Near Novato in Marin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Cook House
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, March 9, 2022
1. Cook House Marker
This board and batten, wood frame building was the living quarters for the Burdell
family cook. It was used for this purpose until the beginning of the 20th century.The abundance of wire nails indicates that this building may have been rebuilt for other purposes at a later date, at which time the shed on the east end was probably added.
During his archeological excavations in the 1970's, archeologist Charles Slaymaker modified the interior of this structure to serve as part of his on-site living quarters.
Erected by California State Parks.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 38° 9.144′ N, 122° 34.299′ W. Marker is near Novato, California, in Marin County. Marker can be reached from Redwood Highway. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Novato CA 94945, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Burdell Frame House (a few steps from this marker); Burdell Mansion (within shouting distance of this marker); The Chosen Family
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More about this marker. The marker is directly in front of the former cook house, just a few steps north of the visitor center.
Also see . . . Olompali State Historic Park (California State Parks). The basic park page for Olompali State Historic Park. (Submitted on March 20, 2022.)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, March 9, 2022
2. Cook House and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 20, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 20, 2022, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 77 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 20, 2022, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
