Grass Valley in Nevada County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Union Hill School
Photographed By Dave Geschke
1. Union Hill School Marker
Union Hill School was established in March 1868 as a one-room schoolhouse on the grounds of Union Hill Mine. On June 26, 1875, an argument over a trustee election took place at the schoolhouse, resulting in a stabbing and subsequent death. Three days later an arsonist burned down the schoolhouse. In the late 1870s, a new schoolhouse was built on the current location and was in service until 1940. The modern building has been in continuous use since 1940. Union Hill has proudly served our community for over 144 years.Erected 2012 by Native Sons of the Golden West and Quartz Parlor No. 58 N.S.G.W. (Marker Number GPY 135-11.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical month for this entry is March 1868.
Location. 39° 12.292′ N, 121° 2.277′ W. Marker is in Grass Valley, California, in Nevada County. Marker is on Colfax Highway (California Route 174), on the right when traveling north. Marker is located at the entrance
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. N. C. N. G. R. R. (approx. 1.3 miles away); Reliance Hose Company No. 3 (approx. 1.4 miles away); Columbiad Cannon – 1850 (approx. 1.4 miles away); Chinatown, Grass Valley (approx. 1˝ miles away); The Old Post Office (approx. 1.6 miles away); Grass Valley Library (approx. 1.6 miles away); Lola Montez 1819 - 1861 (approx. 1.6 miles away); Madison Lodge No. 23 F. & A.M. (approx. 1.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Grass Valley.
Photographed By Dave Geschke
2. Union Hill School Marker Dedication
Photographed By Dave Geschke
3. Union Hill School Marker Dedication
Photographed By Dave Geschke
4. Union Hill School Marker Dedication
Credits. This page was last revised on July 24, 2017. It was originally submitted on July 16, 2017, by James King of San Miguel, California. This page has been viewed 310 times since then and 113 times this year. Last updated on July 23, 2017, by James King of San Miguel, California. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on July 16, 2017, by James King of San Miguel, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
