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Historical Attractions

    Susanville have many historic buildings in uptown for visitors to see.  Take a walk through this historic town...

    One of the main attractions is the Elks Lodge which was started in 1884 but not completed until 1887 due to the depression of that time.

    Roop's Fort is registered with the California State Historical Resources Commission, Landmark #76 and is located next to the Lassen Historical Museum on North Weatherlow St.

    The St. Francis Hotel, located on the corner of Main Street and Union Street was built in 1914.  It was the former site of the Magnolia Hotel, which in the mid 1860's housed various administrative functions of Lassen County until a courthouse was built.

    The Old Torrey Drug Building was founded in 1921 and now houses Johnson's Shoes.  It was the previous site of the Owl Saloon during the turn of the century and where one could find Shorty Douglas, a gentleman who provided local character, presiding at the bar.

    The Pioneer Saloon has been at it's present location since 1862 and is the oldest business in Northeastern California.  It is the location where Plumas and Lassen officials made peace after the Sagebrush War.

    The Grand Cafe is right next door and was established in 1909 by Kwan Wong, a Chinese man whose cafe specialized in American cuisine.  The cafe originally was in the rear of the Pioneer but later moved next door into the newly constructed "Wee Wee" building in 1912, where is remains today.  In December of 1912, Sam Vucanovich and Steve Sargent took over the cafe.  The Sargent family still owns the cafe today.

     Historical Uptown Susanville has many of the original buildings and homes.  A copy of the walking tour guide is available at the Museum located at 75 North Weatherlow, the Historical Uptown Susanville Association (HUSA) office at 30 South Gay Street or at the Lassen County Chamber of Commerce located at 84 North Lassen Street (just up the street from the Roseberry House!).

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