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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM7B3_astronomical-observatory_Volcano-CA.html
Here in Volcano in 1860, miner and amateur astronomer George Madeira built California's first astronomical observatory of record and operated it for two years. Using a three inch refractory telescope he studied sun and moon, stars and planets, and…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM7AN_volcano_Volcano-CA.html
[Larger Marker]:Started 1848 by soldiers of Colonel Stevenson's Regiment. Named by miners because of apparent volcanic appearance. Here the first California rental library, 1850, was established. And one of the first "Little Theaters" founded by t…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM6T0_general-store_Volcano-CA.html
In continuous use since 1852. Built of Volcano brick and native limestone. Originally two stores: The Sacramento (left) owned by Mandelbaum & Klauber; Charles Burleson's store (right). Burleson bought the Sacramento, 1861; joined stores in rear. L…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5R6_moose-milk_Volcano-CA.html
This plaque is in memory of the pioneers of California who assembled in Volcano where Moose Milk was originated.
Dedicated this 13th day of January, 1951 by E Clampus Vitus.
[A rededication marker, just below the main one, reads]:Rededicated…