Monterey in Monterey County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Home of Juan Bautista Alvarado
State Registered Landmark No. 348
Native of Monterey, Governor of California under Mexican rule December 20,1836 - December 20,1842. During his administration the increasing influx of Americans, and the Russian settlement at Fort Ross, began to be regarded as serious problems. Russians withdrew in 1841.
Erected 1949 by California Centennials Commission, Monterey Parlor No. 75, N.S.G.W. (Marker Number 348.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is December 20, 1836.
Location. 36° 35.87′ N, 121° 53.707′ W. Marker is in Monterey, California, in Monterey County. Marker is at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Alvarado Street on Jefferson Street. The following streets converge at this intersection: Jefferson, Munras, Polk, Pearl and Alvarado. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 Jefferson Street, Monterey CA 93940, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Cooper-Molera Adobe (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Simoneau’s Restaurant (within shouting distance of this marker); Casa Amesti (within shouting distance of this marker); 19th Century Sailing Ship's Anchor (within shouting distance of this marker); Jules Simoneau Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); Larkin House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Quarters of General William Tecumseh Sherman (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Larkin House (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Monterey.
More about this marker. Marker is mounted on the southwest corner of building located on this site.
Regarding Home of Juan Bautista Alvarado. This site was designated as California Registered Historical Landmark No.348 on August 8, 1939.
Also see . . . Juan Bautista Alvarado. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on June 17, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
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