Coloma in El Dorado County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
County Courthouse
Site of
Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009
1. County Courthouse Marker
When El Dorado County was organized in 1850 as part of the new State of California, Coloma was named the county seat. County offices were housed in simple frame structures until 1856, when a fine court house was built here on the public square. However, by this time placer Gold mining in Coloma was declining and the town population fell rapidly. One year later the county seat was moved to Placerville. The Court House, a large two story structure, was used afterwards as a school and a Masonic lodge. The Alhambra Saloon was built against one side of the building.Erected by Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Buildings • Notable Places • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1850.
Location. 38° 47.965′ N, 120° 53.367′ W. Marker is in Coloma, California, in El Dorado County. Marker is on Highway 49 (Main Street), on the right when traveling north. Marker and site are located within the boundaries of the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Odd Fellows Hall (a few steps from this marker); El Dorado Bath House and Shaving Saloon (a few steps from this marker); Papini House (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Bell's Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Coloma (within shouting distance of this marker); Kane House (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Virginia Saloon (within shouting distance of this marker); Coloma Schoolhouse (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Coloma.
Also see . . .
1. Town Tour. An easy half mile walk along Main Street. This is the area occupied by the historic town of Coloma. There are signs at each site and structure giving a brief description and history. (Submitted on March 17, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
2. Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Site Map. Mapping locations of historic sites and buildings in Coloma. (Submitted on March 17, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
3. Discover Coloma. There are four walking tours you can take in Coloma. This easy, half-mile walk goes along Main Street from the Visitor Center to the School House and back.
Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009
2. County Courthouse Site and Marker
Additional keywords. Gold Rush
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on March 17, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 990 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 17, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
