#0743 Jack London State Historic Park

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#0743 Jack London State Historic Park

Site information:

At the end of London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen

The landmark commemorates the entirety of the park, not just the building.

38.356607,-122.540863

Plaque information:

State plaque

West of the parking lot in the State Historic Park, end of London Ranch Road

Plaque text:

Jack London Historical State Park

This is the 'House of Happy Walls,' built in 1919 by Charmian K. London in memory of her husband, Jack London, renowned author. Here are housed many of his works and the collection gathered in their travels throughout the world. Charmian's house, the ruins of Jack's 'Wolf House,' and his grave were presented in 1960 to the State of California by his nephew, Irving Shepard.

Dedicated by the California State Park Commission in cooperation with the citizens of Sonoma County, September 24, 1960.

Registered 7/5/1960

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