Magnus berglund, book seller abebooks sutter creek, ca. Full of california history and nostalgia, sutter creek offers a quaint and cultural experience, easy parking, and a lot of wine tasting. So excited to have strolled on a friday night to discover the sign outside this place tours 2nd sat of every month. Amazing slice of blacksmithing history in downtown sutter creek. History of the sutter creek guard, california militia 18641866 this history was completed in 1940 by the works progress administration wpa in conjunction with the california national guard and the california state library. Sutter creek genealogy in amador county, ca usa 1,060,369 california 29,650 amador county 212 sutter creek 26. A history by kevin starr, the library book by susan orlean, island of the blue dolphins by scott odell. We have compiled the ultimate database of phone numbers from around the state and country to help you locate. In acapulco, mexico, the property that used to belong to john aug ustus s utter jr. Sutter creek, california images of america series by. The town is named for the famous john sutter, whose discovery of gold at coloma started the rush. Downtown sutter creek, ca a wonderful balance of old and. Sutter creek, california is an ideal destination for folks who simply want to get away from the hustle and bustle of day to day life.
Sutters discovery of gold at nearby coloma in january 1848 triggered the california gold rush. Our wine tours are led by local guides to help plan an exceptional and fun day in amador wine country. The community takes its name from nearby sutter creek, which in turn has the name of prospector john sutter. Between 1848 and 1849, whispers of gold in california became a roar. Wildman mine, sutter creek amador county, california. This page primarily lists records kept at the city level. Additional records are listed on the county and state pages. On january 24, 1848, james wilson marshall, a carpenter originally from new jersey, found flakes of gold in the american river at the base of the sierra nevada mountains near coloma, california. Location in central california about 31 miles from folsom.
Comprehensive california gold rush history, including counties, cities, historic and current photos, maps, sights, lodging, restaurants, shopping, wineries, golf, recreation, real estate, coupons. The history of california in this book is interesting and a good source of learning material. Main street offers a variety of restaurants, morning coffee, and unique shopping experiences. The discovery of gold nuggets in the sacramento valley in early 1848 sparked the california gold rush, arguably one of the most significant. Sutter creek public works sutter creek, california. It was this area near the creek, which runs behind city hall, that became the site of new and permanent settlement. Among these camps, nestled in a small valley, was sutter creek. California history calaveras county murphys murphys grammar school built 1860. All group meetings are suspended until further notice. The gold rush was on, and thousands established rough camps in the western foothills of the sierra nevada. Sutter creek real estate sutter creek ca homes for sale. Sutter creek in amador county features gold country hotels, bed and breakfasts, restaurants, shops and events. It was hard rock mining more than placer mining that helped the town to boom.
Sutter creeks rich history includes many famous names like sutter himself, but the story is in complete without mentioning two names, first, hetty green the one time richest woman in the world and owner of the old eureka mine, whos tailings are all that remain for tourists to see today. Digitized by the history office, camp san luis obispo, 10 january 2015. A farmhousestyle, yet elegant restaurant is featured at this gold country hotel. We even have a certified sommelier on staff if you are looking for a deeper dive. The city of sutter cre e k, califor nia is also named after him. This book is highly recommend to all the people of california.
Discover sutter creek, california with the help of your friends. The california gold rush was sparked by the discovery of gold nuggets in the sacramento valley in early 1848 and was arguably one of the most significant events to. Established in 1842, john sutters hock farm was the first largescale agricultural settlement in northern california, composed of grain, cattle, orchards and vineyards. Welcome to sutter creek california hwy 49 gold rush. The population was 2,501 at the 2010 census, up from 2,303 at the 2000 census.
