Marston House
Marston House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as it is the best archetectural building from the Arts and Crafts Movement of the early 1900's. The 8,500 foot mansion's impressive outdoor landscape, gardens, and walking paths are as noteworthy as the Marston House's Craftsman Period designed interior that features a dynamic change from the Victorian style. Large hallways mixed with intimate living spaces make the Marston House one of the finest examples of this design for the function of living time period. The interior furnishings showcase the Craftsman time period artists through the paintings, pottery, Native American baskets, fireplaces and intricate fabrics used on the windows and furniture.
The Marston House was built in 1905 for the well known department store owner, civic leader and founder of the San Diego Historical Societ George Marston and his wife, Anna Marston. The Marston House Craftsman design was created by the well known architect Irving Gill. The 1927 outdoor garden was a 50th wedding anniversary present for the Marstons and it is clearly one of the highlights of visiting the Marston House
Museum store and restrooms available on site.
3525 Seventh Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 298-3142
Google Map
www.sandiegohistory.org/marston_house.php
From I-8, take 163 South to the University Street Exit that places you on 6th Ave. Access the Marston House from Upas Street and 6th Avenue. No parking at the Marston House and if choosing to park on the street spaces are hard to find. Ideally, you should park in Balboa Park and enjoy a short walk to the Marston House.
All visitors must use the guided tours to see the Marston House:
$8 Adults
$5 Seniors, Students and Military (with I.D.)
$2 children ages 6-17
Free for children under 6
Guided Tours: Saturday and Sunday Only
Winter Tours: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
Summer Tours: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm