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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Solano County

 
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Fairfield is the county seat for Solano County
Adjacent to Solano County, California
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1 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 176 — 1849 - Benicia Arsenal – 1964 —
On Jefferson Street at Adams Street, on the right when traveling east on Jefferson Street.
On this historic site for more than a century military history was written. The loyalty, courage, and devotion of the military and the civilian who served their country here furnished material for a brilliant page in the saga of the far west. What . . . — — Map (db m16297) HM
2 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 1854 – Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church – 1954 — In Honor of the One Hundredth Anniversary —
Near East J Street at 1st Street.
Founded September 24, 1854, with the first service conducted by lay reader Major F. D. Townsend, U.S. Army, in the “Old Capital Building”, constructed from plans presented by Colonel Julian McAlister, of the Benicia Arsenal, in April . . . — — Map (db m16322) HM
3 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Antonio M. De LaGuerra 1825 – ‘81 —
Near West G Street.
This tablet dedicated to his memory. He was State Senator 1852-1853; Mayor of Santa Barbara, Captain of California Volunteers serving in Arizona during the Civil War 1861-1865. He was a loyal member of the Ancient and Honorable Order of E. Clampus . . . — — Map (db m58330) HM
4 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 2009-5 — BDES Hall —
On West J Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Holy Ghost Committee and Portuguese community of Benicia have celebrated the Feast of the Holy Ghost since 1907 and in this BDES Hall since 1915. Benicia Council #35 I.D.E.S. was organized on December 29, 1900. The council hosted its first . . . — — Map (db m283184) HM
5 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Benicia — Capital of California — 1853 – 1854 —
On West G Street, on the right when traveling west.
The State Legislature Here Convened — — Map (db m284068) HM
6 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 177 — Benicia Barracks Site
On Hillcrest Avenue, on the right. Reported missing.
Benicia Barracks, established on April 30, 1849 and organized by Brevet Lt. Col. Silas Casey, 2nd U.S. Infantry, was the U.S. Army headquarters for the Department of the Pacific from 1851-1857. Also known as the 'Post near Benicia,' it remained a . . . — — Map (db m16296) HM
7 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Benicia Capitol State Historic Park —
On West G Street at First Street, on the right when traveling west on West G Street.
Center Panel: Two California Stories Echo Across Centuries Visit the venue for California political action in 1853-54. Tour the Fischer-Hanlon House to steep yourself in 19th century home life. Explore a Historic Garden . . . — — Map (db m259608) HM
8 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Benicia Historic Tannery - Circa 1890 —
On First Street north of East B Street, on the left when traveling south.
In the early Twentieth century, Benicia supplied one-third of California's leather, much of it tanned on this site by Kullman, Salz & Company. Beginning in 1881, early tannery structures occupied the western half of this block and by 1891 tannery . . . — — Map (db m40834) HM
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9 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Benicia Southern Pacific Railroad Passenger Depot —
On First Street, on the left when traveling south.
This Property Has Been Placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m285604) HM
10 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Camel Barns — Built in 1853 and 1854, Cost $10,000 and $12,000
Near Camel Road 0.1 miles west of Park Road. Reported missing.
These finely crafted sandstone buildings were originally constructed for use as warehouses. They gained their name and fame, however, during a brief period in 1863-64 when they were used to stable a herd of camels imported by the U.S. Army for . . . — — Map (db m155174) HM
11 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Clock Tower — Built in 1859 —
Near Washington Street.
The first stone fortress in the far west. Originally had two towers, but following an accidental explosion in 1912, it was rebuilt with only one tower and the present clock was installed. During the building’s history, it has served as a chapel, . . . — — Map (db m16305) HM
12 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Commandant's Home — Built in 1860 —
On General D.P. Quandt Lane near Washington Street.
An imposing residence of classic Georgian architecture with 14-foot ceilings and 24-inch brick walls. The lumber for the wainscoting, parquet floors, paneling, stair rails and balustrades was carried by ship "around The Horn". During the last . . . — — Map (db m40855) HM
13 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Commemoration of California Legislature in Session —
On West G Street, on the right when traveling west.
. . . — — Map (db m284072) HM
14 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Commodore Jones Point —
Near West Ninth Street near West I Street.
