Cypress, California

Richard Nixon's father, Frank, was a citrus grower in Yorba Linda, California, in the early 1900's. He built a small house for his wife Hannah and their children. Richard was born in 1913 and lived there until 1922 when the family moved to Whittier.

Denny and I visited the Richard Nixon Library and Museum which sits on the grounds of the former citrus farm. His home is still there, which contains 90% of the original furnishings, including the bed where Nixon was born.

The museum is very well done and does not shy away from Watergate. In fact, we watched a movie that opens with the resignation before launching into his legacy - the China trip, EPA, etc.

Richard Nixon and his wife Pat are buried in a beautiful rose garden right next to the house that raised him.

Such a quiet, peaceful setting.Read more