Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum

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Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum

Name: Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum
Address: El Campo Santo, 15415 Don Julian Rd, City of Industry, CA 91745, City of Industry, CA, US
Telephone: (626) 968-8492
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (173 reviews)

📍 El Campo Santo, 15415 Don Julian Rd, City of Industry, CA 91745

📞 (626) 968-8492

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	12–4 PM
Saturday	12–4 PM
Sunday	12–4 PM

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Quick Facts

Type: Historic House Museum
Best For: All ages
Highlights: 1840s-1920s Mexican rancho era houses, cemetery, gardens, basement tours
Admission: FREE public tours Fri-Sun (except 4th weekend)
Accolade: Called 'one of California's true historic treasures' by Smithsonian Institution

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️The homestead spans the Mexican rancho era from the 1840s-1920s, preserving authentic architecture and landscapes across multiple historic structures including the Workman House (1870), La Casa Nueva, and El Campo Santo family cemetery
⭐The museum is only accessible via guided tours—there is no self-guided access, making the knowledgeable tour guides (like Katherine Gunn and Ruben) essential to the visitor experience
⭐The site features a family cemetery (El Campo Santo) that remains open to visitors 9 a.m.-5 p.m. seven days a week, making it an uncommon museum amenity that preserves generations of local family history
⭐Free public tours are offered Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (except the 4th weekend of each month) at 12 & 2 p.m. for the Workman House and 1 & 3 p.m. for La Casa Nueva, making it a rare fully-free historical attraction
⭐The museum permits professional photography sessions for special events including weddings, quinceañeras, and graduations by reservation, indicating its role as a significant regional venue for cultural ceremonies

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Arrive early on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday for free tours since they're first-come, first-served with limited group sizes. Tour times are 12 & 2 p.m. for Workman House and 1 & 3 p.m. for La Casa Nueva, so coming right at opening increases chances of getting into your preferred time slot.
💡Plan to see both the Workman House and La Casa Nueva during your visit by timing your arrival to catch consecutive tour slots (the 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. tours work well together). Reviewers noted that not all visitors manage to see both houses, so strategic scheduling ensures a complete experience.
💬The cemetery is always accessible 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and doesn't require a guided tour—this makes it a perfect addition to your visit if you arrive between tour times or want a quiet moment to explore the historic El Campo Santo family burial ground.
💬All admission is completely free every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (except the 4th weekend of the month). This is one of the venue's best features, so plan your visit for these free tour days to save money while experiencing the well-regarded guided tours.
💡Request a specific knowledgeable guide if possible when calling ahead for group tours (626-968-8492, Wed-Sun 12-4 p.m.). Reviewers specifically praised guides like Ruben and Katherine Gunn for being informative and pleasant, enhancing the educational experience significantly.