Ione in Amador County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Methodist Episcopal Church
Photographed By Syd Whittle, November 17, 2005
1. Methodist Episcopal Church Marker
The cornerstone was laid in 1862. Constructed of locally fired brick, the church was completed in 1866. Dedicated as “Ione City Centenary Church” and later popularly known as the “Cathedral of the Mother Lode.” The church was the first to serve the religious needs of the people in the area.Erected 1970 by State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Amador County Historical Society and the Ione Community United Methodist Church. (Marker Number 506.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1862.
Location. 38° 21.038′ N, 120° 55.851′ W. Marker is in Ione, California, in Amador County. Marker is on East Marlette Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 150 East Marlette Street, Ione CA 95640, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Daniel Stewart Co. Store (approx. 0.2 miles away); Ione Parlor No. 33, N.S.G.W.
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Photographed By Syd Whittle, November 17, 2005
2. Methodist Episcopal Church
Photographed By Syd Whittle, November 17, 2005
3. Methodist Episcopal Church with Marker
Photographed By Syd Whittle, November 17, 2005
4. Methodist Episcopal Church
Credits. This page was last revised on December 22, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 17, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,407 times since then and 43 times this year. Last updated on December 21, 2016, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 17, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
