Sutter's Mill

Sutter’s Mill, located in California, is historically significant as the site where gold was discovered in 1848. This discovery sparked the California Gold Rush, attracting thousands of prospectors and leading to rapid settlement and economic growth in the region. Originally built by John Sutter as a sawmill to process lumber, the site became famous after James W. Marshall found gold nearby. Today, Sutter’s Mill is a symbol of opportunity and transformation in American history, marked by a preserved historic site and museum that highlight its pivotal role in the Westward expansion.