Nevada City in Nevada County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Nevada City, The “Queen City of the Northern Mines”

National Register of Historic Places

Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 13, 2011

1. Nevada City, The “Queen City of the Northern Mines” Marker

Inscription. Nevada City, the “Queen City of the Northern Mines”, became a town of 16,000 in the early 1850’s following the discovery of gold on Deer Creek in 1849. Here is located the largest and best preserved historical downtown district in California Gold Country. As the county seat of Nevada County, Nevada City has maintained its position as the county’s center of government, professional services and cultural activities since its beginning in 1851.

Entered National Register of Historic Places
September 23, 1985

Erected by Native Sons of the Golden West, Hydraulic Parlor No. 56.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical month for this entry is September 1985.

Location. 39° 15.752′ N, 121° 1.047′ W. Marker is in Nevada City, California, in Nevada County. It is on Union Alley near Broad Street, on the right when traveling east. Marker is located at Calanan Park which is located on the corner of Union Alley and Broad Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Nevada City CA 95959, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in California’s Sierra Nevada.

It is also in the American Mountain West.

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: Hydraulic Gold Mining 21-Inch Gate Valve (a few steps from

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this marker); The Monitor (a few steps from this marker); Shaft Drill Core (a few steps from this marker); The National Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Robinson Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); National Exchange Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Pelton Water Wheel (within shouting distance of this marker); Ladies of the Evening (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Nevada City.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 13, 2011

2. Nevada City, The “Queen City of the Northern Mines” Marker

The National Hotel image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle

3. The National Hotel

Located across the street from Calanan Park.
In 2006 the hotel was featured in the Hallmark Production seen on the Hallmark Channel A Christmas Card, with John Newton, Alice Evans and Ed Asner.

Kidd & Knox Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle

4. Kidd & Knox Building

This building, located at the corner of North Pine Street and Broad Street was built in 1856, and has been a major commercial building since the Gold Rush.

The Flagg Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle

5. The Flagg Building

This building, located at 233 Broad Street, was built in 1856 and is also known as "The Eternal Saloon." It currently is occupied by a real estate company.

Pennsylvania Engine Co. No. 2 Firehouse image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle

6. Pennsylvania Engine Co. No. 2 Firehouse

Located at 420 Broad Street. Construction money was raised in 1859 by popular subscription and a grand ball staged by the town’s women.

South Yuba Canal Office image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle

7. South Yuba Canal Office

This building, located at 134 Main Street, was the site of The South Yuba Canal Water Company and was headquarters for the largest network of water flumes and ditches in the state. These were used to supply water for hydraulic mining in the area. It now houses the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 27, 2011, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 984 times since then and 81 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 27, 2011, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 3. submitted on October 23, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 4. submitted on February 14, 2011, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 5. submitted on February 13, 2011, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 6. submitted on August 29, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 7. submitted on February 15, 2011, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.