Wolfskill Grant
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heringermr
N 38° 30.279 W 121° 58.830
10S E 588893 N 4262301
California Registered Historical Landmark #804
Waymark Code: WM1MWD
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/03/2007
Views: 51
In 1842, John R. Wolfskill arrived here, laden with fruit seeds and cuttings. A true horticulturist, he became the father of the fruit industry in this region. In 1937 his daughter, Mrs. Frances Wolfskill Taylor Wilson, bequeathed 107.28 acres to the University of California for an experimental farm. The university's research at this portion of Rancho Río de los Putos has enriched the state's horticultural industry.
Marker Number: 804.00
Marker Name: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA EXPERIMENTAL FARM, WOLFSKILL GRANT
County: Solano
Has Official CA Plaque: yes
Marker Dedication Date: 05/30/1966
Location:
University of California Experimental Farm, Putah Creek Rd, 1.5 mi SW of Winters
Website: [Web Link]
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