Brea in Orange County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Many a Child

Photographed By Adam Margolis, June 5, 2022

1. Many a Child Marker

Inscription. Many a child whiled away the hours at this fishing pond in City Hall Park during the 1940's. The pond also attracted a large population of bull frogs that became so noisy they disturbed the neighbors every night to the extent the pond was finally removed.

As you can see, play equipment has come a long way since 1970 when this picture was taken. One thing remains constant.....parks still bring out the child in all of us.

Erected by Brea Historical Society.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1970.

Location. 33° 54.866′ N, 117° 54.146′ W. Marker is in Brea, California, in Orange County. Marker can be reached from Brea Boulevard south of Date Street, on the right when traveling south. Located in City Hall Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 401 S Brea Blvd, Brea CA 92821, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Richard Nixon in City Hall Park (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); City Hall Park (about 300 feet away); Brea American Legion Building

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(about 400 feet away); Brea Veterans Memorial (about 400 feet away); The Humming Bird (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Brea.

Photographed By Adam Margolis, June 5, 2022

2. Many a Child Marker

At the center of the three markers along the fence, at left.

Credits. This page was last revised on April 2, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 11, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 115 times since then and 16 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.