Redwood City in San Mateo County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Lathrop-Connor-Mansfield House
The Path of History
General Patrick E. Connor, the second owner, was a Civil War general; his troops kept the trails open for westward pioneers, and his presence helped keep Utah a Union territory during the Civil War. He is also known as the father of Utah mining. Connor’s wife was a Redwood City native.
Joel Mansfield, a three-term San Mateo County Sheriff, purchased the house in 1905 and moved the structure to its present location, 627 Hamilton. The house had two prior locations, with the original site situated where the Fox Theatre is now, at 2223 Broadway.
The Lathrop House is a beautiful example of Carpenter or Steamboat Gothic style that includes seven gables with spires, a veranda, carriage porch, and quatrefoil ornamental along the eaves and over the front porch.
Erected by Redwood Historic Resources Advisory Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1863.
Location. 37° 29.244′ N, 122° 13.793′ W. Marker is in Redwood City, California, in San Mateo County. Marker is on Marshall Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 701 Hamilton Street, Redwood City CA 94063, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lathrop House (a few steps from this marker); California Square (a few steps from this marker); "Old" San Mateo County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named California Square (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Old San Mateo County Courthouse (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); New Sequoia/Fox Theatre (about 400 feet away); Fox Theater (about 400 feet away); Former Site of Sequoia High School (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Redwood City.
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