Magnolia Historic District in Stockton in San Joaquin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Philomathean Clubhouse

1912

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado

1. Philomathean Clubhouse Marker

Inscription. On Nov. 17, 1893, six local women met to form a private club they named “Philomathean,” meaning “Lover of Learning.” By 1910, members undertook to build a meeting place all their own. Local architect W.E. Wood donated the rustic Craftsman Style design with decorative stained glass. Finished in 1912, the first meeting was hold February 12.

Stockton Historic Landmark No. 48
Designated by Stockton City Council 2001

Erected 2001 by Stockton City Council. (Marker Number 48.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Women. In addition, it is included in the Stockton Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1912.

Location. 37° 57.787′ N, 121° 17.47′ W. Marker is in Stockton, California, in San Joaquin County. It is in the Magnolia Historic District. It is at the intersection of North Hunter Street and East Acacia Street, on the right when traveling north on North Hunter Street. The plaque is mounted to a metal pole at the sidewalk in front of the clubhouse. Touch for map. Marker is at or near

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this postal address: 1000 North Hunter Street, Stockton CA 95202, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the San Joaquin Valley

and specifically in the Central Valley.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Magnolia Historic District (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Newell House (about 500 feet away); Charles E. Owen Home (about 500 feet away); Dunne House (approx. ¼ mile away); Circle of Palms (approx. ¼ mile away); Weber Primary School (approx. ¼ mile away); Superintendent's Residence (approx. ¼ mile away); St. Agnes School and Convent (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Stockton.

Also see . . .
1. Philomathean Clubhouse. Wikipedia

"It grew to have more than 300 women members in 1910, when it
Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, November 12, 2023

2. Philomathean Clubhouse Marker
Opposite side with the same text.
began a process to build its own building. The club chose to quit the California Federation of Women's Clubs in 1943 but continued to operate and contribute to Stockton. At one point, the roll included 700 members. and as of 2012 it had around 70."

(Submitted on July 7, 2024, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.)

2. Stockton building earns historical distinction. YouTube Video

"Stockton's 97-year-old Philomathean Clubhouse has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. Here, members of the Philomathean Club give a tour of the building and talk about its history."

(Submitted on July 7, 2024, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.)

Philomathean Clubhouse and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, November 12, 2023

3. Philomathean Clubhouse and Marker

Philomathean Clubhouse image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, November 12, 2023

4. Philomathean Clubhouse

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, November 12, 2023

5. Philomathean Clubhouse

Credits. This page was last revised on July 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2024, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. This page has been viewed 524 times since then and 57 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on July 7, 2024, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.