Discover the stories that shaped Oceanside through the work of local historian Kristi Hawthorne, a longtime resident and current Director of the Oceanside Historical Society. Through her books, Oceanside, Where Life is Worth Living and The History of Oceanside, Kristi brings the city’s people, places, and rich coastal heritage to life for readers and history lovers alike.

Discover the stories that shaped Oceanside through the work of local historian Kristi Hawthorne, a longtime resident and current Director of the Oceanside Historical Society. Through her books, Oceanside, Where Life is Worth Living and The History of Oceanside, Kristi brings the city’s people, places, and rich coastal heritage to life for readers and history lovers alike.