Barstow in San Bernardino County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Jedediah Smith
1798-1831
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, October 16, 2011
1. Jedediah Smith Marker
In 1826 he led a party of 17 men through the territory of the Mojave Indians, then west across our Great desert. During the trek, the heat became so intense that it forced him and his men to bury themselves in the sand to keep cool. They were the first Americans to enter California overland from the east.
Erected 2006 by Barstow's Main Street Mural Project.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Exploration • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1826.
Location. 34° 53.923′ N, 117° 1.501′ W. Marker is in Barstow, California, in San Bernardino County. Marker is on East Main Street/National Trails Highway, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 222 East Main Street, Barstow CA 92311, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Father Garces (a few steps from this marker); John Charles Fremont (a few steps from this marker); Kit Carson (a few steps from this marker); General Steven Watts Kearny (within shouting distance of this marker); Mojave Runners (within shouting distance of this marker); Amiel Weeks Whipple (within shouting distance of this marker); Calico Mountain Mines
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More about this marker. The Early Explorers is the subject of the sixth mural in the series. Barstow’s Main Street murals are intended to illustrate Barstow’s past and enhance its future. The murals line historic Route 66, the Mother Road. The murals depict aspects of the history of Barstow and the surrounding area. New murals are added annually.
Also see . . .
1. Jedediah Smith. Wikipedia entry. (Submitted on October 10, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. Main Street Murals. Website homepage (Submitted on December 16, 2011, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.)
3. Jedediah Smith Society. Society homepage. (Submitted on December 16, 2011, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.)
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, October 16, 2011
2. Jedediah Smith Marker
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, October 16, 2011
3. Jedediah Smith Marker
The Smith marker is the marker on the left.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, October 16, 2011
4. Barstow's Main Street Murals Directory
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Historic Murals on Route 66’s last existing
“Main St”
Illustrating Barstow’s Past to Enhance Its Future
Working to build pride and unity within our community and revitalize Historic Downtown Barstow through the preservation and celebration of our rich cultural heritage through education programs, walking tours, public art and festivals.
We welcome new members who appreciate the power of public art and have a vision for how it can become a revitalizing force in the community.
For further information Tel: 760 257 1052
www.mainstreetmurals.com
“Main St”
Working to build pride and unity within our community and revitalize Historic Downtown Barstow through the preservation and celebration of our rich cultural heritage through education programs, walking tours, public art and festivals.
We welcome new members who appreciate the power of public art and have a vision for how it can become a revitalizing force in the community.
For further information Tel: 760 257 1052
www.mainstreetmurals.com
Credits. This page was last revised on November 6, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 16, 2011, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 1,112 times since then and 38 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on December 16, 2011, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
