Forest Home Farms Historic Park: A Step Back in Time

Discover San Ramon's agricultural heritage at Forest Home Farms, featuring historic homes, antique equipment, and engaging events for all ages.

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Forest Home Farms Historic Park in San Ramon offers a glimpse into the San Ramon Valley's agricultural past. Explore historic homes, a tractor museum, and interact with farm animals on this 16-acre property, originally part of a Mexican land grant.

A brief summary to Forest Home Farms Historic Park

19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon, California, 94583, US
+1925-973-3284
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Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
Thursday 10 am-4 pm
Friday 10 am-4 pm
Saturday 10 am-4 pm

Local tips

Check the San Ramon Historic Foundation's website for special events like Sheep Shearing Day for a unique glimpse into farm life.
Visit the Glass House Museum on Saturdays at 1 PM for a guided tour and a peek into Victorian-era living.
Pack a picnic to enjoy on the grounds, taking advantage of the serene atmosphere and scenic views.
Download the Otocast app for a self-guided tour of the park, providing historical context and insights as you explore.
Explore the Tractor Museum to see a collection of antique farm equipment and learn about the evolution of agricultural technology.

Getting There

Driving

Forest Home Farms Historic Park is located at 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd. From I-680, take the Crow Canyon Road exit and head east. Turn right onto San Ramon Valley Blvd. Continue south for approximately 2 miles. The park will be on your left. Parking is available in the park's dirt lot. Parking is limited to 80 vehicles. Parking is free.
Public Transport

The closest bus stops to Forest Home Farms Historic Park are on San Ramon Valley Blvd. Check the local transit schedule for the most up-to-date information. From the bus stop, walk south on San Ramon Valley Blvd to the destination. Cost for a single ride on a local bus is approximately $2.50.

Discover more about Forest Home Farms Historic Park

Forest Home Farms Historic Park, nestled at the base of the Dougherty Hills in San Ramon, California, provides a unique journey into the region's rich agricultural heritage. This 16-acre park was bequeathed to the City of San Ramon by Ruth Quayle Boone in 1997, in memory of her husband, Travis Moore Boone. Following Ruth's passing in 1998, the city expanded the memorial to honor her contributions and recognize the significant role women played in the San Ramon Valley's agricultural development. The park is divided by Oak Creek, with the northern portion featuring historic structures used by the Boone family. These include two houses representing nearly a century of residential development in the valley, fourteen outbuildings, and two pergolas. The Boone House, a grand 22-room Dutch Colonial structure remodeled several times since its construction in 1900, now serves as office and meeting space, hosting various recreational programs. The fourteen outbuildings vary significantly in age and size, offering a glimpse into the diverse operations of a working farm. Among them is a barn dating back to the 1850s, a sprawling 7,000-square-foot farm equipment and automobile storage structure, and a three-building walnut processing plant complete with a three-story hulling and drying facility. The southern portion of the property is home to the Glass House Museum, a beautifully restored Victorian Italianate style home and its tank house built in 1877. Visitors can explore the Tractor Museum, enjoy self-guided tours with pamphlets available at the parking lot entrance, and attend various events throughout the year. These events include Sheep Shearing Day, Kids Day, the Pumpkin & Harvest Festival, and holiday gatherings. Forest Home Farms is recognized on both the National Register of Historic Places and the California Register of Historical Resources.

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Forest Home Farms Historic Park: A Step Back in Time

A brief summary to Forest Home Farms Historic Park

Local tips

Getting There

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Discover more about Forest Home Farms Historic Park

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Gateway Center

Shops At Bishop Ranch

City Center Bishop Ranch

The Slanted Door San Ramon

San Ramon Community Center

Lakeside BR 2600

Canyon Lakes Golf Course

Historic Camp Parks Main Gate

Diablo Plaza

Magnolia Square S.C.

Visit Tri-Valley

Monument Car Parts

Amador Valley Community Park

Pirates of Emerson Haunted Themed Park

AVHS Botany

Unmissable attractions to see

Glass House Museum

San Ramon Athan Downs

Bishop Ranch Regional Preserve

Rancho San Ramon Community Park

Central Park

Dublin Historic Park and Museums

Windy Hills Park

Waterfall Park

K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities

Fire Truck Park

Six Pillars Park

Zscape Games

Val Vista Park

San Ramon Hidden Valley Park

Blackhawk Museum

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New Moon Restaurant

Clementine's

Ofa's Island BBQ

K-BOB

Shish Grill

Dumpling Time

LB Steak - City Center Bishop Ranch

Delarosa Bishop Ranch

Ramen Hiroshi San Ramon

Papaya Grill

Crazy Empanadas

Curry Up Now

Mendocino Farms

House of Basil

Andaman Thai

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Country Club Village

Sports Basement San Ramon

Whole Foods Market

HomeGoods

Learning Express

Sunglass Hut

Athleta

Anthropologie

Alys Grace

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Pottery Barn

The Marketplace Shopping Center

Madewell

Essential bars & hidden hideouts

Social Affair Bar & Lounge

Mortar & Pestle Bar

Bamboo Sushi

The Back Lounge