Livermore in Alameda County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Livermore Town Hall Jail and Firehouse
Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009
1. Upper Marker: Livermore Town Hall Jail and Firehouse
[Upper Marker:]
Built 1875, this building was first a hotel then the Livermore Valley Bank. It was the Livermore Town Hall from 1905 to 1957. The jail was in the rear, and to the left the firehouse. It was here a light bulb was lit and continues to burn to this day.
Joaquin Murrieta Chapter 13
E Clampus Vitus
October 5, 1985
[Lower Marker:]
and Firehouse
Built 1882
On this site:
Wooden Boarding House, c.1874
Bank of Livermore, c.1883 - 1890
Livermore City Hall, c.1905 - 1957
Livermore Firehouse, c.1906 - 1976
Livermore Police Station, c.1906 - 1974
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City of Livemore
Historic Preservation Heritage Site
Dedicated July 1996
Erected 1985 by Joaquin Murrieta Chapter 13, E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical date for this entry is July 4, 1996.
Location. 37° 40.968′ N, 121° 46.034′ W. Marker is in Livermore, California, in Alameda County
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Livermore Town Jail (a few steps from this marker); Lydiksen Building (within shouting distance of this marker); The Story of Livermorium (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Livermorium (about 400 feet away); Livermorium Plaza (about 400 feet away); Bank of Italy Building (about 400 feet away); Livermore Flagpole (about 500 feet away); Masonic Building (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Livermore.
Regarding Livermore Town Hall Jail and Firehouse. The Livermore Centennial Lightbulb continues to burn to this date. It is now located at Livermore Fire Station #6, 4550 East Avenue, Livermore.
Also see . . .
1. The Old Town Hall. This site offers history and vintage photos of this building, as well as links to additional historical buildings in Livermore. (Submitted on June 15, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
2. Livermore’s Centennial Light Bulb. History and photos of the light bulb, mentioned in marker text, that has remained continuously lit for over 100 years. (Submitted on June 15, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009
2. Lower Marker: Livermore Town Hall Jail and Firehouse
Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009
3. Livermore Town Hall Jail and Firehouse Markers
Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009
4. Livermore Town Hall Jail and Firehouse
Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009
5. McCloud Street View of Building
Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 13, 2009
6. Livermore City Hall Emblem Above Entrance Doors
Photographed By Paul George/Wicktonville FD, June 18, 2011
7. The Centennial Light Bulb
Photographed By Paul George/Wicktonville FD, June 18, 2011
8. Timeline of History on Display
This banner highlights historical events from 1903 to the 100th Anniversary of the light bulb. Click on photo to enlarge.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 15, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 2,251 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on June 15, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 7, 8. submitted on February 10, 2015.
