The Whittier Historical Society was formed in 1970 and its immediate purpose was to start a Museum in the city of Whittier. Through the efforts of several determined individuals, a building was purchased and the Whittier Museum was open to the public in 1983. Since...

Built in 1860, the Jonathan Bailey House was occupied by Jonathan Bailey in 1887. He was a leader in the development of Whittier, and his home a center of the city's early business, social and religious activity. The house was deeded to the City of Whittier in 1975...

Pio Pico State Historic Park is the site of "El Ranchito," also known as the Pio Pico Adobe or Pio Pico Mansion, the final home of Pío Pico, the last Governor of Alta California under Mexican Rule and a pivotal figure in early California history. Just west of the...

Heritage Park is a historic site that is operated by the Santa Fe Springs City Library. At the entrance, visitors are greeted by a railroad exhibit featuring a vintage A.T.& S.F. steam locomotive. The ruins of a large adobe home, built during Mexican rule, flank the...

The museum has an excellent display of photographs and other items depicting the early days of Pico Rivera.

The Clarke Estate is a historic landmark and was designed by renowned architect Irving Gill. It is an elegant site for outdoor weddings, receptions, and special adult events.

We are a museum of family and community history, preserving five generations of memories and artifacts. Come visit us and take a tour of our five acres of rusty, dusty history, and hear stories about the ranch and early Santa Fe Springs. Our landmark focal point is...

John A. Rowland House in Hacienda Heights, California was built in 1855.The home of pioneer John A. Rowland, of the Workman-Rowland party, co-leader of the first American band of settlers to reach Southern California in 1841. John A. Rowland built this home for his...

The Homestead Museum is "about" many things! Most importantly, it's a place to explore the history of the Los Angeles region from 1830 to 1930 in hopes of better understanding the past and people's ability to shape history.

Neff Park covers ten acres and includes three historic buildings, a gazebo, basketball court, tennis court, horseshoes pits, a playground, and picnic areas. The historic buildings include: Neff Home, George House, and Neff Barn. The Neff Barn, which displays an...