Ferndale in Humboldt County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Old Firemen's Pavilion

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 28, 2013

1. Old Firemen's Pavilion Marker

Inscription. Built in 1922, and constructed mainly of old growth redwood by volunteers of the Ferndale Community. Fire destroyed the kitchen in 1963. Rebuilt in 1990-1993 through contributions and community efforts. It has served our community well throughout the years.

Dedicated February 12, 1994 by the Native Sons of the Golden West
Philip D. Wong, Grand President

Erected 1994 by Native Sons of the Golden West.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical date for this entry is February 12, 1959.

Location. 40° 34.426′ N, 124° 15.944′ W. Marker is in Ferndale, California, in Humboldt County. Marker can be reached from Berding Street east of Francis Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ferndale CA 95536, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Joseph C. Oeschger Field (within shouting distance of this marker); Ferndale Masonic Hall (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Ferndale Memorial Day Parade (about 600 feet away); Ferndale Cemetery (about 600 feet away); Danish Hall (about 700 feet away); a different marker also named

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The Danish Hall (about 700 feet away); The Victorian Inn (about 700 feet away); A. Berding House (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ferndale.

Old Firemen's Pavilion - Wide View image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 28, 2013

2. Old Firemen's Pavilion - Wide View

The marker, not quite visible here, is mounted just to the left of the door, by the covered entrance.

Old Firemen's Pavilion (another view) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James King, February 8, 2014

3. Old Firemen's Pavilion (another view)

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 8, 2013, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 572 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 8, 2013, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 3. submitted on February 22, 2014, by James King of San Miguel, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.