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Montecito Home's 6,000 Pig Figurines Spark Controversy

3/23/2026

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The Pig House in Montecito, California, has drawn neighbor complaints over decor featuring about 6,000 pig figurines by Nikki Grosso.
Grosso began the collection with a single gift for her late husband, turning it into a tribute spanning over five decades.
The property has faced thefts and discontent, yet Grosso remains committed to the display.
She plans to sell the home within the next year, which will auction the figurines.

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The Pig House in Montecito, California, has drawn neighbor complaints over decor featuring about 6,000 pig figurines by Nikki Grosso.
Grosso began the collection with a single gift for her late husband, turning it into a tribute spanning over five decades.
The property has faced thefts and discontent, yet Grosso remains committed to the display.
She plans to sell the home within the next year, which will auction the figurines.