Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
LeConte Memorial Lodge
Sierra Club
— Founded 1892 —
Originally located in Curry Village, LeConte Memorial Lodge was designed for the Sierra Club by Berkeley architect John White. It was subsequently dismantled and rebuilt on this location in 1919.
Since 1904 Sierra Club members have provided park interpretation at the memorial including educational programs, a small conservation library, childrens' area and programs, and interactive historical exhibits.
Erected by Sierra Club and the National Park Service.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1901.
Location. 37° 44.42′ N, 119° 34.785′ W. Marker is in Yosemite National Park, California, in Mariposa County. Marker is on Southside Drive, on the right when traveling east. LeConte Memorial Lodge is opposite the Housekeeping Camp. Touch for map . Marker is in this post office area: Yosemite National Park CA 95389, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Grand Lodge (approx. half a mile away); The Ahwahnee Porte Cochere (approx. half a mile away); Reawakening the Meadow (approx. 0.6 miles away); The Story of Half Dome (approx. 0.6 miles away); The Old Yosemite Village (approx. 0.6 miles away); A Home for Rangers (approx. 0.6 miles away); Yosemite Valley (approx. 0.7 miles away); Yosemite National Park (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Yosemite National Park.
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