Placerville in El Dorado County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
"Stone House"
Circa 1865
Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 10, 2010
1. "Stone House" Marker
of the Gold Rush era Chinese community
in Old Hangtown
Stone House is famous
for its historical significance
as an old Chinese brothel
Restored by
John R. Berry – Attorney at Law
Architectural and design by
Caywood, Nopp, Ward & Associates
Erected by The Family and Friends of John R. Berry 1945 – 1975.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Asian Americans • Notable Buildings.
Location. 38° 43.614′ N, 120° 48.077′ W. Marker is in Placerville, California, in El Dorado County. Marker is on Pacific Street, 0.1 miles east of California Highway 49, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 847 Pacific Street, Placerville CA 95667, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Forum Café / Union Hotel / United States Trio Hall / The Forum Café / The Blue Bell Café (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hangmans Tree (about 600 feet away); John A. "Snowshoe" Thompson (about 600 feet away); Bayles Building (1853) (about 600 feet away); Branch Saloon/Bingham's Jewelrey/Seligman Building/Ewing Building
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Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 10, 2010
2. "Stone House" Marker
Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 10, 2010
3. Stone House
Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 10, 2010
4. Stone House
Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 10, 2010
5. Stone Wall to the West of the Building
Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 10, 2010
6. Stone Wall and the Stone House
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 10, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 2,170 times since then and 130 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on October 10, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
