Downtown San Jose in Santa Clara County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Sainte Claire Club
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 25, 2010
1. Sainte Claire Club Marker
The Sainte Claire Club was organized in 1888 by a group of distinguished local citizens, including James Phelan, banker, U.S. Senator and former mayor of San Francisco. San Jose's oldest men's club has occupied this handsome structure since its construction in 1893. Designed by A. Page Brown, the building has unusual ornamental brick detailing. It was damaged in the 1906 earthquake and restored in 1907.
Erected by City of San Jose.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1888.
Location. 37° 20.387′ N, 121° 53.491′ W. Marker is in San Jose, California, in Santa Clara County. It is in Downtown San Jose. Marker is on East Saint James Street east of North Second Street. Marker is mounted on a pole in the sidewalk in front of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 65 East Saint James Street, San Jose CA 95113, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First Church of Christ, Scientist (within shouting distance of this marker); Scottish Rite Temple (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); St. James Park (about 300 feet away); First Unitarian Church (about 400 feet away); Eagles Hall (about
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Also see . . .
1. The Sainte Claire Club. The Soft Underbelly of San Jose entry (Submitted on April 29, 2010.)
2. Downtown San Jose History Walk. This building is featured on the Downtown San Jose History Walk along with 30 additional sites. (Submitted on April 29, 2010.)
3. St. James Park (San Jose). The historical area that surrounds St. James Park is the site of several buildings that contribute to the history of San Jose. The Sainte Claire Club is included on this list. (Submitted on April 29, 2010.)
Additional keywords. Mens Clubs
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 25, 2010
2. Sainte Claire Club Marker
Photographed By Syd Whittle, April 25, 2010
3. Sainte Claire Club
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 29, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 3,200 times since then and 625 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 29, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
