California in Moniteau County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Moniteau County Courthouse
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., January 22, 2012
1. Moniteau County Courthouse Marker
The domed octagonal cupola, domed semicircular portico supported by curved brick columns of Corinthian order, 24-paned windows and fanlighted front door lend architectural interest to this classic revival-styled building completed in 1868. What is now Moniteau County was in St. Louis County when Missouri Territory was formed in 1812. It became a part of Howard County, 1816, Cooper County, 1818, and Cole County, 1820. It was organized as Moniteau County in 1845. The word "Moniteau" is a French derivation of the Indian word Manitou meaning the "Great Spirit."
Erected 1969 by Moniteau County Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1868.
Location. 38° 38.177′ N, 92° 33.89′ W. Marker is in California, Missouri, in Moniteau County. Marker is on Main Street (Missouri Route 87) east of High Street, on the left when traveling east. Marker is on the south grounds of the courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 200 East Main Street, California MO 65018, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Eisenhower Green Ash (here, next to this marker); Veterans Memorial (a few steps from this marker);
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Also see . . .
1. Moniteau County Courthouse Square. National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form (Submitted on January 6, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Moniteau County Courthouse. University of Missouri website entry (Submitted on January 6, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., January 22, 2012
2. Moniteau County Courthouse and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 9, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 6, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 405 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 6, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