Fee wifi and free parking is provided with each restored room. Days inn by wyndham sutter creek is offering accommodations in sutter creek. It is an amazing book that expertly tells the history of the amazing state of california. Other nearby communities include amador city, plymouth and ione. This book is highly recommend to adults and teachers that teach the history of california. Th e sutter buttes, a mountain range near yuba city, cal ifornia, and sutter coun ty, california of which yuba city is the seat are named after him as. An ideal way to get a sense of the culture of a new place is to plunge yourself in its history. Masonic and odd fellows hall in sutter creek amador county california. The areas natural beauty can be seen at minnie provis park and bryson park, while sutter creek theater and johns gallery are cultural highlights.
Founded in 1848 by captain jon sutter, sutter creek played a starring role in californias golden history. Sutter creek white pages phone books in california ca. Sutter creek ca california gold country town amador. Peter fish, of sunset magazine, wrote that sutter creek is the best town in the gold country a main street lined with balconied 19thcentury buildings. Sinister ghost at the sutter creek inn, or just a lost soul. Whoever you are, wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome here. Marshall finds gold at sutters mill near sacramento. Choose from lots of historic hotels deals in sutter creek and save with expedia. The historic town of sutter creek is just one mile away. History of the sutter creek guard, california militia 1864. Sutter creek is named after john sutter, the man who hired james marshall and put him to task on the sawmill in coloma where gold was discovered. Sutter creek lodging specials the foxes inn amador. If you wish to use your credit card, use the abe ecommerce.
The bulk of the territory was deeded by the mexican government to the countys namesake, john sutter. Knight foundry sutter creek 2020 all you need to know. Originally built in the 1880s, overlooking the famous riverwalk. Sutter as early as 1844, had in pursuit of timber, established whipsawing pits and an outdoor manufacturing business named pine woods. Each book within the series is a standalone story and may be read without having read the other stories first. Sutter creek about us california gold country town. Pages community organization religious organization creekside united.
Sutter creek california profile and resource guide. Various estimates of the native american population in california during the preeuropean period range from 100,000 to 300,000. Get instant criminal history, financial history, addresses and contact info. Sutter creek white pages sutter creek phone directory lookup. Steeped in history, the hotel sutter hosts visitors from all over the region, state and world, who want to experience the historical landmarks, outdoor recreational activities, awardwinning wineries and quaint restaurants and boutiques that abound in sutter creek, and. Different tribes of native americans lived in the area that is now california for an estimated,000 to 15,000 years.
The city of sutter creek is located in the state of ca. In a rural area, hanford house inn is in an area with good shopping. Sutter creek california trinity episcopal church sutter. Shop, dine, slumber, stroll, wine taste, and enjoy the quaint atmosphere of amador county. Search our online phone book to find phone numbers, addresses, and more. Ione valley, one of the most beautiful in california, is situated about twelve miles west of the countyseat, and is formed by a junction of dry creek, sutter creek and. Sutter creek is conveniently located just 45 miles south east of sacramento make it the perfect place to live and play.
Steeped in history, the hotel sutter hosts visitors from all over the region, state and world, who want to experience the historical landmarks, outdoor recreational activities, awardwinning wineries and quaint restaurants and boutiques that abound in sutter creek, and throughout the gold country towns of amador county. Sutter creek history sutter creek, known as the jewel of the mother lode, was named after john sutter, who sent a party to the area in 1846 in search of timber. Sutter creek formerly spelled sutters creek and suttercreek. His discovery of gold at nearby coloma in january of the year 1848 triggered. Sutter logged this area for awhile before heading back to his fort. Pin by cjh on sutter creek history amador county, sutter. Sunday services at 11 am sunday school available also at 11. It is one the newest banquet facilities locals book for weddings. The gold rush started at sutters mill near coloma on january 24 i have a great uncle and aunt who died here in coloma, ca. Sutter creek is ideally situated in the heart of the sierra foothill wine country. This 2star hotel offers a 24hour front desk and a concierge service. Sutter creek is set like a diamond in the heart of the amador wine country and is the very essence of a california gold country town. We are partnered with amador vintners association, wine on 49, and the amador council of toursim to promote and share the best of amador county. Book top historic hotels in sutter creek, california from.
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