Keep Folsom Historic

 Hey there, welcome to my blog where I share some interesting facts and stories about California's history. Today I want to tell you about the history of the Natoma company in Folsom, CA, which played a major role in the development of the region. The Natoma company was founded in 1853 by a group of miners who wanted to build a water ditch that would supply water for their gold mining operations. The ditch, which was named the Natoma Ditch, started near the Salmon Falls Bridge and reached Folsom, which was then called Granite City. The ditch cost around $175,000 to build and was one of the first large-scale water projects in California . The Natoma company also engaged in other activities, such as granite quarrying, agriculture, vineyards, hydro-electric power and helping to build Folsom Prison and the historic Folsom Powerhouse. The company acquired 9,000 acres of land from the estate of Joseph L. Folsom, who was a captain in Stevenson's Regiment and a pioneer of the Sacrament...

 Hi everyone, welcome back to my blog! Today I want to share with you my experience of visiting Sutter Street in Folsom, CA. If you are looking for a place to enjoy some history, culture, and delicious food, then you should definitely check out this charming street in the heart of downtown Folsom. Sutter Street is named after John Sutter, a pioneer who established a colony and a fort in the Sacramento area in the 1840s. He was also involved in the discovery of gold at his mill, which sparked the California Gold Rush. You can learn more about his life and legacy at the Folsom History Museum, which is located on Sutter Street. The museum also features exhibits on the Native American, Chinese, and African American communities that contributed to Folsom's development. Another attraction on Sutter Street is the Folsom Railroad Museum, which showcases the history of railroads in Folsom and California. You can see vintage locomotives, cars, and memorabilia, as well as a replica of the fir...

 The history of Folsom Prison If you are a fan of Johnny Cash, you probably know his famous song "Folsom Prison Blues" and his live album "At Folsom Prison". But do you know the history behind the walls of Folsom State Prison, one of California's oldest and most notorious prisons? Folsom Prison is located in Folsom, California, about 20 miles northeast of Sacramento. It was built in 1878 as a branch prison for San Quentin, which was overcrowded and unable to handle the influx of criminals during the Gold Rush era. Folsom was designed to be a maximum-security prison, with thick granite walls, iron doors, and no plumbing or heating. The cells were 8 by 7 feet, with only six holes at the bottom for ventilation and an 8 by 2 inch slot for viewing. Folsom was also the first prison in the country to have electric lights, installed in 1893. The prison also had its own hydroelectric plant, which powered not only the prison but also the nearby town of Folsom. The prison ...

  Hi there, fellow train enthusiasts! Today I want to share with you some fascinating facts about the history of trains in Folsom, CA. Folsom is a city that has a rich and diverse heritage, and trains played a big role in its development and growth. Let's take a look at some of the milestones and achievements that make Folsom a train lover's paradise. Folsom was named after Captain Joseph Libbey Folsom, who was a West Point graduate and a quartermaster in San Francisco. He bought a large estate east of John Sutter's land grant, which included the site of Granite City, a mining town. He hired Theodore Judah, a railway engineer and surveyor, to lay out a new town that he called Folsom. Judah was also hired by Charles Lincoln Wilson, who owned a steamship company, a toll road, and bridges, to design and build the Sacramento Valley Railroad, the first passenger railroad in California. The Sacramento Valley Railroad ran from Sacramento to Folsom, a distance of 22 miles. It made ...

 If you are looking for a scenic and historic destination in California, you might want to check out Folsom. Folsom is a city in Sacramento County, about 25 miles northeast of Sacramento. It is best known for its namesake prison, Folsom State Prison, which inspired the famous song "Folsom Prison Blues" by Johnny Cash. But there is more to Folsom than its prison. Here are some of the attractions and activities you can enjoy in Folsom. One of the most popular attractions in Folsom is Folsom Lake, a reservoir formed by Folsom Dam on the American River. Folsom Lake offers a variety of recreational opportunities, such as boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, biking, camping and picnicking. You can also visit the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, which encompasses over 19,000 acres of land and water around the lake. The recreation area has several trails, beaches, boat ramps and campgrounds for visitors to explore. Another attraction in Folsom is the Historic District, which is loca...

 The History of Folsom, CA Folsom is a city in Sacramento County, California, that has a rich and diverse history. From its origins as a home for Native American tribes, to its role in the gold rush and the development of the railroad and electricity, to its modern status as a thriving community with a high quality of life, Folsom has always been a place of innovation and opportunity. The first inhabitants of the area that is now Folsom were the Southern Maidu and Nisenan indigenous people, who lived in harmony with the land and the resources of the American River. They were later joined by other tribes, such as the Miwok and Washoe, who traded and intermarried with them. The native people had a sophisticated culture and a deep respect for nature, which they expressed through their art, music, ceremonies and stories. The arrival of European explorers and settlers in the early 19th century disrupted the native way of life and brought diseases, conflicts and displacement. The most si...