Named for Thomas Ap Catesby Jones, founder of the Naval Academy and War of 1812 hero. As Commander of the Pacific Fleet, Jones landed at Monterey 1842, raising the Stars and Stripes under misapprehension of war with Mexico. From 1848 to 1850 he . . . — — Map (db m40973) HM
15 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Dedicated to the Memory of Pony Express Riders — 1860 The Knights of the Saddle 1861 —
On First Street, on the right when traveling south.
William Hamilton, the first Pony Express rider to reach Benicia on the final relay. Carrying the mail from St. Joseph, Missouri to California. Arrived in this city April 23, 1860, at 7 a.m. Thomas J. Bedford, a young Benician, took the mochila by . . . — — Map (db m16325) HM
16 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Father Peter Augustine Anderson, OP — Martyr to Charity —
Near East I Street, on the left when traveling east.
Born in New Jersey in 1812, a convert to the church, renowned preacher and missionary, Peter Augustine Anderson was the first American Dominican to work in California and the first priest to offer mass in the Sacramento Valley. He was stricken with . . . — — Map (db m284295) HM
17 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 174 — First Masonic Hall Built in California —
On West J Street, on the right when traveling east.
The first Masonic hall built in California was begun in the summer of 1850, occupied by the lodge October 14, 1850, and formally dedicated December 27, 1850. This building served as the Masonic Temple for Benicia Lodge No. 5 until 1888, when the . . . — — Map (db m16317) HM
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18 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 880 — Fischer-Hanlon House —
Near West G Street.
In 1849, Joseph Fischer, a Swiss immigrant, came to Benicia. After joining a butcher partnership, Fischer purchased this lot on July 1, 1858. The house, reputed to be an old hotel was relocated here. The converted building is an outstanding example . . . — — Map (db m16334) HM
19 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Founders of Benicia — 1847 —
Near West G Street.
Gen. Mariano G. Vallejo Who was Commandante of Northern California for over 10 years. Thomas O. Larkin U.S. Consul in California 1844-1846. Robert Semple Presiding Officer of the First Constitutional Convention of California and . . . — — Map (db m16360) HM
20 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Gen. Quandt Lane —
On Gen. D.P. Quandt Lane near Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
In honor of native son Douglass Phillip Quandt, Major General, U.S. Army Corps. Born in this arsenal, Douglass Quandt graduated from West Point and went on to command parachute batallions in the European and Pacific Campaigns in WWII and later in . . . — — Map (db m41055) HM
21 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Hayes Building — 1897 —
On First Street, on the right when traveling north.
Singler Barbershop & Home c. 1897-1947 Restoration by Jerry & Maryellen Hayes City Award: Historic Preservation Week May 189 Benicia Historic Landmark No. 15 — — Map (db m284193) HM
22 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — In Memory of the 100th Anniversary of Saint Dominic’s Parish of Benicia — 1854 March 1954 —
On East I Street, on the left when traveling east.
[Plaque one] December 6, 1850 Bishop Joseph Alemany and Father Francis Vilarrasa arrived in San Francisco from Europe, to found the first Dominican convent in California, which they opened in Monterey. When Bishop Alemany became archbishop . . . — — Map (db m284290) HM
23 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Jack London —
On First Street, on the left when traveling south.
To remember Jack London The author who immortalized this locality in ”John Barleycorn” and ”Tales of the Fish Patrol” — — Map (db m16329) HM
24 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 15 — Merritt House c. 1869 — Also known as the What-Not-Shop
On West D Street west of First Street, on the right when traveling west. Reported missing.
Original two story front portion of this building has mortise and tenon-frame walls with solid wood plank sheathing inside. Preservation by Carl & Alice Merritt Mayors Award 1990 — — Map (db m155173) HM
25 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Norman V. Gonsalves, Sr. —
On West J Street west of 1st Street, on the right when traveling east.
Norm lived his entire life in his hometown of Benicia. He dedicated most of his life to preserving his Portuguese heritage and worked diligently to ensure that the Holy Ghost Festa or Feast of the Holy Spirit continued as an annual Benicia . . . — — Map (db m284284) HM
26 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 153 — Old State Capitol —
Near West G Street.
Erected in 1852, this historic building was ostensibly intended for Benicia City Hall, offered as the State Capitol and promptly accepted, it had that honor from February 4, 1853 to February 25, 1854. Deeded to state in 1951, it was one of the four . . . — — Map (db m16375) HM
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27 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Peregrine Landing Ark & Stables — Circa 1882 —
On West E Street west of 1st Street, on the left when traveling west.
