The grave monuments are exceptionally varied in their design and are fine representations of gravestone art and symbolism

NEVADA COUNTY, CA (MPG) - The Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is pleased to announce the Nevada County Board of Supervisors has designated the North San Juan Protestant Cemetery, located at 27994 Cemetery Alley in North San Juan, as Nevada County Historical Landmark NEV 21-04.

An integral part of the early community on the San Juan Ridge, the Protestant Cemetery was founded in 1851. The oldest known gravestone is from 1853, but burials are thought to have begun on the property as early as 1850. The cemetery holds the remains of hundreds of individuals representing people from all around the area including Birchville, Cherokee, Sweetland, and North Columbia. 

The grave monuments are exceptionally varied in their design and are fine representations of gravestone art and symbolism. The beautiful tree-covered property is easy to access, well maintained, and is one of the best examples of nineteenth century Gold Rush burial customs and history; the Commission highly recommends stopping by for a stroll.

The purpose of the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission is to promote the general welfare of Nevada County and its citizens through official recognition, recording, marking, preserving, and promoting the historical resources of Nevada County.