Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
When James W. Marshall discovered gold here in 1848, it created a frenzy that would forever change the shape of Californias history.
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Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Details
When James W. Marshall discovered gold here in 1848, it created a frenzy that would forever change the shape of Californias history. At the time, he was just a sawmill operator working at Sutter’s Mill when he found flecks of 23 karat gold, setting off what we now know as the California Gold Rush. The 576-acre park is also home to the Gold Discovery Museum and American River Nature Center. You can also take 15-minute gold pining lessons, where you will have your own opportunity to relive Marshalls discovery of finding real gold flakes in the park.
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