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Heritage Museum of Orange County

📍 Santa Ana, CA

★4.6(664 Google reviews)💰$5-$10đŸ‘ļAll ages

Outdoor historic property featuring the 1898 Kellogg House, heritage gardens, and orchards. Hosts ghost tours, Halloween festivals, and school programs across 12 acres with free parking and pram-friendly paths.

✓ Historic setting✓ Beautiful gardens✓ Ghost tours✓ Halloween events✓ Pet friendly✓ Pram accessible
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★★★★★Featured review by Laura L

I attended a wedding here a couple of weeks ago with my husband and son and we also helped set up some bits and bobs of decor during the afternoon leading up to the evening event. The venue is charming, rustic, and photographs very well. I look forward to attending any future events here.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with school-age children who enjoy history and outdoor exploration. The Kellogg House tours reward curious older kids, and seasonal events like the Halloween festival add energy for all ages. Confirm public access before visiting — the venue also hosts weddings and private events that may limit walk-in access on certain days.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Check the event calendar before visiting — public access varies around private events
⏰Book the Kellogg House ghost tour in advance as spots fill quickly
đŸŽŸī¸Bring a camera — the historic buildings and gardens photograph exceptionally well
🚗Allow at least two hours to walk the full 12-acre grounds and explore the orchard

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.6
★★★★★

664 Google reviews

Beautiful historic setting45%
Great for special events30%
Family and pet friendly15%
Photogenic grounds10%
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Laura L

4 months ago

★★★★★

“I attended a wedding here a couple of weeks ago with my husband and son and we also helped set up some bits and bobs of decor during the afternoon leading up to the evening event. The venue is charming, rustic, and photographs very well. I look forward to attending any future events here.”

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G Shobeiri

6 months ago

★★★★★

“This place is so cool. I've been here twice for two different events. Saturday we went to Creep it Real and it was lots of fun. Lot's of cool Halloween vendors live music, kid and pet friendly. The old houses are amazing and hold a lot of history.”

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Julie Sherry

5 months ago

★★★★★

“Had an amazing time joining the OC Haunts tour of the Kellogg house last night. What a beautiful home and Darcy was a great ghost guide. Really going to visit there again and hopingbto do more of these tours.”

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Alli

2 months ago

★★★★★

“I got to photograph a wedding here at The Heritage Museum, of Orange County. Kaitlyn, the wedding and events coordinator was incredible and very organized. She was great to work alongside with!”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Heritage Museum of Orange County preserves a 12-acre estate anchored by the 1898 Kellogg House, with educational gardens, orchards, and historic outbuildings. Public programs include guided house tours, paranormal investigations, and seasonal events like the Creep It Real Halloween festival. The grounds are pram-friendly, pet-welcoming at special events, and free parking is available.

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