MARSHALL GOLD DISCOVERY STATE HISTORICAL PARK (COLOMA, CALIFORNIA)

The gold discovery site is one of the most significant historic sites in the nation.  James W. Marshall found shining flecks of gold in the tailrace of the sawmill he was building for himself and John Sutter. This discovery in 1848 changed the course of California”s and the nation”s history.  See a replica of the original sawmill and over 20 historic buildings including mining, house, school, and store exhibits.  Visitors have the opportunity to try panning for gold in the American River.

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