Brea in Orange County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Richard Nixon in City Hall Park
Photographed By Adam Margolis, June 5, 2022
1. Richard Nixon in City Hall Park Marker
As part of a four-city Orange County campaign tour, vice presidential candidate Richard Nixon made a 10-minute speech in City Hall Park on October 20, 1952, in front of 1,600 excited supporters. Brea's "country doctor” Glenn Curtis introduced Richard and Mrs. Nixon to the crowd and is seen here sitting next to Mrs. Nixon on the stage. A week later, Breans went to the polls and by a 2 to 1 margin elected Nixon and Dwight D. Eisenhower, to take over the White House for the next four years.
This aerial view of City Hall Park is circa 1950's. Note the octagonal Shaffer Memorial Fountain, constructed in 1948 in memory of businessman and city councilman W.D. Shaffer by his company's employees. Lit at night by colored lights, it was a local landmark until it was removed in 1969.
Erected by Brea Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. A significant historical date for this entry is October 20, 1952.
Location. 33° 54.866′ N, 117° 54.146′ W. Marker is in Brea, California, in Orange County. Marker can be reached from South
Photographed By Adam Margolis, June 5, 2022
2. Richard Nixon in City Hall Park Marker
Marker is the furthest on the right along the fence.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Many a Child (here, next to this marker); Brea Plunge (here, next to this marker); Ralph E. Barnes Bandstand (a few steps from this marker); Old City Hall (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Brea American Legion Building (about 400 feet away); Brea Veterans Memorial (about 400 feet away); The Humming Bird (approx. half a mile away); Union Veterans of the Civil War (approx. 1.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Brea.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 28, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 11, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 64 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 11, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
