San Rafael in Marin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Falkirk Community Cultural Center
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 26, 2013
1. Falkirk Community Cultural Center Marker
Built in 1888 ---- Architect, Clinton Day
Original owner Ella Park resided in house 1888 – 1905
Acquired in 1906 by Robert Dollar whose family owned the house until 1974.
Purchased by citizens of San Rafael in November 1974. Commemorating the tenth anniversary of the founding of Falkirk Community Cultural Center.
Owned and operated by the City of San Rafael
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical month for this entry is November 1974.
Location. 37° 58.516′ N, 122° 31.915′ W. Marker is in San Rafael, California, in Marin County. Marker is on Mission Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Marker is mounted on a stone pillar at the entrance to the grounds. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1408 Mission Avenue, San Rafael CA 94901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. How San Rafael Got Its Library (within shouting distance of this marker); The Belrose Theater (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); James M. Donahue Ferry Bell (about 700 feet away); The Gate House (about 800 feet away); Mission San Rafael Arcangel (approx.
this page online
Also see . . . A Graceful Past. A history of the building which included historical photos. (Submitted on October 27, 2013.)
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 26, 2013
2. Falkirk Community Cultural Center Marker
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 26, 2013
3. National Register of Historic Places Plaque
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 26, 2013
4. Falkirk Community Cultural Center
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 26, 2013
5. Falkirk Community Cultural Center
Credits. This page was last revised on January 5, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 27, 2013, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 447 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 27, 2013, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
