Colton Hall MuseumHistorical Landmark
351 Pacific Street
(between Madison and Jefferson streets)
Monterey, CA
93940
Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf
Nearest Train: Fisherman's Wharf Shuttle stopPhone: +1 831 646 5648
Fax: +1 831 646 3917
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Way back in 1849, when Monterey was the first capital of California, this white stone building was used as a place to hold town meetings. It was also a public school, and later a jail was added to the building. The very first Constitution for California was drafted here (after a vitriolic debate). Now the place serves as a museum to educate visitors about Monterey's past. Admission is free, so come spend an afternoon and take in the history.2 ¢/min and up – call home from over 100 countries!http://travel.comfi.com/Best Value. Best Escape. – Escape to Tampa Bay! Click here for Deals!http://www.visittampabay.comAlaska – it’s HOT! Get a FREE Official Alaska Travel Guide today.TravelAlaska.comdisabled access.
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I loved going to the museum! I learned a lot about my town. So much history and things that I would ...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 30 2005