Los Banos in Merced County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Woolgrowers

Photographed by James King, June 5, 2016

1. Woolgrowers Marker

Inscription.
Built in the 1890’s, this establishment has served the community continuously for over 100 years. Early on, it was a way station for immigrants and travelers alike. Having a restaurant and rooms upstairs, it was a welcome sight for passengers from the nearby train depot. It was also a “safe haven” for people emigrating from Europe, looking for a hot meal and a warm bed. They all found this and more at the Woolgrowers.
Woolgrowers is without a doubt one of California’s treasures. The Iturbide family, owners since 1974, have carried on this tradition until today. Continuing to serve the very best French Basque cuisine with a warm family atmosphere.

Erected 2001 by Native Sons of the Golden West, William E. Hargis, Grand President.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list.

Location. 37° 3.698′ N, 120° 50.817′ W. Marker is in Los Banos, California, in Merced County. It is on H Street east of 6th Street, on the right when traveling east. The marker is mounted above the door to the bar. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 609 H Street, Los Banos CA 93635, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the San Joaquin Valley

and specifically in the Central Valley.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

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.

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At least 8 other markers are within 16 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Henry Miller (within shouting distance of this marker); Guglielmo Marconi (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Canal Farm Inn (approx. 0.9 miles away); Lone Willow Station (approx. 4.9 miles away); San Luis Camp Adobe (approx. 7 miles away); Gustine Museum (approx. 15.9 miles away); Enterprise School (approx. 15.9 miles away); Men of Gustine War Memorial (approx. 16 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Los Banos.

Another marker is no longer nearby. Los Banos (was approx. 0.3 miles away but has been confirmed missing).

More about this marker. While the name of the establishment is properly "Wool Growers", the two words were conflated on the plaque to become "Woolgrowers".

Also see . . . Wool Growers Restaurant in Los Baños. Website homepage:
Not to be confused with Wool Growers in Bakersfield, another fine establishment. (Submitted on June 6, 2016, by James King of San Miguel, California.)

Wool Growers Rest image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James King, June 5, 2016

2. Wool Growers Rest

Marker can be seen above the door to the bar.

Wool Growers image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James King, June 5, 2016

3. Wool Growers

Credits. This page was last revised on April 15, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 6, 2016, by James King of San Miguel, California. This page has been viewed 959 times since then and 36 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 6, 2016, by James King of San Miguel, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.