Garden Grove Historical Society

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Garden Grove Historical Society

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Explore Garden Grove's Rich History

Explore Garden Grove's Rich HistoryExplore Garden Grove's Rich HistoryExplore Garden Grove's Rich History

Discover artifacts and stories from our vibrant past.

Explore Garden Grove's Rich History

Explore Garden Grove's Rich HistoryExplore Garden Grove's Rich HistoryExplore Garden Grove's Rich History

Discover artifacts and stories from our vibrant past.

Discover Our History

Our Mission

The Garden Grove Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the rich history of Garden Grove. Our mission is to save historical buildings and artifacts for future generations to appreciate.

About Us

The Stanley Ranch Museum is a two acre property containing the Ware-Stanley House, the Walt Disney Garage, the Garden Grove Post Office, a replica of the original Garden Grove Fire Station and various other buildings. We are a 100% volunteer organization and raise funds through membership dues, grants and from our Barn and Book Sales.

Save the date!!

Our next Barn & Book Sale is October 23, 24 & 25th 2025 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. We hope to see you there!

Welcome to the Garden Grove Historical Society

Discover the rich history of Garden Grove at our museum. Explore exhibits showcasing historical buildings, artifacts, and stories that define our community. Join us in preserving and celebrating our heritage. Contact us at GardenGroveHistSoc@att.net or call 714-530-8871

Tour Information

Our docent led tours are on the first & third Sundays of the month at 1:30 p.m. The tours start at the General Store (the first building you see when you enter our parking lot). 

The tour takes about 2 hours and we go inside 6-7 buildings. No reservation or ticket required. Just arrive about 1:15 for check in. 

There is a lot of walking as our property is 2 acres in size. On hot days, a hat is advised as well a bringing your own water bottle.

Explore our rich history through captivating images

Garden Grove Post Office circa 1877 at the Stanley Ranch Museum
Main Street flooded 1917
Garden Grove High School
Blaeholder House at the Stanley Ranch Museum
Replica of the original Garden Grove Fire Station at the Stanley Ranch Museum
The Reeder House at the Stanley Ranch Museum

Volunteers Needed

We have many volunteer opportunities available. There are opportunities to volunteer in our gardens, or to help price and store Barn Sale items. If you enjoy talking about history, volunteering as a docent may be for you. No prior experience is necessary, we will train you. Just come by on a Tuesday or Friday from 9 a.

Newsletters

October Newsletter (docx)

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SAVE THE DATE!!

ARE NEXT BARN SALES ARE OCTOBER 23, 24 & 25TH 8 AM TO 4 PM

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