Get Your Ghost On In The Octagon!Even though no one is allowed to go inside the beautiful victorian homes while were still in the middle of a pandemic; youre able to walk around, video, and take photos via a phone flat on the window or out and about the museum grounds. Ive always wanted to go to the Heritage Square Museum and we finally got our weekend up in LA. I love LA; it has the most amazing interactive museums, cemeteries with peacocks and movie nights, and just so much open history that you can walk through and touch; its one of a kind.The Octagon house is so so active, I wouldnt say hes bad; but, hes a handful and loves attention. I got him on video and on photos. When I asked him to open the door and say hi; he sure did; and he also moved the basket on the table. Youre able to see them on my attached photos. I put the closed door and the open door together on one picture with a time and gps stamp so that youll see its in proper timing. Ive also got his shadow floating about the wall of the next room which has no other windows than the one I was taping from.If youre looking for a ghostly adventure; hes ready and waiting for you in the Octagon! And, if youre looking to see the beauty and talent of LAs past; youre in for an overwhelming treat with the most amazing volunteers and staff.Thank you again, and, again; Heritage Square Museum.

On a late Saturday afternoon, getting lost to get back on the 110 freeway, me and my fiance had stumbled upon this gem in the city. Now, its not an amusement park or some elaborate place of entertainment. However, it was better than that. This was a historical small village where they preserved some of the older houses from the early and late 1800s. The staff was friendly and the houses were amazing. It really brought out the time period and for the homes to be the actual building is a bonus. Because of the pandemic, you cant tour inside the homes. My favorite building is the church. The drug store in the back was the only building that did not really fit in with the whole heritage village vibe. The admission price was only $7 and that was a steal. this is a great place to hang out, take a lunch or picnic with your friends or family or just take time out of the busy hustle and relax. Overall, I recommend this place. Not only can you get some great photos but you can also learn a lot about the time period of early Los angeles.

Right now (August 2020) the visiting is limited to the outside of the buildings but the $7 admission included a great guided tour which made me want to go back and see the interiors. There is a self guided option as well with an informative brochure, but we really enjoyed Kittys insight. This place really deserves backup and support as they protect these beautiful buildings and keep the history of Los Angeles alive. And we loved meeting the museum cat and chickens and wandering their heirloom garden!

Cannot access building interiors did to COVID-19 restrictions but still a great location to visit!

Stepping through those gates brought me back in time. If you love architecture, history or have a medical/pharmaceutical background- you’ll enjoy a tour at the Heritage Square Museum. I had the pleasure of a taking a tour by myself back in February. I wish that I could remember the tour man’s name, he made the tour so enjoyable. Give yourself at least 3 hours to enjoy the grounds, tour and gift shop. There aren’t any steps so its a nice tour for people of all ages.Don’t miss the adorable garden. All of the staff were very pleasant and welcoming!

This is an amazing little piece of Pasadena I had never visited before. I spent a couple hours just looking at the houses and listening to the tour guides. Everyone was very knowledgeable and obviously doing this because they wanted to. Great place to learn some history and relax a bit.

Lovely houses, but due to Covid they canceled the tours inside the houses, only giving tours from the outside. Near the 110 Fwy. Small parking. Friendly staff.

Very interesting. Wish I could go inside the homes but covid restricted.

Here for a Great [Slide], not a Long [Slide]!-Loved the slides, parking spot was free on the middle of the day on a Sunday Afternoon. Lots of spare cardboard to use, in case you forgot to bring your own. Be sure not to hold your hands/cardboard close to the side of the Slide, as I scraped my knuckles, but it made for a memorable time! I will be sure to bring family

Super fun and quick outing with kids! I took my 11 year old brother here for a quick trip. Its just one big slide and pictures make it look bigger than it is, but its super fun!

Very good customer service and allowed customers to walk around the property self guided. Enjoyed our time.

What a true gem tucked away in Los Angeles. I stumbled upon this place after living in LA for decades! What a shame more people dont know about it. So much history! One of the only round houses left. They have so many offers for donated historic houses but no money to move them. Parking is easy in their dedicated lot. Their rates are great to get to visit a hidden tourist attraction that locals & tourists alike can appreciate. Highly recommend!

You have to stop by this staple spot to just say you did... ok lots of peeps posing taking photos... it was a scene just to go by for a quick stop.

I absolutely loved the Heritage Museum! I shot a wedding there and the location was just stunning. Love the vintage flair and everyone was extremely nice and accommodating. Cant recommend this place highly enough!

Theres a rich history of Los Angeles which often gets ignored or forgotten. But sites like this one, is a precious gemstones that reminds locals or visitors that theres much to be explored. Some of these houses date nearly a century and a half ago, they remain one of the earliest examples or a brief reminder of some of the lifestyles that these residents had in Southern California. Pay this site a visit, it doesnt matter if youre a history lover or a person with a curious mind. A place for the young and old alike, could gain something valuable.

