Necklace of Lights - Oakland, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
N 37° 48.442 W 122° 15.527
10S E 565246 N 4184700
A plaque in Lake Merritt.
Waymark Code: WMQZDE
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 04/18/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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"With the foresight and leadership of the Lake Merritt Breakfast Club original sponsor of Children Fairyland and the inspiration of Emelyn K Jewett, the Necklace of Lights around Lake Merritt has been restored and is dedicated to the people of Oakland and surrounding communities, with special thanks to the many individuals, businesses, organizations, the City of Oakland, county and state agencies to make the Necklace of Lights a reality and serves as a reminder to future generations that an Oakland landmark was saved and once again reflects the beauty of man's partnership with nature."
Group that erected the marker: City of Oakland

Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
666 Bellevue
Oakland, CA USA


URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed

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