Novato in Marin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

(Novato) City Hall

901 Sherman Avenue

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, March 29, 2017

1. (Novato) City Hall Marker

Inscription. After Novato was incorporated in 1960, city officials found a ready-made City Hall in the former Presbyterian Church, built in 1896. The City purchased it in 1962; it was repainted dark red with white trim and in 1963, it reopened as Novato's City Hall. In 2005, City offices moved to 75 Rowland Way when the Hall and surrounding city-owned buildings were deemed structurally unsafe.
City Hall renovation took place in 2008-2009, which involved moving the building 12 feet north to a new foundation and reinforcing the structure and its then-fragile steeple, while preserving its historic nature. Two adjacent structures were removed to create a civic green.
In addition to hosting City Council and other civic meeting, the building serves as public venue for events such as receptions, banquets, and small performances. It is renowned as the iconic symbol of Novato.

Erected by Novato Historical Guild.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Government & Politics • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1962.

Location. 38° 6.366′ N, 122° 34.08′ W. Marker is in Novato, California, in Marin County. Marker is at the intersection of Sherman Street and De Long Avenue when

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traveling west on Sherman Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 901 Sherman Street, Novato CA 94945, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Novato City Hall (a few steps from this marker); Postmaster's House (within shouting distance of this marker); Novato Grammar School Bell (within shouting distance of this marker); Novato History Museum (within shouting distance of this marker); Carlile House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Scott General Store (about 400 feet away); DeBorba's (about 400 feet away); Novato Bank Building (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Novato.

Novato City Hall and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, March 29, 2017

2. Novato City Hall and Marker

Novato City Hall image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, March 29, 2017

3. Novato City Hall

Credits. This page was last revised on April 10, 2017. It was originally submitted on April 10, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 295 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 10, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.