Coloma in El Dorado County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Metropolitan Saloon and Bowling Alley

Site of

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, January 21, 2023

1. Metropolitan Saloon and Bowling Alley Marker

Replacement Marker.

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

At this site was one of California’s first bowling alleys. It was actually three buildings, with single-lane bowling alleys in each of the side buildings. The establishment, also known as the Metropolitan Saloon and Sporting Hall, featured gambling and related activities. In 1860, the largest building, which fronted on Main Street, housed the exhibits for the El Dorado County Fair.

Erected by Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1860.

Location. 38° 48.012′ N, 120° 53.462′ W. Marker is in Coloma, California, in El Dorado County. Marker is on Coloma Road (California Route 49) south of Mt Murphy Road, on the right when traveling south. Marker is located within the boundaries of the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, just south of the Weller House. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Coloma CA 95613, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Site of Coloma’s Law Offices (here, next to this marker); Beer Garden

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(a few steps from this marker); What Happened To All The Buildings? (a few steps from this marker); Weller House (a few steps from this marker); Site of Adams and Company Express (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Doctor Taylor's Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Wright's Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Schulze House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Coloma.

Also see . . .
1. Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Site Map. Mapping locations of historic sites and buildings in Coloma. (Submitted on April 3, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)

2. 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 April 3, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)

Additional keywords. Gold Rush

Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009

2. Metropolitan Saloon and Bowling Alley Marker

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Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, 1

3. Metropolitan Saloon and Bowling Alley Marker

Metropolitan Saloon and Bowling Alley Marker and Site image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009

4. Metropolitan Saloon and Bowling Alley Marker and Site

Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 3, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,346 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 31, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 2. submitted on April 3, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 3. submitted on January 31, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 4. submitted on April 3, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.