National Register of Historic Places

Sugg House

Sonora, Tuolumne County, California
Listed
September 12, 1984
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
84001210

About this property

Sugg House, also known as Sugg House Antiques, and the Sugg/McDonald House, is a historic building and former residence in Sonora, California. It was built in 1857 during the California gold rush by William Sugg, a freed Black slave. Several changes have been made to the structure in the 19th century. For 125 years the Sugg–McDonald family lived in the same house. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since September 13, 1984, for its architecture and contributions to Black history; has been a California Historical Landmark since September 13, 1984; and it contains a historical marker which was erected 2003 by E Clampus Vitus.

Location

37 Theall St.
Sonora, Tuolumne County, California
37.98372, -120.38143

Categories

BLACKARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

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When was Sugg House listed on the National Register?

Sugg House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 12, 1984.

What type of historic resource is Sugg House?

Sugg House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Sugg House?

The period of significance for Sugg House is recorded as the industrial era.

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