Opening Reception: Crystal Cove and the California Dream

Join UC Irvine Libraries to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit, Crystal Cove and the California Dream at the Student Center and Langson Library, UC Irvine campus.

Opening Reception includes –
5:00 p.m. – Guest Check-In (Crystal Cove Auditorium, Student Center)
5:30 p.m. – Fireside Chat with Laura Davick (Crystal Cove Auditorium, Student Center)
6:30 p.m. – Reception and Exhibit Viewing (Langson Library)

The Exhibit:  Crystal Cove and the California Dream … with its blue waters, white sands, and seaside bungalows, Crystal Cove State Park is one of Orange County’s most beloved stretches of coastline.  Crystal Cove and the California Dream traces the area’s rich history, with a special focus on the community efforts to preserve its historic cottages for public enjoyment.

Drawing from UC Irvine Libraries’ Laura Davick Crystal Cove Historical Archive and Orange County Regional History Collections, the exhibit also tells tales of Prohibition, the Golden Age of Hollywood, and World War II. Featuring photographs, records, and artifacts, the exhibit brings Crystal Cove’s stories to life, celebrating a place where California history, community, and the natural environment meet at the water’s edge.

Exhibit will be on display in Langson Library November 2026 through March 2027 during regular library hours.