Named for the first child of the Mayflower born in the New World and the falcon once native to the area. This building preserves a part of the original stables. The building to the southwest, a private home is a renovated ark (houseboat) from . . . — — Map (db m152861) HM
28 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Playground of Dreams — Built by volunteers, April 29 to May 3, 1992 —
On West K Street, on the right when traveling west.
The "Playground of Dreams" began in the imaginations of Benicia's children and became reality because volunteers gave their time to built it. Hundreds of children drew pictures, wrote stories and met with architect Robert Leathers in November 1991 . . . — — Map (db m284286) HM
29 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Pony Express Ferry “Carquinez” —
On First Street, on the right when traveling south.
[Front of Marker:] Dedicated April 23, 2000 by James Stretesky Benicia Historical Society Benicia (N.S.G.W.) Native Sons Richard & Veronica Tipton Benicia Camel Barn Museum Exxon Mobile, Benicia Refinery Benicia Chamber of . . . — — Map (db m16327) HM
30 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Robert Semple —
Near West G Street.
Robert Semple, chief founder of Benicia, negotiated with General M.G. Vallejo for the land and suggested new city be named after General’s wife, Francisca Benicia, selecting Francisca. Officials of Yerba Buena objected and by ordinance changed that . . . — — Map (db m16371) HM
31 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Ron Rice — In Memory — August 13, 1930 – June 5, 2016 —
On West C Street when traveling west.
A dedicated volunteer firefighter serving Benicia for over 60 years Contributing member of Benicia Historical Museum Docent for Benicia State Capitol Building Park This bench placed near the site where Solano Engine Co No 1 was put in the . . . — — Map (db m284083) HM
32 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 862 — Saint Paul's Episcopal Church —
On East J Street, on the right when traveling east.
Designed in 1859 by Lt. Julian McAllister and built by shipwrights of the Pacific Mail and Steamship Company, St. Paul's is an outstanding example of early California Gothic ecclesiastical architecture. Notable for its fine craftsmanship, this . . . — — Map (db m16318) HM
33 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 795 — Site of Benicia Seminary —
On West Military Street when traveling west.
[Marker mounted on front of base (Photo #1] The birthplace of Mills College, founded in 1852 as the Young Ladies' Seminary of Benicia. Acquired from Mary Atkins by Cyrus and Susan Mills in 1865. It was moved to its present site in Oakland . . . — — Map (db m16312) HM
34 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 175 — Site of the First Protestant Church in California —
On West K Street, on the right when traveling west.
On this site was organized by the Rev. Sylvester Woodbridge, Jr., on April 15, 1849 the First Presbyterian Church of Benicia. This was the first protestant church established in California with an ordained resident pastor. The church of disbanded in . . . — — Map (db m95697) HM
35 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Solano Hotel — In Search of the Pony Express - Station Marker —
On First Street at West E Street, on the right when traveling south on First Street.
Dedicated April 23, 1997 Solano Hotel Pony Express Route Apr. 23, 1860 - Sep. 8, 1861 Home Station Apr. 23, 1860 - Apr. 15, 1861 By Benicia Historical Society Benicia (N.G.S.W.) Native Sons Benicia Volunteer Fire . . . — — Map (db m29711) HM
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36 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet — The Fleet —
Near Lopes Road just east of Lake Herman Road.
Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet is part of the National Defense Reserve Fleet (NDRF), owned and operated by U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration (MARAD). Established by the Merchant Ship Act of 1946, NDRF serves as a reserve which . . . — — Map (db m10794) HM
37 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — The Bohn Building — John Augustus Bohn — City Attorney of Benicia 1948-1968 —
On First Street at East G Street on First Street.
Architect and driving force behind the modernization of Highway 780, the first State Capitol Building, the Benicia State Park, First Street Development, the Benicia City Water System, and the Benicia Industrial Park. He gave his vision, his . . . — — Map (db m25895) HM
38 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — The Joseph Fischer Residence —
On West G Street, on the left when traveling east.
In 1856 Swiss-born Joseph Fischer, merchant and cattleman, purchased a gold rush period hotel in Benicia. Moved it to this site, and remodeled it as his residence. In 1969 his descendants, the Misses Raphealita, Catherine, and Marie Rose . . . — — Map (db m284063) HM
39 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — 973 — Turner/Robertson Shipyard — 1882 – 1918 —
Near West K Street.
