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Buena Park, California

Located in Orange County, California, Buena Park was established in 1887. Knott's Berry Farm started as a roadside boysenberry stand in the 1920s. It's the oldest theme park in California (predates Disneyland).
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Founded 1887 | Population 81,300 | Peak 81,300 (2024) | County Orange County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Buena Park, California

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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Buena Park.
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1920 Knott's Berry Farm: Boysenberry stand becomes theme park.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Buena Park's identity and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Buena Park continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1920 Business
Knott's Berry Farm
1942 Government
Military Presence
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Knott's Berry Farm started as a roadside boysenberry stand in the 1920s.
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It's the oldest theme park in California (predates Disneyland).
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Medieval Times dinner theater is also in Buena Park.
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Buena Park is located in Orange County, California.
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Buena Park was founded in 1887.

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Famous People from Buena Park, California

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James E. Bacon (rancher)
Avocado Horticulturist · Born Jul 13, 1909 · Died Sep 11, 1997 (age 88)
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Ollie Brown (baseball)
Baseball Player · Born Feb 11, 1944 · Died Apr 16, 2015 (age 71)
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