Jackson in Amador County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Jackson Fire Bell
Photographed by Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009
1. Jackson Fire Bell Marker
This trusty bell served Jackson faithfully for over 70 years, located in tower near courthouse, warning of fire or other peril.
Erected 1989 by Amador County Historical Society, and Excelsior Parlor No. 31 Native Sons of the Golden West.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Charity & Public Work. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is July 8, 1801.
Location. 38° 20.891′ N, 120° 46.373′ W. Marker is in Jackson, California, in Amador County. It is on Broadway Street near Water Street, on the left when traveling south. Located in Petkovich Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 Water St, Jackson CA 95642, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in California’s Gold Country and in the Sierra Nevada. It is also in the American Mountain West. Globally, it is in North America, the Pacific Rim, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Masonic Hall & Court House (a few steps from this marker); Rocca's Hall, Theatre, Arena (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of 1852 Louisiana House (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. Sharp's Drug, Ginocchio's Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Wells Fargo Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Hotel & Odd Fellows Hall Lodge #36 (within shouting distance of this marker); Wells Fargo & Co. Express and Banking Office (within shouting distance of this marker); The Louisiana House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jackson.
Another marker is no longer nearby. Botilleas Bordellos (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been confirmed missing).
Additional keywords. Fire Bells
Photographed by Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009
2. Jackson Fire Bell and Marker
Photographed by James King, January 26, 2014
3. Petkovitch Park Marker and Fountain
Photographed by Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009
4. Petkovich Park Marker
Dedicated in honor of the memory of John Petkivich, friend, advisor, businessman and civic leader whose foresight and actions were a major factor in the development of this city. Given to the City of Jackson on August 12, 1989 by Wilhelmina Petkovich for her husband.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 11, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 7, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,455 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 7, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 3. submitted on February 1, 2014, by James King of San Miguel, California. 4. submitted on June 7, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
