eunice Munro 2006
Enrique Morones 2004 and 2005