Very beautiful place, a must see when you are in town. You may also have a picnic under one of the shades and enjoy the Victorian era..

Perfect for a quick out of the house event. Helpful staff. Enjoy!

Came here for the Freeform Halloween Drive Thru- It was great, the show at the end was my favorite part. They did a great job, really loved the photo opps from the car.COVID Changes Observed: You have to wear a mask, you can take it off for the photos.

Such great history saved and restored. The houses are historic gems and Im so glad theyre saved from demolition. The docent we had was super knowledgeable and engaging. She told our group how people in the Victorian area lived and how much they valued privacy with separate rooms up greet guests. A must do for any history buff or visitor to LA who wants to see what life was like here in the past.

Real awesome homes. Come by for a quick visit.The homes are very nice. They even film some movies there.

We came across this place while looking for things to do outside during the pandemic. It was only opened for self-guided tours. You cannot get inside the houses but can see some of them (like the pharmacy) through the windows. Very nice place to spend 40-50 mins before heading to Griffiths Park.

Beautiful Homes. Inside of Homes are closed due to COVID.

A nice living history museum with 9 historic buildings and an impressive little orchard that allows you to take a look at the life of the upper middle class at the close of the 19th Century.The picturesque Hale House is a gas/electric hybrid meaning they had the gas lighting fixtures right next to the electrical ones for when the latter was failing.The 8 sides of Octagon House with its windows on all sides and the 3rd floor provide optimal air circulation and natural lighting, minimizing heating and cooling expenses while making the most of the floorplan.The Ford House features extensive wood carvings done by hand by the prolific wood carver and home owner John J. Ford.Then there is the Colonial Drug Store displaying the original pharmaceutical and botanical raw materials in the original containers (over 80000 items) with the soda fountain where youd meet and socialize while waiting for your drug to be handmade for you.

Interesting to see the houses preserved so lovingly.

Beautiful and absolutely gorgeous. Historical and romantic. Our friends had their wedding and wedding reception here and it couldnt have been more perfect. I would definitely recommend it for special events!

Fantastic historical property! The docents and volunteers are kind. We attended the tea & fashion show benefit and it was spectacular!

Couldnt go into any of the houses, kind of boring just walking around

I was impressed by the beauty of the original Victorian houses, as well as by all the details inside of them. You really see a piece of history here. Our guide Katherine was great. Very knowledgeable, entertaining and passionate about the living and culture of our ancestors. We spend 2,5h there and it totally exceeded our expectations. If you are curious about our past, dont hesitate to visit this place!

The place looks nice, but the service was below average. There was no restroom with water. Watch out for your dress in a mobile toilet. The rental price and food price were above average.

A unique experience only available in Los Angeles. Our tour guide provided interesting stories about the historic homes and the families that lived in them. A must-see is the replica of an old-time drug store complete with authentic products. The park-like setting made the day even more enjoyable.

Great experience! The initial walk in is spectacular. The homes look so gorgeous in the early afternoon sun. Quaint boutique, not usually a shopper for knickknacks but I was sold here. Then my bucket list was scratched off when I had the pleasure of using the restroom; I had to pull the chain to flush the toilet :D Great volunteers guided us on us for about a little over an hour. Each home had such an interesting and wonderful LA history that is definitely worth 10$ to experience. Staff told me about fascinating events being held, sounds like Ill be returning soon

The tour takes you inside the houses. A great collection. Each house is so unique!

Great look into lifestyles of the people in Victorian Era.

Beautiful houses from the Los Angeles area from the 1800s. The grounds are kept up well. The tour took us inside the houses. Our tour was over 2 hours so we left before it ended. My only reason for it not being 5 stars. You can have a wedding or other party there. I enjoyed it.

Fantastic gem with a great deal of history. Definitely worth a visit.

Enjoyed the Halloween Road event!

Great view back into the history of the area. Tips to make your visit even better: Check the times for the tours and plan your visit to take a tour. The tour adds so much to the visit. Parking can be tight and the tours fill up so go on an week day if you can.

The tour guide was very knowledgeable and a treat to listen to. He clearly had a passion about this, he had brought his own binder of research and photos to supplement the viewings of the buildings. Its a great way to spend an hour or two on a nice afternoon.

I noticed these homes this past week after driving by over a year. I love the history felt like I was back in time. I didnt actually go on the property cause I had an appt. If anyone loves vintage homes check it out

There are 4-5 houses noteworthy to see. Couldnt go inside.

This is my fourth time coming here with my wife. Each time is a new adventure with different themes spanning true crime, fashion, high society, celebrations, and the macabre. The volunteers are fantastic and high-spirited! Many thanks to them for making the experience so authentic.

