Martinez, CA (where I grew up) is a pretty old city with a lot of history. It's probably most well known for being the town where John Muir lived. His house has been turned into a museum in downtown Martinez. My dad has lived in Martinez for like 100 years and had never been to the house, so my sister and I took him over the Christmas holiday.
More interesting facts:
1. Joe Dimaggio was born in Martinez
2. Marinez is said to be the place where the martini was invented
3. There are a ton of great antique stores downtown
3. There are a ton of great antique stores downtown
Entrance to the house and the living room
Sitting room
Kitchen and study
The attic and the bell in the bell tower
View from the bell tower and walking around the gardens
An old windmill and the original adobe house on the property
John Muir
(image from www.uh.edu/engines/epi2422.htm)
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