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.
John Long House. . 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.
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. Marker is at the intersection of South McClelland Street and Jones Street, on the left when traveling north
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on 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.
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 122 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 1, 2020, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
