Historical Markers of Washoe County & Reno
Location: Sparks Directions: Along B Street near the intersection with Pyramid Way (SR 445)
N 39° 32.084 W 119° 45.207
Date Conquered: 9/23/07 Nearest intersection: Pyramid Way (SR 445) Quick Description: A marker honoring the influence of Chinese peoples in Nevada. Signed: No -- Historically, this marker was never signed. Marker History: No doubt, the SHPO had help in the construction of [29] Chinese in Nevada! The erection date of this marker around 1995 (estimation) coincided with a Chinese festival at the time that honored the Chinese people and their contributions to Nevada. Prior to the festival, the Sparks City Council with the help from the SHPO, designed a unique historic marker that could accommodate the honorary Chinese and with it, a brand-new addition to the State Marker Program. [29] is certainly unique - a true eyegrabber from commuters cruising down B Street in Sparks' Victorian Square. This is the only marker in Nevada written in 2 languages! Notice the impressive gold enlay over the marble. Full Description: Exact description as reads ... This honors the heroism and hardwork of the thousands of Chinese who played a major role in the history of Nevada. From across the Pacific, the Chinese came to California during the Gold Rush of 49 and on to the mountains and desert of this state where they built railroads, cut timber and performed countless humble tasks. Sizeable Chinese communities grew up here in Virginia City and other towns. Their contribution to the progress of the state in its first century will be forever remembered by all Nevadans. Look carefully and you might notice [189] in the far left center. This location was an ideal choice for the SHPO that allows hunters to bag three markers in a span of a few minutes! Park here along Victorian Avenue and conquer [169], [29], then cross Pyramid Way for [189].
Marker History: No doubt, the SHPO had help in the construction of [29] Chinese in Nevada! The erection date of this marker around 1995 (estimation) coincided with a Chinese festival at the time that honored the Chinese people and their contributions to Nevada. Prior to the festival, the Sparks City Council with the help from the SHPO, designed a unique historic marker that could accommodate the honorary Chinese and with it, a brand-new addition to the State Marker Program. [29] is certainly unique - a true eyegrabber from commuters cruising down B Street in Sparks' Victorian Square. This is the only marker in Nevada written in 2 languages! Notice the impressive gold enlay over the marble. Full Description: Exact description as reads ... This honors the heroism and hardwork of the thousands of Chinese who played a major role in the history of Nevada. From across the Pacific, the Chinese came to California during the Gold Rush of 49 and on to the mountains and desert of this state where they built railroads, cut timber and performed countless humble tasks. Sizeable Chinese communities grew up here in Virginia City and other towns. Their contribution to the progress of the state in its first century will be forever remembered by all Nevadans. Look carefully and you might notice [189] in the far left center. This location was an ideal choice for the SHPO that allows hunters to bag three markers in a span of a few minutes! Park here along Victorian Avenue and conquer [169], [29], then cross Pyramid Way for [189].
Full Description: Exact description as reads ... This honors the heroism and hardwork of the thousands of Chinese who played a major role in the history of Nevada. From across the Pacific, the Chinese came to California during the Gold Rush of 49 and on to the mountains and desert of this state where they built railroads, cut timber and performed countless humble tasks. Sizeable Chinese communities grew up here in Virginia City and other towns. Their contribution to the progress of the state in its first century will be forever remembered by all Nevadans. Look carefully and you might notice [189] in the far left center. This location was an ideal choice for the SHPO that allows hunters to bag three markers in a span of a few minutes! Park here along Victorian Avenue and conquer [169], [29], then cross Pyramid Way for [189].
This honors the heroism and hardwork of the thousands of Chinese who played a major role in the history of Nevada. From across the Pacific, the Chinese came to California during the Gold Rush of 49 and on to the mountains and desert of this state where they built railroads, cut timber and performed countless humble tasks. Sizeable Chinese communities grew up here in Virginia City and other towns. Their contribution to the progress of the state in its first century will be forever remembered by all Nevadans. Look carefully and you might notice [189] in the far left center. This location was an ideal choice for the SHPO that allows hunters to bag three markers in a span of a few minutes! Park here along Victorian Avenue and conquer [169], [29], then cross Pyramid Way for [189].
Sizeable Chinese communities grew up here in Virginia City and other towns. Their contribution to the progress of the state in its first century will be forever remembered by all Nevadans. Look carefully and you might notice [189] in the far left center. This location was an ideal choice for the SHPO that allows hunters to bag three markers in a span of a few minutes! Park here along Victorian Avenue and conquer [169], [29], then cross Pyramid Way for [189].
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