Sutter Buttes State Park
In 1841, Swiss builder John Sutter constructed a two-story adobe fort and started a settlement he referred to as New Helvetia (New Switzerland).
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Sutter Buttes State Park Details
In 1841, Swiss builder John Sutter constructed a two-story adobe fort and started a settlement he referred to as New Helvetia (New Switzerland). Once gold was discovered in 1848 by James W. Marshall at the nearby Sutter’s Mill (which was also owned by Sutter), it was abandoned as miners fled in hopes of striking it rich. Although it was left in ruins for almost 50 years, the Native Sons of the Golden West organization restored it to almost original condition. It was then transferred to the state and opened as a state park. The fort itself can be rented for special events, such as weddings and family gatherings.
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