Baker City in Baker County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Baker City Hall
Baker City Historic District
— Established 1874 —
In the early days, the four-faced tower clock glowed bright red at the curfew hour to warn youngsters to hurry home. The clock is one of just two weight-driven tower clocks in Oregon.
Erected by Historic Baker City, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Government & Politics.
Location. 44° 46.452′ N, 117° 49.872′ W. Marker is in Baker City, Oregon, in Baker County. Marker is on 1st Street near Auburn Avenue when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1655 1st Street, Baker City OR 97814, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. YMCA Building (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old Post Office (about 400 feet away); Flynn Building (about 400 feet away); Weller-Henry Building (about 400 feet away); Jett Building (about 500 feet away); J.C. Penney Building (about 500 feet away); Old Oregon Trail (about 500 feet away); Mann Block (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baker City.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 278 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 11, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.