No.12 - Chula Vista Woman's Club

357 G Street

This charming building was constructed in 1928 for the Chula Vista Woman's Club. The contractor was Arthur Done, who served as mayor of Chula Vista in 1930. The clubhouse was designed by Edgar V. Ullrich, an important San Diego architect. Some of his best-known work includes a Classic Renaissance building on the San Diego State University campus, St. Charles Borromeo Church on Point Loma, and Casa de Manana Hotel in La Jolla.

The Chula Vista Woman's Club was founded in 1913, and since that time has provided valuable service and leadership to the community. The club originated the Fiesta de Luna in 1930 to raise money to pay for this clubhouse. For many years, the Fiesta was the largest annual community event in Chula Vista. The clubhouse provided a meeting place for many civic organizations, including the Rotary, Lions, American Legion, 20-30 Club and Jaycees.

The Chula Vista Woman's Clubhouse is significant as an important example of Spanish colonial architecture by Ullrich and for its role in the life of the community.