American House Hotel

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Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009

1. American House Hotel Marker

Inscription. Located on this corner in 1853 was a sturdy, well proportioned 2-story hotel known as the American House. The proprietors, Marchant and Crocker, were proud of their hotel with its healthful location on “Piety Hill” opposite the Court H House. This hotel was family-orientated, orderly and quiet, with no gambling allowed. Surrounding the hotel were extensive grounds with orchards, gardens, and rows of ornamental trees. In the rear was an extensive stable and wagon yard for use of the quests.

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 1853.

Location. Marker has been permanently removed. It was located near 38° 47.938′ N, 120° 53.349′ W. Marker was in Coloma, California, in El Dorado County. Marker was on Highway 49 (Main Street), on the left when traveling north. Marker and site are located within the boundaries of the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Coloma CA 95613, United States of America.

We have been informed that this sign or monument is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.

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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Coloma Schoolhouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Odd Fellows Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); El Dorado Bath House and Shaving Saloon (within shouting distance of this marker); Papini House (within shouting distance of this marker); County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Bell's Store (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Kane House (about 300 feet away); Coloma (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Coloma.

More about this marker. The marker has been removed with no replacement to be found.

Also see . . .
1. 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. This is the area occupied by the historic town of Coloma. (Submitted on March 18, 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 18, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)

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American House Hotel Site and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009

2. American House Hotel Site and Marker

Buildings in background are unrelated to the American House Hotel Site.

Gold Rush

Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009

3. American House Hotel Site and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 23, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 18, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,094 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 18, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.