Santa Maria in Santa Barbara County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

John Long House

Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, November 29, 2020

1. John Long House Marker

Inscription. The Long House was built in 1885 by John and Annie Long. John operated a blacksmith shop in Santa Maria until 1920. After John and Annie died, their children, Sadie Elizabeth and Charles, and their descendants lived in the house until 1960. The home was purchased by the City of Santa Maria on January 18, 1970, from the estate Of Elizabeth Rubel. In 2004 the house was relocated From 419 South McClelland to its present location to make room for the new city library.

The house originally had Victorian-style accents and wood siding, with a carriage house in the rear. A tile roof and stucco overlay were added in the 1920's. The 3,000 square foot home had 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a library, parlor, dining room, large kitchen and pantry.

Upon recommendation of the City Landmark Committee, the City Council declared the Long House as Historical Landmark No. 13 on June 6, 2006.

Erected by City of Santa Maria.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical date for this entry is January 18, 1970.

Location. 34° 56.8′ N, 120° 26.077′ W. Marker is in Santa Maria, California, in Santa Barbara County. It is at the intersection of South McClelland Street and Jones Street, on the left when traveling north on

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South McClelland Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 615 South McClelland Street, Santa Maria CA 93454, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is on California’s Central Coast,

specifically on the Coast Ranges,

and specifically in the Transverse Ranges.

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: Santa Maria Valley War on Terrorism Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Santa Maria Valley Vietnam Veterans Memorial (about 300 feet away); Vandenberg Air Force Base 30th Space Wing Memorial (about 300 feet away); City Water Works - Historical Landmark (about 300 feet away); Santa Maria Valley World War II Memorial (about 300 feet away); Santa Maria Valley Cold War Veterans Memorial (about 300 feet away); The American Woman Veteran (about 300 feet away); John Edward Smith Memorial (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Santa Maria.

John Long House and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, November 30, 2020

2. John Long House and Marker

The marker is mounted to a boulder in front of the steps leading to the doorway.

Credits. This page was last revised on December 1, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 1, 2020, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 370 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 1, 2020, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.