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Wellington Nevada

Wellington Nevada

Wellington Nevada Overview

Following the mining boom in the Aurora District in 1860, a bridge was built across the West Walker River and a stage station/trading center was established.

In 1863, Daniel Wellington bought interests, and the place became known as “Wellington’s Station.”

Category

  • Ranching/Farming
  • Trail/Road

Marker Type

Blue marker

Nevada Historical Marker Number

Wellington Nevada is Nevada Historical Marker #74.

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County

Lyon County, Nevada

GPS Coordinates

38.751930, -119.370536

Nevada Historical Marker Transcription

Following the mining boom in the Aurora District in 1860, Jack Wright and Leonard Hamilton built a bridge across the West Walker River and established a stage station at this location.  Wagons and stages were repaired and horses shod.  The station soon became a trading center for nearby ranches and farms.

In 1863, Daniel Wellington bought Wright and Hamilton’s interests and the place became known as “Wellington’s Station”.  The Wellington Hotel, located about a half mile south of the station, was constructed by wagonmaster Zadok Pierce in 1875.  Over the years it has served as a livery stable, freight station, general store, and post office.

STATE HISTORICAL MARKER NO.  74

STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE

SPONSORED BY THE GROSO & SILVA FAMILIES

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