Westminster Mall, opened in 1974 in Orange County, California, was once a bustling hub with four major department stores—Sears, May Company, Robinson’s, and Buffum’s—and over 180 shops, drawing crowds through the 80s and 90s. Known for its central food court, carousel, and weekend hangouts, it was a nostalgic landmark for many 90s kids. However, the rise of online shopping and retail shifts led to a slow decline. Anchor stores began closing, with Sears shutting down in 2018 and Macy’s—one of the