California Citrus State Historic Park

California Citrus State Historic Park California Citrus State Historic Park opened in August 1993 as a living historical museum reflecting the citrus industry heritage. In 1873, the U.S.

Nearly 200 acres of citrus groves managed by CA State Parks. Citrus SHP's Mission
This park preserves the cultural landscape of the citrus industry and interprets this industry's role in the history and development of California through the stories of the diverse groups of people who made it all possible. The park recaptures the complexities of the time when "Citrus was King," exploring the signif

icance of the citrus industry in Southern California. Department of Agriculture forever changed the history of Southern California when it sent two small navel orange trees to Riverside resident Eliza Tibbets. Those trees, growing in ideal soil and weather conditions, produced an especially sweet and flavorful winter harvest fruit. Word of this far superior orange quickly spread, and a great agricultural industry was born. In the early 1900s, an effort to promote citrus ranching in the state brought hundreds of would-be citrus barons as well as thousands of migrant and immigrant agricultural workers to California for the "second Gold Rush." This resulted in the growth of cities and communities throughout Southern California, most of which were segregated along class and racial lines. On the surface, however, the lush groves of oranges, lemons and grapefruit contributed to California's legacy - its lingering image as the Golden State - the land of sunshine and opportunity.

06/06/2026
We have lots of exciting thingshappening this month. Don't miss out on these amazingopportunities. From Guided Hikes to ...
06/05/2026

We have lots of exciting things
happening this month. Don't miss out on these amazing
opportunities. From Guided Hikes to Concerts in the
park!

*CORRECTION* The Grove Tour listed for 11 AM on the last slide will start at 10 AM from the Museum. All other scheduled events listed on the last slide will take place at the Amphitheater.

For a full list of activities happening throughout the
state during California State Parks Week, check out CAStateParksWeek.org



06/04/2026

Are you excited for California State Parks Week? ๐Ÿป๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’™๐ŸคŽ

Join us on Saturday, June 13th, from 11 am - 2 pm. Please RSVP at TinyURL.com/CalCitrusSPW. This event is free to attend...
05/31/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 13th, from 11 am - 2 pm. Please RSVP at TinyURL.com/CalCitrusSPW. This event is free to attend. Parking fees still apply. Explore the citrus museum with a self guided scavenger hunt through time. Gather information and collect stamps as you learn about a peopleโ€™s history of citrus at designated stations.

For a full list of events, both virtual and in person, happening all across the state, check out CAStateParksWeek.org

We are a couple of weeks away from celebrating California State Parks Week. Here at California Citrus State Historic Par...
05/30/2026

We are a couple of weeks away from celebrating California State Parks Week. Here at California Citrus State Historic Park we will be hosting our event on Saturday, June 13th, from 11 am - 2 pm. For a full list of events, both virtual and in person, check out CAStateParksWeek.org

PARK CLOSURE (05/26/2026):The park will be closed for industrial agriculture activities on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The pa...
05/24/2026

PARK CLOSURE (05/26/2026):

The park will be closed for industrial agriculture activities on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The park will resume normal operations and reopen Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

Hiring Opportunity in the Inland Empire! This Park Maintenance Supervisor position will report to the Sector Office near...
05/06/2026

Hiring Opportunity in the Inland Empire! This Park Maintenance Supervisor position will report to the Sector Office near California Citrus State Historic Park, 1879 Jackson Street, Riverside, CA 92504. The Park Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the supervision, direction, and accomplishment of the maintenance and grounds programs within the Chino Sector, which includes Chino Hills State Park and California Citrus State Historic Park. This position has the opportunity to supervise a team of dedicated staff
This position requires the possession of a valid Class C driverโ€™s license, as well as a background check.
To apply, follow the instructions at https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=517361 (Do NOT Apply here on Facebook!)
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Did you know that citrus fruit, like navel oranges, is still harvested by hand? Each harvest season, farm workers set up...
05/03/2026

Did you know that citrus fruit, like navel oranges, is still harvested by hand? Each harvest season, farm workers set up ladders that help them reach our famed Washington Navel Oranges. They use special clippers with a curved blade that follows the natural contour of the orange, which prevents them from piercing the skin. And each worker carries a bag that can hold up to 90lbs of fruit.

This Sunday, May 3rd, we will be celebrating National Orange Juice Day! Our staff and volunteers will be serving orange ...
05/02/2026

This Sunday, May 3rd, we will be celebrating National Orange Juice Day! Our staff and volunteers will be serving orange juice samples from fresh Valencia oranges picked right here in our park. Drop by our museum (visitor center) from 11 am - 3 pm (or until supplies last) for a sample of some freshly squeezed juice. This event is free to attend. Park vehicle day-use fees still apply. ๐ŸŠ

๐Ÿ“9400 Dufferin Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503

This National Volunteer Week, we'd like to extend our gratitude to all of our park VIP's for their dedication and exempl...
04/25/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we'd like to extend our gratitude to all of our park VIP's for their dedication and exemplary commitment to making our parks a better place for all to enjoy. From leading our guided grove tours to being a friendly face to welcome you into our visitor center, our park would not be the same without them. Thank you! ๐Ÿ‘

If you would like to follow in their footsteps and join our VIPP (Volunteers In Parks Program) send your inquiries to our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]

Address

9400 Dufferin
Riverside, CA
92504

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19517806222

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