History of the Coloma-Lotus Area
We hope you enjoy this collection of stories and articles written about the history of the Coloma-Lotus area and El Dorado County. The focus is on James Marshall's discovery of gold in the South Fork of the American River, on January 24, 1848, that caused the 1849 California Gold Rush. If you have an article you'd like to share with our readers, please contact us.
1848 Gold Discovery & 1849 Gold Rush
Articles about the Gold Discovery of 1848 and the 1849 California Gold Rush.
History of the Chinese in Coloma
Immigrants from China came to America during the Gold Rush and contributed to the development of California during the 1800s.
After the Gold Rush
Stories and articles about the Coloma-Lotus area after the California Gold Rush died away.
Farming & Wineries: A Proud Local Legacy
After the Gold Rush, Coloma Valley families turned to farming, with far more success than had the miners. Today, local farms, orchards, ranches, and wineries produce fresh produce, olive oil, and wine, continuing a long heritage.
Photographs of Coloma in 1947
Six detailed views of Coloma landmarks in 1947, from the Eastman Originals Collection.
