Best Ethnographic Museum Irvine Near Me

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History nurtures personal and collective identity in a diverse world. History teaches vital critical thinking skills. History is the foundation for strong, vibrant communities.

We are dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the Irvine Ranch, once one of the largest private ranches in the United States.


The information is from the files of the Irvine Historical Society, Judy Liebeck Gauntt, and Ellen Bell. Judy's research produced the book Irvine, A history of Innovation and Growth, Pioneer Publications Inc 1990, Library of Congress Catalog Card number 90-62011. Ellen Bell wrote the "Images of America IRVINE" published by Arcadia Publishing Company.

All through its history, people have shaped the transformation of Irvine. Whether it was the Native Americans, the flamboyant dons of the rancho era, or the determined members of a first-generation Irish American family, the fingerprints of former residents are everywhere. The street names tell the story — Portola, Culver, Michelson, Jeffrey, and Jamboree. Everywhere you look in the modern city of Irvine, there are markers from its past.

Irvine has always reaped the benefits of sound planning. James H. Irvine saw great potential in the land. In his 55 years as owner of the Irvine Ranch, the 100,000 acres landholding went from undeveloped grazing pastures to one of the premier agricultural producers in the world. It did not happen by accident. Irvine meticulously managed his ranch.