Napa in Napa County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
A. Hatt Buildings 1884 & 1886
Napa Milling Company
Photographed By Loren Wilson, August 20, 2007
1. A. Hatt Buildings 1884 & 1886 Plaque
Inscription.
A. Hatt Buildings 1884 and 1886. Napa Milling Company. These buildings were constructed alongside the Embarcadero de Napa by Captain Albert Hatt, a seafarer who came to California in 1864. The building was used as a warehouse and for sale of merchandise. The second floor housed a roller rink. The 1886 building was designated a U.S. Government bonded warehouse for the storage of spirits and wines. The second floor contains Hatt Hall, a meeting place for secret societies and later used as a National Guard Armory and for social events., In 1912 the Keig family converted the complex into the Napa Mill, a regional granary, mill and purveyor of agricultural supplies. Restoration began in 1995 for the Napa River Inn and Hatt Market.
These buildings were constructed alongside the Embarcadero de Napa by Captain Albert Hatt, a seafarer who came to California in 1864. The building was used as a warehouse and for sale of merchandise. The second floor housed a roller rink. The 1886 building was designated a U.S. Government bonded warehouse for the storage of spirits and wines. The second floor contains Hatt Hall, a meeting place for secret societies and later used as a National Guard Armory and for social events.
In 1912 the Keig family converted the complex into the Napa Mill, a regional granary, mill and purveyor of agricultural supplies. Restoration began in 1995 for the Napa River Inn and Hatt Market.
Erected 2002 by Sam Brannan Chapter #1004 E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1864.
Location. 38° 17.76′ N, 122° 16.992′ W. Marker is in Napa, California, in Napa County. Marker is on Main Street, on the right when traveling south. The marker is mounted on the west facing wall of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 500 Main Street, Napa CA 94559, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Additional commentary. 1. Additional Information Regarding the Marker Dedication Rafael Jimenez was Noble Grand Humbug when this plaque was dedicated. Plaque wording by Loren Wilson, NGH #10 and Rich Brandt NGH #36.
— Submitted April 23, 2012, by Loren Wilson of Sebastopol, California.
Photographed By Loren Wilson, August 20, 2007
2. A. Hatt Buildings 1884 & 1886 Marker
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