#0492 Buttonwillow Tree
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#0492 Buttonwillow Tree
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Private plaquePlaque text:
Buttonwillow TreeA lone tree landmark on an old trans-valley trail. It was an ancient Yokuts Indian meeting place, later a location for white stock rodeos. Miller and Lux established their headquarters and store here about 1885. The town of Buttonwillow takes its name from this old tree and rodeo grounds.
Dedicated February 24, 1952. Marker placed by Kern County Historical Society, Kern County Museum.
Registered 10/8/1951