Museum

Come and experience the history of Rancho Bernardo at the Bernardo Winery.

The Rancho Bernardo Historical Society is a non-profit organization, dedicated to preserving the local history and increasing public awareness through programs and outreach. As a non-profit we depend on the community to help us accomplish our mission: volunteers, donations and contributions, memberships, and gifts to our collections. For more details on the society and programs please have a look at our Information Brochure. Link: Rancho Bernardo Historical Society Brochure The Rancho Bernardo Historical Society serves the local community of Rancho Bernardo, a community within San Diego with a population of over 65,000.

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS!

RB Historical Society Annual Meeting, October 8, 2018

Please plan to attend our annual community meeting on October 8, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the Rancho Bernardo History Museum at the Bernardo Winery. All members and guests are encouraged to attend. Bring a friend and enjoy light refreshments. For more information, contact Sally Edwards, Membership Chair at 858-487-9881.

Search Our Online Collections Database

Tips for Searching with Keywords. The Keyword Search button allows you to perform a general search across multiple fields for any catalog records online. Currently available are hundreds of  photos with new items added regularly. Link: Rancho Bernardo Online Collections Catalog

See our collection of Historic Rancho Bernardo articles that have appeared in our Newsletters. Also see our Collection of Bernardo Brandings Magazines from 1963 – 1967

Remembering Harry L. Summers – The Founder of Rancho Bernardo

Harry L. Summers
1924-2018

We remember Harry L. Summers,  the founder of Rancho Bernardo.
The LaJolla Light published recently published an obituary about Summers
In 2009 the Rancho Bernardo Historical videotaped an Interview with Mr.Summers at the Bernardo Winery.