In 1882, Mathew Turner of San Francisco relocated his shipyard to Benicia. Turner, the most prodigious shipbuilder in North America, constructed 228 vessels, 169 of which were launched here. In 1913, the shipyard was purchased by James Robertson, . . . — — Map (db m31007) HM
40 ► California, Solano County, Benicia — World War I Memorial —
Near West First Street.
. . . — — Map (db m16354) WM
41 ► California, Solano County, Benicia, Benicia Arsenal Post Cemetery — Prisoner-of-War Burials —
Near Birch Road north of Hospital Road, on the right when traveling south.
The burial of prisoners of war (POWs) in soldiers' and national cemeteries dates to the Civil War (1861-1865). The United States and Confederacy collectively held more than 400,000 prisoners in overcrowded camps. Mortality rates were high. Based on . . . — — Map (db m250400) HM WM
42 ► California, Solano County, Birds Landing — Birds Landing - Benjamin’s Store —
On Collinsville Road at Birds Landing Road, on the right when traveling south on Collinsville Road.
In 1869 John Bird constructed a wharf and warehouse on Montezuma Slough. Soon, one mile east of the wharf, a community began to evolve. A blacksmith shop came first, and then the store was built in 1875. In this year the town was officially named . . . — — Map (db m129569) HM
43 ► California, Solano County, Cordelia — Cordelia —
On Cordelia Road at Ritchie Road, on the right when traveling west on Cordelia Road.
Established in the early 1850's by Captain Robert Waterman and named for his wife, Cordelia. The name was changed to Bridgeport after his home in Connecticut and then again to Cordelia. Intended as a major townsite to serve the shipping trade on . . . — — Map (db m26211) HM
44 ► California, Solano County, Cordelia — Cordelia and the Fire —
On Cordelia Road at Ritchie Road, on the right when traveling west on Cordelia Road.
In the 1920s, prohibition ended wine production, eliminating one of the most profitable businesses in the Cordelia area. But the town was dealt its worst blow in 1939, when a fire that began in the back of Glashoffs Meat Market burned down much of . . . — — Map (db m155132) HM
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45 ► California, Solano County, Cordelia — Cordelia Begins —
On Cordelia Road east of Lopes Road.
The Suisun Rancho, in which Cordelia is located, was one of the first five Mexican land grants in the area that became Solano County. The Mexican government granted the rancho to Chief Solano of the Suisun tribe in 1845. The land was then sold to . . . — — Map (db m144906) HM
46 ► California, Solano County, Cordelia — Cordelia: A Thriving Town —
On Cordelia Road at Ritchie Road, on the right when traveling west on Cordelia Road.
At first, the town of Cordelia served mainly as a stagecoach stop between Benicia and Sacramento. Its fertile land, easy access for ships, and railroad connection soon made Cordelia and the neighboring valleys one of California's most important . . . — — Map (db m155133) HM
47 ► California, Solano County, Cordelia — Village of Cordelia Historic District —
On Cordelia Road at Pittman Road, on the right when traveling west on Cordelia Road.
In 1988 the Village of Cordelia Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places with a period of significance of 1870 to 1939. The district extends along Cordelia Road from Interstate 680 to Pittman Road. It also includes . . . — — Map (db m155112) HM
48 ► California, Solano County, Dixon — Halfway House — In Search of the Pony Express - Station Marker —
On Silveyville Road at Schroeder Road, on the left when traveling west on Silveyville Road.
Dedicated April 23, 1998 Halfway House Added Station Apr. 23, 1860 - Sep. 8, 1861 By Sidney & Diane Schroeder Family Ron Dupratt Family John & Patty Greiner Family Dixon Historical Society American Legion Dixon Post #208 . . . — — Map (db m29940) HM
49 ► California, Solano County, Dixon — Sacramento Valley National Cemetery —
On Midway Road south of Interstate 80.
Dedicated to the memory of all the patriotic men and women who answered their country’s call to service. George W. Bush President of the United States R. James Nicholson Secretary U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs . . . — — Map (db m36827) HM
50 ► California, Solano County, Dixon — The Methodist Church of Dixon —
On North Jefferson Street at West B Street, on the left when traveling north on North Jefferson Street.
The Methodist Church of Dixon Organized as the Methodist Episcopal Church of Silveyville 1858 Erected in Silveyville 1866 Moved to Dixon 1870 This tablet placed on October 9 - 1955 by Mary E. Bell Parlor No. 224 Native Daughters of . . . — — Map (db m135906) HM
51 ► California, Solano County, Dixon — Village of Silveyville —
On Silveyville Road at Schroeder Road, on the left when traveling west on Silveyville Road.
