Novato in Marin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Druids Hall
Photographed By Paul D. Lapachet, March 18, 2017
1. Druids Hall Marker
Originally called Loustaunau Hall, erected in 1895, where many organizations held meetings and socials for nearly 100 years. Now hall of Novato Grove Druids No. 113
Erected 1989 by Novato Historical Guild, Grand Parlor Native Sons of the Golden West.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1895.
Location. 38° 6.412′ N, 122° 33.994′ W. Marker is in Novato, California, in Marin County. Marker is at the intersection of Grant Avenue and Reichert Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Grant Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 801 Grant Avenue, Novato CA 94945, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Druid's Hall/ Loustaunau's Hall (here, next to this marker); Fashion Shop (a few steps from this marker); Novato's First Railroad Station (within shouting distance of this marker); DeBorba's (within shouting distance of this marker); Novato Bank (within shouting distance of this marker); Novato Bank Building (about
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Also see . . . Druids of California: History of Modern Druidism.
"The UAOD (United Ancient Order of Druids) of California is a non-political non-denominational fraternal benefit society. The California Druids were formed as a brotherhood united to assist the families of miners injured or killed in the gold fields of the Sierra Nevada."(Submitted on January 2, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.)
Photographed By Diane Phillips
2. Druids Hall and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 10, 2017, by James King of San Miguel, California. This page has been viewed 598 times since then and 97 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on April 10, 2017, by James King of San Miguel, California. 2. submitted on August 10, 2021, by Diane Phillips of Pittsburg, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
