Salinas became the county seat. With the arrival of the railroad and the courthouse, the downtown area could support larger and more permanent development. In March of 1873,Carlisle S.
Before becoming a museum, the building served as a courthouse, pub, church, and more, so you’ll literally be experiencing a piece of Monterey’s past! San Carlos Cathedral: The oldest church and first stone building in California, the San Carlos Cathedral dates back to 1794. It’s now ...