Stockton in San Joaquin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Magnolia Historic District
Photographed by Syd Whittle, February 8, 2009
1. Magnolia Historic District Marker
Stockton’s first historic district has the community’s richest variety of architectural styles, including Queen Anne, Eastlake, Stick, Bungalow, Craftsman, Moderne and Spanish Revival. Since the 1860’s the area has been home to a broad cross section of Stockton’s citizens. The vitality of the neighborhood is evident from the many instances of rehabilitation, restoration, and adaptive reuse. The Magnolia Historic District encompasses an area generally bounded by Harding Way, California Street, Park Street and El Dorado Street. The 19th century cut stone paving blocks embedded at this site were used in Magnolia area curbs and gutters.
Erected by : This area was designated as a historic district by the Stockton City Council on July 30, 1984, City Planning Commission & Cultural Heritage Council. Easement donated by Pacific Gas & Electric Company.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Buildings • Notable Places. In addition, it is included in the Stockton Historic Landmarks series list.
Location. 37° 57.834′ N, 121° 17.416′ W. Marker is in Stockton, California, in San Joaquin County. It is at the intersection of East Magnolia Street and North San
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Regionally, this marker is in the San Joaquin Valley and specifically in the Central Valley. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in 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: Newell House (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles E. Owen Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Philomathean Clubhouse (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Circle of Palms (approx. 0.2 miles away); Stockton Developmental Center (approx. 0.2 miles away); Dunne House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Superintendent's Residence (approx. 0.2 miles away); Doctors' Row Historic District (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Stockton.
Also see . . . The Historic Magnolia District. City of Stcokton PDF:
Download this self-guided walking tour of the Magnolia Historic District (Submitted on October 30, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
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Photographed by Syd Whittle, February 8, 2009
2. Magnolia Historic District Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 25, 2022. It was originally submitted on February 9, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 3,071 times since then and 98 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 9, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
