Napa in Napa County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Oberon Saloon
Photographed By Loren Wilson, September 21, 2013
1. Oberon Saloon Marker
Inscription.
Oberon Saloon. . Built in 1893, the Oberon was the hub of activity in downtown Napa. Patrons could buy a cigar, get a shave and a haircut for two bits, or relax with a cold beer while playing a leisurely game of pool or cards. Many a shoe was shined here. In 1932 the building burned down. Two years later the building was restored to its current Art Deco style. The Oberon was a hangout for boxing legend Rocky Marciano while training for fights. In 2010 the building was earthquake retrofitted by the present owner Joe Peatman and since 1994 has been the home of Downtown Joe’s Restaurant and Microbrewery.
Built in 1893, the Oberon was the hub of activity in downtown Napa. Patrons could buy a cigar, get a shave and a haircut for two bits, or relax with a cold beer while playing a leisurely game of pool or cards. Many a shoe was shined here. In 1932 the building burned down. Two years later the building was restored to its current Art Deco style. The Oberon was a hangout for boxing legend Rocky Marciano while training for fights. In 2010 the building was earthquake retrofitted by the present owner Joe Peatman and since 1994 has been the home of Downtown Joe’s Restaurant and Microbrewery.
Erected 2013 by Sam Brannan Chapter #1004, E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Art Deco, and the E Clampus Vitus series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1893.
Location. 38° 17.921′ N, 122° 17.092′ W. Marker is in Napa, California, in Napa County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and Second Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street. This is a "T" intersection. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 902 Main Street Napa CA, Napa CA 94559, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Fremont's Crossing (within shouting distance of this marker); Semorile Building
2. The Oberon Saloon building now houses Downtown Joe's
3. Oberon Saloon Drink Token (Obverse Side)
4. Oberon Saloon Drink Token (Reverse Side)
December 5, 2015
5. Oberon Saloon and Marker - Wide View
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 14, 2013, by Loren Wilson of Sebastopol, California. This page has been viewed 762 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 14, 2013, by Loren Wilson of Sebastopol, California. 5. submitted on December 7, 2015. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
