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California Historical Landmarks in Sacramento County
California Historical Landmark 592
New Helvetia Cemetery
J Street and Alhambra Boulevard
Sacramento
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The marker is located on the public right-of-way near the southwest corner of Sutter Middle School.
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16 October 2022
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New Helvetia Cemetery
Established by John Sutter in 1849. Purchased in 1857 by J. W. Reeves, who later deeded it to the City of Sacramento. 1009 Chinese buried here were shipped to China by the Chinese Societies who deeded their plots to the city.
Dedicated by Sutter Parlor No. 111 Native Daughters of the Golden West. May 14, 1937
Plaque donated by Sadie Winn Brainard.