The village of Silveyville was first settled by Elijah F. Silvey in 1852. Silvey built a halfway house and stock corral for travelers going from San Francisco or Benicia to Sacramento. A post office was established in 1854, along with stores, a . . . — — Map (db m29955) HM
52 ► California, Solano County, Fairfield — Burial Site of Chief Solano —
On Solano College Road 0.1 miles north of Oakwood Drive, on the left when traveling south.
In the vicinity of this plaque is the burial site of Chief Sem Yeto, christianized Francisco Solano. Chief of the Suisun Tribe "their word for west winds" sub-group of the Patwin Indians. The village was located near Rockville and . . . — — Map (db m30721) HM
53 ► California, Solano County, Fairfield — Rockville Station — In Search of the Pony Express - Station Marker —
On Suisun Valley Road at Rockville Road on Suisun Valley Road.
{Obverse:} Dedicated April 23, 1998 Rockville House Added Station Apr. 3, 1860 - Sep. 8, 1861 By Rockville Inn Floyd & Lillian Hembree Joseph C. Wolfskill Family Ramirez Towing - Rudy's Auto Body Solano #39 (NGSW) . . . — — Map (db m30619) HM
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54 ► California, Solano County, Fairfield — 779 — Rockville Stone Chapel —
On Suisun Valley Road, on the left when traveling north.
Erected by pioneers of Methodist Episcopal Church South with volunteer labor and donated funds. Cornerstone laid October 3, 1856. Dedicated February 1857. Site supplied by Landy and Sandy Alford. Chapel deteriorated by 1929 and deeded by the church . . . — — Map (db m16294) HM
55 ► California, Solano County, Fairfield — The Dunker House —
On Bridgeport Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
The Dunker House was built in 1900, in Bridgeport, now Cordelia and named for Henry Dunker, an early settler and carpenter from Germany. The Dunker family played a significant role in the area's development by running cattle and sheep, importing . . . — — Map (db m279375) HM
56 ► California, Solano County, Fairfield — Thompson's Corner Saloon - 1902 —
On Cordelia Road at Ritchie Road, on the right when traveling west on Cordelia Road.
Henry "Old Man" Studer and his brother Jim, built this community gathering spot. Studer was the proprietor of the oldest bar in Solano County, which he relocated here. Dancing and entertainment were available upstairs and local lore is that a . . . — — Map (db m26239) HM
57 ► California, Solano County, Fairfield — Vezér Family Vineyard —
On Mankas Corner Road at Clayton Road on Mankas Corner Road.
This site was originally constructed in 1860 as the Suisun Valley General Mercantile & original Pony Express station. The Vezer Family provides this facility for the enjoyment of the families of this wonderful valley and gives special . . . — — Map (db m25058) HM
58 ► California, Solano County, Rio Vista — Humphrey the Humpback Whale —
On Main Street near North Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
Donated to: Rio Vista Chamber of Commerce and City of Rio Vista to remember the visit of Humphrey the Humpback Whale Oct. 10, 1985 - Nov. 4, 1985 Humphrey the Humpback Whale, a mighty whale was he He swam into the Delta, to . . . — — Map (db m17189) HM
59 ► California, Solano County, Rio Vista — Pony Express River Steamer “New World” —
On Main Street near North Front Street.
[Front of Marker] Dedicated April 3, 1997 RIO VISTA by James Stretesky The Dutra Group Barrier Systems, Inc. Rio Vista Chamber of Commerce Pony Express Trail Association Sponsors are listed on bottom of base . . . — — Map (db m18276) HM
60 ► California, Solano County, Rio Vista — Rio Vista Waterfront Warehouses —
Near North Front Street.
At one time steamers made our town a daily port of call on their trips up and down the Sacramento River carrying goods to and from Rio Vista. To honor this history, existing elements of a once thriving industrial and commercial waterfront have . . . — — Map (db m185577) HM
61 ► California, Solano County, Rio Vista — Veterans of Foreign Wars —
On Main Street near North Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
In memory of veterans in the service of our country who gave of their lives that we might live free 30 May 1994 Rio Vista Post 11389 {Veterans' names on marker listed below:} Frank L. Kroutch, Cartland L. Lent, Louis L. Silva, . . . — — Map (db m17188) HM
62 ► California, Solano County, Suisun City — Suisun City —
Near Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
The name Suisun, meaning “west wind” originated with the Patwin Indians. In 1850 Curtis Wilson and John Baker became the first Americans to sail to this site. They were followed a year later by Josiah Wing who erected an embarcadero, . . . — — Map (db m54589) HM
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63 ► California, Solano County, Suisun City — The Hump —
On Rio Vista Road (State Highway 12) 3 miles west of State Highway 113, on the left when traveling west.
