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West Home
· 10.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a sec, because this unassuming house was once home to a literary giant! Jessamyn West, author of the beloved novel 'The Friendly Persuasion,' spent her childhood right here in Yorba Linda. West Home,…
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Yorba Linda station
· 10.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine hopping on a train here, headed to Fullerton or La Habra! This spot was the Yorba Linda train depot. Back in 1910, the Pacific Electric Railway extended its line through Yorba Linda. This connected the town to…
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Birthplace of Richard Nixon
· 11.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this unassuming house is where one of the most controversial figures in American history, Richard Nixon, was born. Built in 1912 on the Nixon family's ranch, this modest home saw the arrival of…
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Upland, CA
· 11.0 mi · Local history
The scent of orange blossoms once hung heavy in the air around what is now Upland, California. This wasn't always the case. Originally, the area was known as Ontario, part of a grand irrigation colony scheme dreamed up…
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA
· 11.1 mi
Rancho Cucamonga sits where the San Gabriel Mountains meet the flatter lands of the Mojave Basin and Range. This transitional location defines its character. From the heights of Etiwanda Falls, seasonal waters carve…
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La Verne, CA
· 11.5 mi · Local history
La Verne, nestled against the San Gabriel Mountains, owes its existence to the allure of citrus and the promise of reliable transportation. Before it was La Verne, the area was part of the vast Rancho San Jose, granted…
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Padua Hills Theatre
· 12.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second, because this spot was once home to a truly special place! Padua Hills Theatre was the longest-running theater in the US featuring Mexican-themed musicals. From 1931 to 1974, the theater…
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San Dimas, CA
· 12.3 mi
San Dimas, California, might seem like just another quiet suburb nestled against the San Gabriel Mountains. But look closer, and you'll find a place where ordinary streets have echoed with the footsteps of extraordinary…
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Walnut, CA
· 12.4 mi · Local history
Nestled inland from the Pacific, in the rolling hills of Los Angeles County, the city of Walnut owes its identity to the fruit that shares its name. The area's Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm, dry summers…
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Sam and Alfreda Maloof Compound
· 12.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be inspired by the home and workshop of Sam Maloof, a true master of woodworking. From the 1950s through the early 2000s, Maloof lived and worked here, creating furniture renowned for its organic forms and…
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George Key Ranch
· 13.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time! This unassuming spot in Placentia was once the heart of the George Key Ranch, a thriving example of early 20th-century Southern California agriculture. George Key, an Ohio native, purchased the land…
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A. S. Bradford House
· 13.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; this is where Placentia, California, got its start. Albert Sumner Bradford founded Placentia by arranging for a water tank to be built along the railway. In 1902, Bradford built this 15-room…
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Sherman Indian High School
· 13.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This seemingly quiet campus holds a history both hopeful and heartbreaking. Sherman Indian High School began as the Perris Indian School in 1892. Its original mission, reflecting the era's assimilation policies, was to…
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Irvine Park (Orange, California)
· 13.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here! You’re about to discover the spot where California’s regional park system all began. Back in 1897, James Irvine, the namesake of this park, donated 160 acres of land to Orange County. It was called…
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Placentia, CA
· 13.8 mi · Local history
Placentia, nestled in northern Orange County, began as something of a promise. The name itself, derived from the Latin word for "pleasant," hints at the vision of its founders: a haven of citrus groves and quiet…
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Fontana, CA
· 15.0 mi · Local history
Fontana, California, owes its name to the abundance of water that once defined the area. "Fontana" itself is Italian for "fountain" or "water source," a testament to the natural springs and artesian wells that early…
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Riverside, CA
· 15.1 mi · Local history
Riverside, cradled between the Santa Ana River and the looming Box Springs Mountain, owes its character to waves of settlement. While the first Anglo presence arrived in 1857, calling the area Jurupa, the later…
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Glendora Bougainvillea
· 16.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed! Right here in Glendora stands the largest bougainvillea in the United States, a riot of color that's been captivating locals and visitors for over a century. Back in 1901, early citrus growers, the…
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Glendora, CA
· 16.1 mi
Glendora sits nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, a quiet residential community known for its citrus heritage and tree-lined streets. It's a place where the scent of orange blossoms once filled the air, a…
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The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
