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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).

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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1885Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Buena Park.

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1920Knott's Berry Farm: Boysenberry stand becomes theme park.

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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Buena Park's identity and economy.

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2010Modern 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?

Knott's Berry Farm started as a roadside boysenberry stand in the 1920s.

It's the oldest theme park in California (predates Disneyland).

Medieval Times dinner theater is also in Buena Park.

Buena Park is located in Orange County, California.

Buena Park was founded in 1887.

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