Here between 1942 and 1948, the painted ladies serviced the needs of our men from Travis AFB. Closed by order of an unsympathetic sheriff. — — Map (db m39344) HM
64 ► California, Solano County, Suisun City — Travis Air Force Base —
Near Kildeer Road south of California Highway 12.
Travis Air Force Base (AFB) was named for Brigadier General Robert F. Travis in April of 1951. This military installation has been the home to as many as 15,000 active military, reservist, and civilian personnel serving and working for . . . — — Map (db m185531) HM
65 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — "The Hospital" —
On Elizabeth St at Catherine Street, on the right when traveling north on Elizabeth St.
Built in 1886, The Walker House was later used as Vacaville's first general hospital from 1932 to 1946. Doctors Jenny, Stansbury, and Nurse Tillman handled maternity and minor surgery. The house was purchased by Gary R. Zadnik in 1972, and is . . . — — Map (db m113022) HM
66 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Barcar Building — 1897 —
On Main Street west of Dobbins Street, on the right when traveling east.
Two structures built by Raleigh Barcar, newspaper publisher and second owner of the Vacaville Reporter. Lower floor of the two-story brick building was for businesses. At one time it was Vacaville's fire station. Upper story was for offices and club . . . — — Map (db m113020) HM
67 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Built 1864 —
On Main Street at Elizabeth St, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
Originally constructed as a saloon by Richardson Long. After 1902 uses included a butcher shop and market. Has served as the Lopez Family Barbershop since 1940. — — Map (db m113021) HM
68 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Gillespie’s Store —
On Merchant Street at Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Merchant Street.
[Front of Marker:] IN SEARCH OF THE PONY EXPRESS STATION MARKER Dedicated April 23, 1997 GILLESPIE’S STORE Added Station Apr 23, 1860 – Sep 8, 1861 by Dave & Buff Fleming American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Vacaville . . . — — Map (db m16833) HM
69 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Lincoln Highway —
On 490 Merchant Street.
The Lincoln Highway is an iconic mishmash of roads across 13 states. Construction began in 1913. It was Carl Fisher's goal to make the most direct and safe route from coast to coast. The original route spanned more than 3,300 miles, from times . . . — — Map (db m272616) HM
70 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Nut Tree — An Historic Highway Landmark —
On East Monte Vista Avenue 0.1 miles west of Nut Tree Road.
Nut Tree began under a great black walnut tree as a ranch fruit stand on July 3, 1921. The founders, Edwin and Helen Power, pioneered highway merchandising and food service, creating a unique enterprise that symbolizes bountiful California. The Nut . . . — — Map (db m94545) HM
71 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — GPY 135-5 — Old Town Hall —
On East Main Street east of Davis Street.
The "Old Town Hall” is registered with the National Register of Historic Places. CALIFORNIA No. 78000799 It was built in 1907 as a joint Solano County and Vacaville City project to replace the old, rickety jail which had mysteriously fallen . . . — — Map (db m145174) HM
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72 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Peña Adobe Park — City of Vacaville —
Near Peña Adobe Road.
Dedicated to the Peña and Vaca families who in 1842 settled what became the Rancho Los Putos, choosing this valley for their homes. Pause and enjoy the heritage of the hills, lake and valley which the pioneers called Laguna. Bienvenidos . . . — — Map (db m14138) HM
73 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Pioneer Monument —
Near Pena Adobe Road.
This pioneer monument is dedicated to the people who brought civilization to Solano County – one of whom was Edwin Markham, the poet, who grew to manhood in this Lagoon Valley, rimmed by what he called his summer hills. Names of a few of the other . . . — — Map (db m14136) HM
74 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — 534 — Rancho Los Putos —
Near Pena Adobe Road.
This is the site of Rancho Los Putos of 10 square leagues granted in 1845 by Governor Pio Pico granted to Juan Felipe Peña and Manuel Cabeza Vaca. The Peña Adobe, erected here in 1842, is still owned by the descendants of the Pena-Vaca families. The . . . — — Map (db m10821) HM
75 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Site of First Business Building of Record — 1855 — Vacaville —
On Merchant Street at Main Street when traveling north on Merchant Street.
