SUTTER CREEK
‘The Jewel of the Motherlode’ Exploring Historic Sutter Creek
F It’s a wonderful balance of old and new. There’s a little bit of something for everyone of all ages. The city currently has over 40 unique businesses in operation.
rom the mid to late 1800s, people from far and wide came to California in search of hidden treasure as part of the Gold Rush. Long after that time, there continues to be hidden gems to be discovered across the Golden State, including Sutter Creek’s charming downtown. Established in 1854, Sutter Creek is the epitome of Gold County and has become a prime tourist destination. The town provides visitors with a number of fun events and activities, all while maintaining its Gold Rush facade. “It’s a wonderful balance of old and new,” said City Clerk Karen Darrow. There’s a little bit of something for everyone of all ages. The city currently has over 40 unique businesses in operation, which include antique stores, restaurants, museums, boutiques, country stores, gift
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shops and more. Darrow explained that all of these businesses are conveniently lined up along historic Main Street. “The Knight Foundry, Hotel Sutter and The Monteverde Store are all popular places to visit,” Darrow said. Fittingly, the various annual, monthly and weekly events all take place there in downtown Sutter Creek. These events include the farmers market, the Italian Picnic Parade, Winefest, the Classic Car Show, the Parade of Lights, Christmas Open House, Candy Cane Lane, Plaid Friday and the incredibly popular Ladies Night, which is expected to make a grand and highly anticipated return in 2022. Participating businesses will be offering light refreshments, along with a variety of promotions as they introduce their new arrivals for Ladies Night.
