Santa Clara in Santa Clara County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Robert Menzel House
Benton and Jackson Streets
Point of Historical Interest
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, February 16, 2012
1. Robert Menzel House Marker
This Queen Anne house with characteristic corner tower was built around 1895 by Robert Menzel (1847-1923). A Prussian immigrant, he founded Menzel Hardware Company in 1875.Menzel served on the Santa Clara Board of Education, Library Trustees and as City Treasurer. On the Volunteer Fire Department for over 40 years, he became Chief in 1901.
Erected 1980 by Santa Clara Historical and Landmark Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1895.
Location. 37° 21.009′ N, 121° 56.839′ W. Marker is in Santa Clara, California, in Santa Clara County. Marker is at the intersection of Benton Street and Jackson Street, on the left when traveling east on Benton Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1191 Benton Street, Santa Clara CA 95050, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Town Hall and Jail Site (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old Downtown Santa Clara (about 300 feet away); H.L. Warburton House (about 300 feet away); Kersell/Lorente House
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Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, February 16, 2012
2. Robert Menzel House Marker
Marker is embedded in the sidewalk facing Benton Street
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, February 16, 2012
3. Robert Menzel House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on February 21, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 827 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 21, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
