The Landmark Project: CHL# 202

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CHL# 202 SILVERADO

Located in Cañada de la Madera (Timber Canyon) was a mining boomtown founded in 1878 when silver was discovered nearby. During the colorful life of its boom, 1878-1881, miners flocking to the area established a thriving community, served daily by stage from Los Angeles and Santa Ana.

Descriptions of each landmark are from the California Office of Historical Preservation website.

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