Near Wells in Elko County, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)

Remember Metropolis

Photographed by Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

1. Remember Metropolis Marker

Inscription. In memory of those valiant pioneers who settled and built a city here, giving so much to us all in their pursuit of happiness and security. Today, we enjoy the fruits of their efforts. The first settlers came in 1910, followed by many others until 1935. Many who lived here aspired to become teachers, lawyers, civic leaders, church leaders, and best of all reared great families in homes where love and happiness filled their lives. May we always remember our Metropolis heritage and beginnings, and may our lives be fuller because of the Metropolis pioneers. May we also forever resolve within our hearts and minds to cherish the memories of the pioneers of Metropolis. Blessed be the name of Metropolis, Nevada, throughout the eternities.

Erected 1989 by Desccendents of Metropolis Settlers.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1910.

Location. 41° 13.681′ N, 115° 3.473′ W. Marker is near Wells, Nevada, in Elko County. It is on County Route 754, on the left when traveling west. Marker is 15 miles northwest of Wells. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wells NV 89835, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Elko Country.

It is also in the American Mountain West.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 10 miles of this marker, measured

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as the crow flies: California Trail - Humboldt Wells Route (approx. 7.4 miles away); Humboldt Wells (approx. 8.7 miles away); Historic Front Street (approx. 9.4 miles away).

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Lincoln School, Hotel Metropolis, and a typical home image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

2. Lincoln School, Hotel Metropolis, and a typical home

Map of Metropolis image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

3. Map of Metropolis

Photographed by Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

4. Remember Metropolis Marker

Vault at Hotel Metropolis image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

5. Vault at Hotel Metropolis

Arched entryway of Lincoln School. image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

6. Arched entryway of Lincoln School.

Remnants of sidewalk leading from the railroad station to the hotel. image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

7. Remnants of sidewalk leading from the railroad station to the hotel.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 20, 2020. It was originally submitted on June 24, 2007, by Dawn Bowen of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 2,149 times since then and 140 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on June 24, 2007, by Dawn Bowen of Fredericksburg, Virginia. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.