Guidebook
NO. 143 MARSHALL MONUMENT - In 1887 the State of California purchased the site for a monument to commemorate James Marshall, who in 1848 discovered gold near Coloma. Marshall's discovery started the 'gold rush,' that westward trek of Argonauts that marked a turning point in California history. The figure of Marshall atop the monument is pointing to the place of discovery on the South Fork of the American River.
Location
310 Back Street -- Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, Coloma
Open Map
NO. 143 MARSHALL MONUMENT -
NO. 143 MARSHALL MONUMENT -
NO. 143 MARSHALL MONUMENT -
NO. 143 MARSHALL MONUMENT - Plaque
NO. 143 MARSHALL MONUMENT - Marshall's Cabin