· 16.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a sprawling castle rising from the California landscape – that's the Mission Inn, and it's got stories to tell. It all started in 1876 when Christopher Columbus Miller bought land here and built a small adobe…
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Rubel Castle
· 16.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to see something truly unique! This area is home to Rubel Castle, a quirky, hand-built castle constructed from recycled materials. In 1959, a teenager named Michael Rubel bought a plot of land here with an old…
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Harada House
· 16.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, where you're driving, a family fought for their right to own land, a fight that shook California. Jukichi and Ken Harada, Japanese immigrants, bought this house in Riverside in 1916. But because of the Alien…
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La Habra, CA
· 16.8 mi
La Habra, nestled in the northernmost corner of Orange County, has quietly contributed its share of talent to the world. While it might not boast the glitz of Hollywood or the tech boom of Silicon Valley, its residents…
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Fox Theatre (Fullerton, California)
· 16.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the roaring twenties at this abandoned movie palace, once part of the legendary Fox Theatres chain. This is the Fox Theatre in Fullerton. Constructed by local businessman C. Stanley Chapman, this theater opened…
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Fullerton, CA
· 17.2 mi
Fullerton, California, a city in northern Orange County, has quietly cultivated a surprising roster of notable figures. While maybe not as glamorous as its southern neighbors, Fullerton's history is rich with talent…
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Elephant Packing House
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time to the era when Valencia oranges reigned supreme in Southern California at this historic packing house. Built in 1924, the Elephant Packing House was a hub of activity in Fullerton. Valencia oranges,…
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Orange, CA
· 17.3 mi
Orange, California, owes its existence to sunshine and relatively flat land. The area, ideal for citrus groves, exploded in the late 19th century, fueled by the promise of agricultural wealth. The city was named for the…
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West Covina, CA
· 17.3 mi
West Covina, a place that feels like a comfortable blend of suburban calm and cultural energy, owes much to its agricultural roots. Citrus farming was a major driver of its early growth, spurred on by the convenience of…
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John A. Rowland House
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're passing a place that helped shape Southern California! This is near the John A. Rowland House, built back in 1855. John Rowland was a pretty big deal. He co-led the first group of American settlers to reach…
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Azusa, CA
· 17.3 mi · Local history
Azusa, nestled at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains, has always been a kind of gateway. Historically, it was a citrus-packing hub, a launchpad into the agricultural riches further inland. More recently, it became a…
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Anaheim, CA
· 17.7 mi
Anaheim's story is deeply intertwined with the California dream, and for a long time, that dream tasted like oranges. The city, founded by German settlers in 1857 and named for its location near the Santa Ana River,…
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El Campo Santo
· 17.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the lives of early California settlers as you approach El Campo Santo. This “holy field” is one of Southern California's oldest private cemeteries. In the early 1850s, the Workman family established this as a…
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Anaheim Packing House
· 17.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Forget the theme parks for a minute; this spot is a delicious slice of Anaheim history. Back in 1919, this building was the Anaheim Orange and Lemon Association Packing House, humming with the energy of citrus being…
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John Woelke House
· 18.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feast your eyes on this beauty! The John Woelke House is like stepping back into the late 1800s, showcasing the height of Queen Anne-style architecture. In 1896, John Woelke commissioned architects George Franklin…
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Rialto, CA
· 18.6 mi · Local history
Rialto, California, a city nestled in the heart of the Inland Empire, might not be the first place that springs to mind when you think of celebrity birthplaces. Yet, this unassuming city has quietly fostered talent that…
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Modjeska House
· 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a world-famous actress seeking refuge in a quiet canyon! That's the story of Helena Modjeska and her home, Arden, right here in Modjeska Canyon. Helena Modjeska, a celebrated Shakespearean actress from Poland,…
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Pacific Electric Sub-Station No. 14
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building once hummed with the power that fueled Southern California's explosive growth. Back in the early 20th century, the Pacific Electric Railway, or 'Red Cars,' crisscrossed the region. This…
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Yost Theater
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at the Yost Theater, a cultural gem in Santa Ana! Originally opened in 1912 as the Auditorium Theatre, it quickly became a hub for vaudeville and early silent films. Later, under the Olivos Family, it…
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Old Orange County Courthouse (California)
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over and check out this incredible building! The Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana isn't just another pretty face; it's a landmark that has witnessed over a century of justice and change. Construction on…