Great place for a short visit to see a snippet of LA Architectural history

Amazing museum! A must spot to visit if you interested in history of LA, especially Victorian history. Get a tour to visit homes inside, it is something really stunning to see all these victorian homes inside. Thanks to our guide!

Great place, a time machine to the 19th century

I visited the Heritage Square museum for the first time when I attended the 13th Annual Vintage Fashion Show. Right off the 110 freeway, its not a large park, but I found the site interesting, especially the Victorian drugstore display. Fashion show was fun and costumes were wonderful. The event was $30 including light refreshments and admission.Regular admission to the museum/park is $20 and a bit pricey, but its a small non profit. Good venue to visit for Victorian era buffs and local California history.

Nice tour. Nice grounds. Free Parking. Holiday events for families and an old timey drug store. The drug store had everything for any ailment, issue, & even flatulence tonic from the late 1800s. House tours and staff very nice. Give yourself 2-3 hours for a visit.

Beautiful and well maintained!

JUST SO YOU KNOW THEY ARE CLOSED DUE TO THE STAY AT HOME ORDER. NOTHING ON THEIR WEBSITE MENTIONS THIS OR ON THEIR PHONE LINE. HAD TO DRIVE ALL THE WAY THERE TO FIND OUT.

Another great find on goggle maps. I was searching for new museums and this one caught my eye. Entrance fee is 10 dollars and you get a nice tour of the beautiful homes. Theres also an old style pharmacy at the end which has many antique pharmasuticals that were used in the old days. Great place to visit for architecture buffs or those interested in old buildings.

Really cool old houses! The tour was great.

I love this place so much I became a member! The staff and volunteers are sweet and very knowledgeable. I look forward to coming back just to hang out on the grounds to read and doodle.

I love old historic homes. I took my kids and I thought they would be bored but they were amazed at the elaborate architectural details on the outside of the homes. Then we went inside each of the homes and we really appreciated every intricate detail of beauty that was before us. The nostalgia was ever so present. They sure dont make em like they used to :(

Volunteers are very knowledgeable. Take your time touring these gorgeous Victorian homes

Loved the tour and buildings! I wish we could have taken pictures in the houses and gone to the second floors. The tour is more about the restoration process and history of the items in the house rather than the history of the Victorian era.

Its great to see that you have been doing great things in the past and that your life has been going well over here. I hope all the things weve been doing for the past year has started a new life.

My first time going to the Academy was NightLife so that was really exciting. Ive also helped organize small hangouts as small events for an organization Im in.

Definitely enjoy the establishment and experience a good learning tickets here.Was recommend by classmates Acquaintance for this as ive always wanting to pickup more info about this era. This heritage museum is a good window into this particular time era.

Outstanding place to see s lot of historic homes. Parking is very tight.

Great date spot

Amazing historic place! Great tour guides with a lot of fantastic facts.

The lamplight tour for Christmas with a spin on A Christmas Carol was fantastic. Highly recommend!

I love this place so much, I considered having my wedding here! Im so glad the homes here were preserved. Getting to go inside of them was a really neat experience.

Glad I came. It was a treat to be here in autumn. Great location and very educational. There’s a movie Night coming up for Halloween.

If you want take a gander to the past...Heritage Square provides homes preserved from early years of Los Angeles. Highland Park has highest density of historical landmarks anywhere in Los Angeles and probably County. Out 3,000 or so units...50 or so are slated Historical Landmarks. These homes take you back to Queen Anne Victorian, Tutor, Mission, and Craftman. Primarily a nice place to visit, get some historical significance.

I used to volunteer at to maintain the garden. It was a lot of fun. A wonderful place if you love architecture and history. Driving there is a pain since there isnt a lot of parking. There are a few bus lines the gold line nearby.

Interesting place. Lots of victorian era homes from various parts of LA were moved here to preserve history. Make sure to come at round hour to be able to see inside of the homes, because only guided tours are allowed inside homes. Open on weekends only.

Our tour guide Mr. Daena Aman not sure how to spell it. Mr Daena delivered a very well detailed and exciting journey through Los Angeles history. The houses in this huge lot tell an amazing story of how personal a home could be. All the houses in the museum are architecturally marvelous, even though age has taken some good hits on these structures. The staff is very passionate and participate in a voluntary basis. Im am very happy to have visited with my wife and 5 year old daughter and plan on participating in future events hosted at the museum. Would definitely recommend. A couple of chilling paranormal stories were shared on the tour, and personally I loved it as it gives the whole experience more character.

Love this place. They always have fun events and their tours are very interesting and go into each house individually.

I went to the Movie night they had here, was a fun event

Awesome guide explained everything about the present homes and the interior.

Wonderful place. Great history facts and the tutor guide or museum speaker was super friendly and knowledgeable.

Very interesting! Amazing stories of old California history in the heart of Los Angeles!

