Dukehart’s Barbershop and Bathhouse

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Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009

1. Dukehart’s Barbershop and Bathhouse Marker

Inscription. In the 1850s a black man known only as “Dukehart” operated a barbershop that straddled the creek at this location. Typical of many barbershops of this period, Dukehart’s establishment also provided hot baths for his customers. The water was carried through a trough or pipe into the building and heated. Then the water was poured over the bather, and the used water returned to the creek.

Erected by Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Industry & Commerce • Notable Places • Settlements & Settlers.

Location. This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby. It was located near 38° 47.933′ N, 120° 53.383′ W. Marker was in Coloma, California, in El Dorado County. Marker could be reached from Highway 49 (Main Street). Marker and site are located next to the Papini House within the boundaries of the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Coloma CA 95613, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Papini House (within shouting distance of this marker); Odd Fellows Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); El Dorado Bath House and Shaving Saloon

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(within shouting distance of this marker); County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Kane House (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Joe Seeley Home Watchmaker (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Bell's Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Coloma Schoolhouse (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Coloma.

More about this marker. The marker has been removed and replaced by a different marker.

Also see . . . Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Site Map. Mapping locations of historic sites and buildings in Coloma. (Submitted on March 18, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)

Additional keywords. Gold Rush

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Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009

2. Dukehart’s Barbershop and Bathhouse Site and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 23, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 18, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,609 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 18, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.