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Hidden Treasures
In and Around
the San Gabriel Valley
Introduction
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The Homestead Museum wants to be your
guide to some of the exceptional hidden treasures in and around
the San Gabriel Valley.
Whether you’re a history buff or
a shopper extraordinare, this guide can help you to plan many
unforgettable outings. In just one afternoon you can visit a Buddhist
Temple, drive through a donut, and stroll through one of the oldest
private cemeteries in southern California.
The sites listed in this guide are located
within a 30-minute drive of the Homestead
Museum. Please be aware that the information
listed is subject to change. We strongly recommend that you call
ahead to confirm operating hours, admission fees (if any),
accessibility, and parking information.
We hope you will enjoy exploring these
special places. As a longtime resident or a first-time visitor,
you’ll find that this area has something for everyone.
- Homestead Museum: It's
not often that you find a historic site like the Homestead Museum
that is able to transport you through 100 years of southern California
history in just one hour.
- Historical Happenings:
To learn more about our local history you might want to start
with a tour of the San Gabriel Mission District.
- Shopper's Paradise: Whether
you're looking for a slot machine that's been turned into a lamp,
or a rare edition of a John Steinbeck novel, chances are that
you can find them at one of the region's historic shopping areas.
- Incredible Collections:
If you thought your comic book or vintage toy collection were
getting out of hand, you haven't visited some of the places listed
below.
- Nature and Then Some: Whether
you're a hiker, biker, jogger, or stroller, there are numerous
sites in the region to accommodate almost every outdoor desire
imaginable.
- The Built Environment: Architecture
aficionados may have to look a little harder to find exceptional
buildings in the area, but they do exist!
- Your Final Stop: When was
the last time you took a nice walk through a cemetery for fun?