Loved it ! great history .great tour ! beautiful Victorian homes

If you like history and architecture, this hidden gem is the place to go!!! The homes have been well-maintained, down to small details. Docents are knowlegible and very well-spoken. The grounds are great for taking pictures, as well. This is very interesting way to spend an afternoon.

A wonderful museum. Worth a stop.

Just wow. Flashback. Walk slow and read it all. Parking is a bit crazy though.

Nice if you like history.

Step back in time and see some fabulous houses. Get the feel of the mid 1800s thru 1920 housing.

When we were there they had actors portraying parts of the events that took place there. They were quite good.

I have been here during free Museum Days and it seemed full of life and very open. This time, we were told that the buildings could only be see on a tour and we didnt have much time to do the tour. Admission was still 10, $50 for our group, even though we saw none of the houses and were greeted by a very grouchy lady at the main entrance. We did get into the Pharmacy were a very helpful docent was present.

This is such a lovely place to come to. Besides looking at all the beautiful houses, there is other little activities around the grounds! However, you should be aware that parking is limited so either be aware of a long walk to the museum or get there early to get a good spot.

It was great our tour guide was very knowledgeable. The grounds are well-kept and I saw several different styles of homes.

Fabulous houses, sight to see at least once. Especially if you live in LA ...No excuses.

This is the most beautiful walk back into history of LA

Love visiting here! You must love old houses. The interiors are lovely. They also have fashion shows, teas, day of mourning celebrations, and plays at Christmas time.....much more. You can have a wedding there if you like. Lots to do there all year long. Check it out. Its a nice little day trip, spending a couple of hours there freeing you up to check out more areas of los Angeles.

Heritage Square Museum is such a beautiful place because they really keep true to the way it was back in the day. On the Arroyo Days festival they reenacted all of the entire Square. People were dressed in. Costumes and doing. Things. Children were everywhere they were being taught how they did things back in the day. The architecture and the information in the knowledge that was shared on these free Arroyo days was magnificent! I am so honored and grateful that they preserved and keep preserving these beautiful places to share with others so that you can see where we came from. They just installed a new Pharmacy with all original Pharmacy and medical instruments as well as old medicines that they used to give to people. Arsenic and the weirdest things that they would prescribe the people that now we know actually kill people were things that were prescribed from the pharmaceutical companies. Its really interesting how nothing has really changed from the pharmaceutical companies, except that now the amount of people that they kill are thousands of percent more in this current day Society. Its amazing how Reliant and ignorant humans are in regards to their own health and healing.

Heritage Square Museum is a living history and open-air architecture museum located beside the Arroyo Seco Parkway in the Montecito Heights neighborhood of LA. The museum focuses on interpreting the years 1850 to 1950, a century of unprecedented growth in Los Angeles. I visited on a Saturday and took the 2 hr guided tour. Admission is free but the tour cost $10 bucks. Grounds are self guided but inside the houses are not.I love the Victorian style architectural houses. Each of the houses were rich in history. My favorite was W.Hayes Perry and Hales house because of their unique interior design and layout. Our tour guide was very knowledgable and friendly. Parking is very small and limited. However, residential street parking available. Overall, I enjoyed visiting HSM and I highly recommend you visit at least once.

Great museum with old Victorian houses.

What a wonderful find. An LA treasure.

Really nice staff. Great history with the houses glad that they have been preserved. Great until sunset when the bugs swarm.

Great place to see Victorian Homes, check the website for hours of operation.

This museum was a surprise, what they do to preserve old buildings that help you to understand how los angelinos lived in the past is incredible. You can only visit the buildings with guided tours, and they need founding to keep doing what they are doing so well, so go, enjoy and help!

In the middle of skyscrapers in the Los Angeles skyline and a modern neighborhood community lies this historic place of Victorian homes and lifestyle. It is a testament to the past, and a reminder of the simplicity of the 1800s and the many modern conveniences sometimes we take for granted. It is a also a history lesson and realization that at one time, metropolitan Los Angeles we experience now was the wild west. It is a must to experience. The staff is quite knowledgeable about the elements in the homes, and each one (except in the gift shop), is dressed in the fashion of the time. Travel back in time. An experience you wont forget.

Our tour guide Mary was great and was very informative and friendly. Nice to see some history preserved. Beautiful old homes and I loved the garden.

Just seen it from outside the gate but cant wait to take my family there

Beautiful homes

If youre a history buff go here. The tours are on the hour and you can see what it was like in the Victorian era. Takes a couple hours but worth every minute.

A place to catch the Gold Line in-between Highland Park, Lincoln Hts & Cypress Park. Metros Lost & Found is across the street from where the Metro Rail lets its passengers on & off. Excellent security provided by LA Sheriffs Dept.

When for the Love Actually outdoor screening. Set up was nice staff was friendly

Amazing venue to celebrate any occasion