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

Old Town Irvine

Photographed By Adam Margolis, April 12, 2021

1. Old Town Irvine Marker

Inscription. The townsite began in 1887 with the arrival of the AT&SF RR. James Irvine II chose this site to be the shipping center for crops grown on the Irvine Ranch, due to its high elevation. Original buildings remaining include the Bean Shed (1895), Bulk Storage Warehouse (1949), Blacksmith Shop (1912), Garage (1929), Tenant Farmhouse (1897), General Store (1912), and Hotel (1913). The hotel and store were moved from across Sand Canyon Avenue in 1986.

Erected 1987 by Santa Ana Parlor No. 235, Native Daughters of the Golden West, Santa Ana. (Marker Number 1004.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1887.

Location. 33° 40.523′ N, 117° 45.468′ W. Marker is in Irvine, California, in Orange County. Marker is at the intersection of Sand Canyon Avenue and Burt Road on Sand Canyon Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 14982 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine CA 92618, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Hotel, Store, Hamilton Bungalow (a few steps from this marker); 1895 Sack Storage Warehouse

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Bulk Storage Silo Warehouse 1949 (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Old Irvine Blacksmith Shop (about 400 feet away); The Evolution of the City (approx. 1.4 miles away); An Exciting New Era (approx. 1.4 miles away); A Turning Tide (approx. 1.4 miles away); Barton Mound (approx. 1.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Irvine.

More about this marker. This site is California Historical Landmark No. 1004.

Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 30, 2001

2. Old Town Irvine Marker

Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 30, 2001

3. Old Town Irvine Marker

The marker is mounted on the front of the building.

Photographed By Adam Margolis, April 12, 2021

4. Old Town Irvine Marker

Marker is hidden behind a piece of plywood. Construction of the interior of the building was occurring when this photo was taken.

Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 30, 2001

5. Hotel

Old Town Irvine Blacksmith Shop image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Larry A. Taylor, November 23, 2014

6. Old Town Irvine Blacksmith Shop

The Old Town Irvine blacksmith shop now houses a hamburger restaurant, Knowlwood's. Interior includes blacksmith equipment and theme.

United States Post Office image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 30, 2001

7. United States Post Office

Old Town Irvine image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 30, 2001

8. Old Town Irvine

Irvine Blacksmith Shop image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Kindig, May 30, 2001

9. Irvine Blacksmith Shop

This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.

Credits. This page was last revised on March 20, 2024. It was originally submitted on December 10, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. This page has been viewed 2,078 times since then and 65 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on February 16, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. 2, 3. submitted on December 10, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. 4. submitted on February 16, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. 5. submitted on December 10, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. 6. submitted on November 23, 2014, by Larry A. Taylor of Los Angeles, California. 7, 8, 9. submitted on December 10, 2011, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.