Coloma in El Dorado County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Coloma Breweries

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, January 21, 2023

1. Coloma Breweries Marker

Replacement Marker.

Inscription.
In the 1850’s and 1860’s, Coloma had two breweries, the “El Dorado” and the “Coloma”. They were located between Brewery Street and the river. An 1853 advertisement in Coloma’s newspaper stated:

“Mr. Joseph Wellman would respectfully inform traders, Hotel Keepers and the public generally, that he is ready to supply them a superior article of Ale and Cider by the barrel or otherwise, from his own manufactory. Draft ale constantly on hand and for sale, by the glass, or gallon.”

Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park

Erected by California Department of Parks & Recreation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers.

Location. 38° 47.988′ N, 120° 53.43′ W. Marker is in Coloma, California, in El Dorado County. Marker is at the intersection of Brewery Street and Coloma Road (California Route 49), on the right when traveling west on Brewery Street. Marker is located within the boundaries of the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Coloma CA 95613, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. G.J. Hazeltine's Daguerrean Gallery (a few steps from this marker); Blacksmith Shop (within

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shouting distance of this marker); Site of Coloma Livery Stables (within shouting distance of this marker); Monroe House (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Wells Fargo Express and Banking Company (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of the Sierra Nevada House (within shouting distance of this marker); Schulze House (within shouting distance of this marker); What Happened To All The Buildings? (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Coloma.

Regarding Coloma Breweries. Also see: All nearby Coloma markers for additional information.

Also see . . . Coloma Wineries and Breweries. City website entry (Submitted on February 16, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)

Additional keywords. Gold Rush

Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 7, 2008

2. Coloma Breweries Marker

Previous Marker.

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, January 21, 2023

3. Coloma Breweries Marker

Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 7, 2008

4. Coloma Breweries Marker

Brewery Street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, January 21, 2023

5. Brewery Street

The marker is behind the trees on the right.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 10, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,573 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 31, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 2. submitted on October 10, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 3. submitted on January 31, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 4. submitted on October 10, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 5. submitted on January 31, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.