On this site once stood a two-story wooden structure built by E. F. Gillespie. It served as his general merchandise store until 1863. The Masonic Lodge was headquartered upstairs. The building was removed in 1897. — — Map (db m16838) HM
76 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — The Andrew Carnegie Public Library — 1915-1965 —
Near Main Street.
The Ulatis Book Club initiated an early effort in 1905 to obtain a Carnegie Library Building Fund Grant. This effort was taken over in 1910 by the Saturday Club, which campaigned to establish a library district under the jurisdiction of the . . . — — Map (db m16845) HM
77 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — The Odd Fellows Hall — Vacaville —
On Main Street near Davis Street, on the left when traveling east.
The Independent Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.,) Vacaville Lodge No. 83, re-built this structure of brick and cast-iron columns in 1889. The previous two building burned in 1877 and 1884. The earthquake of 1892 seriously damaged the front of the . . . — — Map (db m17636) HM
78 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — The Valley —
Near Peña Adobe Road east of Rivera Road.
Lagoon Valley with its hills and spring-fed lake, provided centuries of good living for the Ulatis Indians who found this valley very well suited for their survival. The hills were rich in oak trees, acorns, berries and herbs. Large game such . . . — — Map (db m162980) HM
79 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Triangle Building — 1898 — Vacaville —
On Merchant Street at Main Street on Merchant Street.
This two-story building with three storerooms on the first floor, 16 office rooms upstairs and a basement, was built for Charlotte A. Hutton. — — Map (db m16841) HM
80 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Uncle Burt's Tree —
On West Monte Vista Avenue at Eldridge Avenue, on the left when traveling west on West Monte Vista Avenue.
This famous Black Walnut tree has provided the nuts for starting over 100 walnut groves in California. It gave shade for travelers and their teams who enjoyed the Wykoff Ranch hospitality of the cool water well nearby. It is said to have been . . . — — Map (db m91457) HM
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81 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Unknown Pioneer Ranchers —
Near Lincoln Highway.
This monument is an expression of respect for the unknown pioneer ranchers of Solano County, and their families, who rest here in a common grave---. Dedicated by the City of Vacaville and Yerba Buena Chapter, E Clampus Vitus - April 27, 1974. — — Map (db m72906) HM
82 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — Walker Opera House —
On Main Street near School Street, on the right when traveling east.
Kentucky native Sidney Clay Walker crossed the plains in 1850 and in 1872 settled in the Vaca Valley where he eventually owned 1,200 acres. He was an organizer of the Vacaville Water and Light Company in the 1890's and in 1896 built this brick . . . — — Map (db m17661) HM
83 ► California, Solano County, Vacaville — William Gordon Huff — In Expression of Gratitude —
Near Pena Adobe Road.
In recognition for his continuous dedication to the preservation of western history through his world – renowned artistic endeavors: for expressing his love of the Order through the sculptured likeness of the men who have labored to preserve . . . — — Map (db m54590) HM
84 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — 24 Pounder from the USS Independence —
On 8th Street at Railroad Avenue, on the right when traveling east on 8th Street.
The Independence was built during the War of 1812 for service against Great Britain. She was the first ship-of-the-line, or vessel with 3 gun decks, in the United States Navy. In 1846 she came to the Pacific and participated in the capture of . . . — — Map (db m153494) HM
85 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — A Large Carved Eagle (Wood) —
On Walnut Avenue near 8th Street, on the right when traveling north.
The following entry appears in the official Shipyard Log of June 19, 1876: "A large carved Eagle (wood) was placed on the pediment of the office building today." No information is available as to the name of the artist, or the occasion for . . . — — Map (db m91586) HM
86 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — An Island Built of Mud —
Near Dump Road at Lawes Street.
Each year millions of tons of sediment wash out from the Central Valley through the Carquinez Strait and get deposited in the mudflats of the San Pablo and San Francisco bays. Because the docks on the opposite side of the island are a natural . . . — — Map (db m232402) HM
87 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — Battle Station Torpedo —
Near Mare Island Way south of Capitol Street, on the right when traveling north.
