Almaden in San Jose in Santa Clara County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
John Young House
(Cottage No. 2)
The cottage was first occupied by John Young, a native of Scotland, who was a trader and master of vessels on the coast. In the fall of 1847, he arrived here with Alexander Forbes and a sizable crew of workers, and became Superintendent of the initial mining operations. Young died in San Francisco in 1864.
Erected 1981 by The Brian Ledig Family and Mountain Charlie Chapter No. 1850, E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1847.
Location. 37° 10.679′ N, 121° 49.256′ W. Marker is in San Jose, California, in Santa Clara County. It is in Almaden. Marker is on Almaden Road, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 21474 Almaden Road, San Jose CA 95120, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Huttner House (a few steps from this marker); The Randol Family Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Scott House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Hauck House (within shouting distance of this marker); Hacienda Cemetery (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Hacienda Cemetery (about 400 feet away); Casa Grande (about 400 feet away); New Almaden Quicksilver Mine (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Jose.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 31, 2011, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 636 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 31, 2011, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 3. submitted on September 22, 2007, by Mathew H. Kohnen of San Jose, California.