Irvine Ranch Historic Park (Irvine, California)

USA / California / Tustin / Irvine, California / Old Myford Road, 13042
 park, ranch, historic landmark
13042 Old Myford Rd.
Irvine, CA 92602
(949)923-2230

The Irvine Ranch Historic Park contains a unique assemblage of buildings reflecting the history of the Irvine Ranch, one of the largest and most influential agricultural operations in Southern California. The park site currently includes the ranch’s headquarters building, a large barn and numerous residential buildings. A replica of the Irvine family home, originally located on the park site, will be constructed and function as a branch of the Orange County Public Library.

Site of the 1953 National Boy Scout Jamboree.

www.ocparks.com/irvineranch/
www.irvineranchhistory.com/ranch_history.html
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irvine_Ranch
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Coordinates:   33°43'50"N   117°47'5"W

Comments

  • James Irvine must be rolling in his grave.
  • The first two photos -- #1, undated, showing the area before it became the suburban wasteland it is today; #2, ca. 1900, showing barley harvesting -- are from the Los Angeles Public Library photo collection.
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