This memorial dedicated to the valiant officers and enlisted men who served in the United State submarines in World War II Dec. 7, 1944 to Sept. 1, 1945 Dedicated by the Vallejo Chapter United States Submarine Veterans of World War II . . . — — Map (db m218048) WM
88 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — Beyond These Sentry Houses —
On Azuar Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The two Sentry Houses before you mark the entrance to the Mare Island Naval Ammunition Depot, which was the United States' first naval arsenal in the Pacific. The Depot manufactured, stored, and transported munitions for the U.S. Navy from 1857 . . . — — Map (db m153855) HM
89 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — Carnegie Library — Vallejo Celebrates Its Downtown History —
On Sacramento Street at Virginia Street, on the left when traveling north on Sacramento Street.
In 1903, industrialist Andrew Carnegie offered $20,000 to erect a new public library in Vallejo. The donation was made with the provision that the city provide $2,000 each year for its operation. Dedicated on July 4, 1904, the library was located on . . . — — Map (db m100475) HM
90 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — Civil War - Unknown Dead Monument —
Near Sacramento Street at Valle Vista Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Erected to the Memory of the Unknown Dead 1861 - 1865 G.A.R. — — Map (db m113190) WM
91 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — 24 — Craven-Voss House —
On Virginia Street near Sutter Street, on the right when traveling west.
This Classical Revival residence is a exceptional local example of mid-19th century architecture. It was built in 1869 for Rear-Admiral Thomas Tingey Craven, former Commandant of Mare Island Naval Shipyard. The house was purchased in 1977 by Arvel . . . — — Map (db m100489) HM
92 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — 16 — D.C. Madam's House —
On Capitol Street near Napa Street, on the right when traveling east.
This Greco-Italianate residence was constructed by Thomas B. Elder in the 1870s on this site which John B. Frisbie obtained by patent from President Andrew Johnson. The home was restored in the 1970s by John and Ruth Derry. Plaque . . . — — Map (db m100467) HM
93 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — Empress Theater — Vallejo Celebrates Its Downtown History —
On Virginia Street near Marin Street, on the right when traveling west.
Built in 1911 it was to be "...one of the prettiest small theaters on the coast". Admission to vaudeville acts was 10¢ to 30¢. The theater underwent frequent name changes, including The Fox Senator. By the 1920s musical comedies and . . . — — Map (db m100477) HM
94 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — First Catholic Church —
On Marin Street near Virginia Street, on the left when traveling north.
On August 19, 1855, the first Catholic Church in Vallejo was dedicated on this site. — — Map (db m100465) HM
95 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — 751 — First U.S. Naval Station In The Pacific —
On Tennessee Street at Mare Island Way, on the left when traveling west on Tennessee Street.
Mare Island Navy Yard was established September 16, 1854, by the then Commander David G. Farragut, USN. Site selected in 1852 by a commission headed by Commodore John D. Sloat, USN. Mare Island had the Navy's first shipyard, ammunition depot, . . . — — Map (db m35020) HM
96 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — First Wireless Station
On Club Drive, on the right when traveling south. Reported missing.
On a hill 300 feet south of this point, the first naval wireless station on the Pacific Coast was erected in 1904. Plaque erected in Sept 1954 — — Map (db m26010) HM
97 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — Fourth Marine Division Memorial —
On Eighth Street west of Railroad Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In honor and memory of all members of the Fourth Marine Division 1943 thru 1945 4 Roi-Namur Saipan Tinian Iwo Jima "Where Uncommon Valor Was a Common Virtue" Dedicated by the Ray Marine Chapter #31 of . . . — — Map (db m91516) WM
98 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — German Marder and Torpedo —
On 8th Street west of Railroad Avenue.
This German Marder ("Pine Marten") and torpedo was captured during World War II and donated to Mare Island in 1947. Developed and used sparingly by the German Navy, they were used in the English Channel and Mediterranean. They were not considered . . . — — Map (db m91483) HM
99 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — H.B.M. Centurian Anchor —
Near 8th Street.
Anchor from H.B.M. Ship Centurian which was lost in 1742 at Jaun Fernandez Island Robinson Crusoe's Island Recovered by the U.S.S. Lackawanna May 1882 — — Map (db m152987) HM
100 ► California, Solano County, Vallejo — Hunter Memorial Promenade —
Near Harbor Way.
This promenade was given to the people of Vallejo by Alena Maude Hunter in loving memory of her father, James, a prospector at Bidwell's Bar during the Gold Rush of 1849, and a pioneer rancher in this area. — — Map (db m152680) HM

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