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Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park
Built in 1895, this hydroelectric powerhouse was one of the first places in the country to generate electricity from running water.
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Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park Details
Built in 1895, this hydroelectric powerhouse was one of the first places in the country to generate electricity from running water. This was a major technological advancement for the 19th-century, especially considering each of the transformers can conduct anywhere from 800 to 11,000 volts of electricity. The water is obtained by a dam that sits along the American River. The powerhouse is open to the public, although tours need to be arranged in advance.
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Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
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State Indian Museum
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