Moon Room Map
Location: 38.5919847, -121.1600571 Tags: – historic: building – name: Moon Room
Historic Landmarks
Sacramento’s rich and layered history is etched into its architecture, monuments, and preserved sites. Across the city, visitors can explore historic landmarks that reflect Sacramento’s role as a political, cultural, and economic center of California through the centuries.
From civic monuments honoring pioneers, veterans, and civil rights figures, to preserved 19th- and early 20th-century buildings, these historic sites tell stories of resilience, innovation, and transformation. Some stand proudly in public squares, while others are tucked into quieter neighborhoods each offering a glimpse into the city’s evolving identity. One notable site includes a preserved fort that provides insight into early frontier life and Sacramento’s strategic importance during the Gold Rush era.
Sutter’s Fort Map
Location: 38.5723187, -121.4712114 Sutter’s Fort is one of the most iconic and historically significant landmarks in Sacramento. Originally established in the 1830s by Swiss immigrant John Sutter, the fort was a vital center for...
Sacramento County WWI Veterans Memoral Map
Location: 38.5369617, -121.4934162 The Sacramento County WWI Veterans Memorial is a solemn tribute to local servicemen who fought in the First World War. Located in a public park or veterans plaza, this monument typically...
Charles Swanston Memorial Map
Location: 38.5403148, -121.5033579 The Charles Swanston Memorial honors a prominent Sacramento agriculturalist and businessman of the early 20th century. Swanston helped modernize farming practices in the region and played a role in developing infrastructure...
Stanley Mosk Map
Location: 38.576938, -121.4958407 The Stanley Mosk Memorial commemorates one of California’s most influential legal figures. Justice Stanley Mosk served as a California Supreme Court justice for nearly four decades, shaping progressive legal thought and...
U.S.S. California Map
Location: 38.5762128, -121.4917713 The U.S.S. California memorial in Sacramento pays homage to the battleship and its crew, particularly those who served during World War II. The ship played a crucial role in the Pacific...
Bishop Alfonso Gallegos Map
Location: 38.5786101, -121.4926861 The monument dedicated to Bishop Alfonso Gallegos honors a beloved figure in Sacramento’s religious and civic life. Known for his work with marginalized communities, especially Latino and immigrant populations, Bishop Gallegos...
Spanish War Veterans Map
Location: 38.5762731, -121.4919138 The Spanish War Veterans Memorial in Sacramento pays tribute to those who served during the Spanish-American War of 1898. This monument is typically modest in size but carries deep symbolic value,...
Lover’s Tree Map
Location: 38.5445516, -121.4340434
Navigator Monument Map
Location: 38.5592012, -121.26189 The Navigator Monument is a public sculpture and historic tribute located near Sacramento’s waterfront. It honors the many navigators, explorers, and pioneers who traversed California’s rivers during the state’s early settlement...
