
OUR MISSION
The Newport Beach Historical Society connects people – past, present and future – by collecting, inspiring, educating, preserving and protecting the unique and vibrant history of the City of Newport Beach, including Balboa, Corona del Mar, Newport Harbor, its islands and offshore, the Back Bay, Newport Coast and Newport Mesa. The Newport Beach Historical Society was formed in 1967. It was incorporated as a non-profit 501(C)(3) corporation in December 2014.
Visit Us at the Fun Zone
Take a Journey Through Time at the Balboa Fun Zone
Irvine Company Museum Article
Our museum is located at the Balboa Fun Zone:
600 E. Bay Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92661. We are open Thursday - Sunday: 2pm–5pm Guided tours are available upon request. For a guided tour please email us at: info@newportbeachhistorical.org
Events
- Chris Epting on Lost Landmarks of Orange CountyWed, Nov 05Newport Beach
- The Donn of Tiki Film ScreeningWed, Aug 13Newport Beach
- Lecture with Doug Westfall on Corona del MarMon, May 19Newport Beach




SHARE YOUR STORY & PHOTOS
Newport Beach has such an incredible history and so many interesting people who were part of it. Tell us yours or your parent’s or grandparent’s history– about anything from the biggest waves surfed to the biggest fish caught. Share about your years at Newport Harbor High Cchool or CdM. Submit your photos and captions. Tell us about your times on Balboa Island during Bal Week or your best memories dancing at the Rendezvous Ballroom. Or waterskiing in the Back Bay. Help us to remember the Newport Beach of your childhood and tell us what makes Newport Beach unique to you!

Historical Markers