The Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society sponsors a wide variety of programs and activities aimed at protecting and preserving the historical heritage of the community. The Society has played a key role in recent historical recognition of Rancho Santa Fe, including the establishment of a State Landmark in 1989, the Historic American Building Survey effort in 1991 and ongoing efforts to place buildings on the National Register. The society maintains a historical library and has produced video tapes highlighting the history of the community in the La Flecha house, in the village.