Best Landmarks in Orange

Orange Public Library preserves local history and provides equal access to information, ideas and knowledge through books, programs, and technology. Orange Public Library was founded in 1885, making it one of the oldest public libraries in Orange County. Postmaster Robert E. Tener donated his collection of about 300 books and ran the library as a private organization, using dues from the members to build and maintain the collection. The library itself was housed in the Post Office Building on South Glassell. It remained a private organization until 1894 when it was turned over to the city. In 1905, the collection needed a new building and was granted a Carnegie building to house the library on the corner of Center and Chapman. They believe in the freedom to read, learn, and discover.

El Modena Branch Library is a Public library in Orange. This library is affiliated with Orange Public Library and History Center. They have book and media collections for children, teens, and adults. They provide book drops for returning materials when the library is closed. They provide computers for valid library card holders at all locations. Computers are equipped with basic software and utilities. Librarians can assist users with locating materials and logging into the computer system. The Library provides meeting space for rent. The Board of Trustees works in partnership with library staff and support groups to represent, inform, educate and enrich the Orange community, and ensure the preservation of local history.

The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum is the presidential library and burial site of Richard Milhous Nixon, the 37th president of the United States, and his wife Pat Nixon. The newly renovated Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum museum features nearly 70 new major exhibits, 30 unique multi-media experiences, 11 original films, 12 custom digital interactives, 10 curated archival film sequences, more than 600 photographs, 8,000 square feet of murals, and more than 300 artifacts. The Richard Nixon Foundation applies the legacy and vision of President Richard Nixon to defining issues that face their nation and the world today. The Richard Nixon Foundation owns the nine-acre campus on which the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum sits. The Richard Nixon Foundation jointly co-operates the presidential library site with the National Archives and Records Administration.