Ferndale in Humboldt County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Ferndale Cemetery

Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, November 17, 2019

1. Ferndale Cemetery Marker

Inscription. The Ferndale Cemetery Association was organized and incorporated in 1868. This 5 acre tract of land was purchased in 1870 from Francis and Grace Francis for $155.00, as its steep slopes made it unsuitable for farm land. The first burials were recorded in 1877. Prior to that date early settlers were either buried on their own land or in the Odd Fellows Cemetery located off Centerville Road, west of town. After the cemetery property was purchased, the bodies in the Odd Fellows Cemetery were moved to the Ferndale Cemetery. Today the Ferndale Cemetery continues to serve the community and has become a favorite tourist attraction offering spectacular views of the Eel River Valley for those venturing to the top.

Dedicated February 9, 2002
by the
Native Sons of the Golden West
William E. Hargis, Grand President
in memory of
James D. Phelan, United States Senator

Erected 2002 by Native Sons of the Golden West.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical date for this entry is February 9, 2002.

Location. 40° 34.462′ N,

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124° 15.818′ W. Marker is in Ferndale, California, in Humboldt County. It can be reached from Ocean Avenue east of Berding Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ferndale CA 95536, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the North Coast,

specifically on the Coast Ranges,

and in the Klamath Mountains.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast

and in the Pacific Northwest.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

on the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Ferndale Memorial Day Parade (here, next to this marker); A. Berding House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Danish Hall (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named The Danish Hall (about 400 feet away); Ferndale Masonic Hall (about 600 feet away); The Victorian Inn (about 600 feet away); Centerville Beach Cross (about 600

Ferndale Cemetery Marker - wide view image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, November 17, 2019

2. Ferndale Cemetery Marker - wide view

feet away); Old Firemen's Pavilion (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ferndale.

View of Ferndale from hilltop in cemetery image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, November 17, 2019

3. View of Ferndale from hilltop in cemetery

Credits. This page was last revised on November 20, 2019. It was originally submitted on November 20, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 966 times since then and 42 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 20, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.