Jacksonville, Gold mining town in Jackson County, Oregon
Description
Jacksonville is a city in Jackson County, Oregon, that originated from 19th-century gold mining activity and preserves many buildings from that era. The streetscape features Greek Revival and Italianate structures built between the 1850s and 1880s, positioned at the base of Miller Mountain.
History
The city began in 1852 following gold discoveries in Rich Gulch and quickly became the administrative center of the region. It held this role until 1927, when county functions moved to Medford.
Culture
The Beekman Bank building retains original fixtures and displays financial tools from the gold mining era. Walking through it, you can see how banking worked when miners brought their gold to town.
Practical
The city is compact and easy to explore on foot, with most buildings concentrated in a walkable area. Visit during the warmer months when weather is more stable and pleasant.
Did you know?
Archaeological evidence shows that one of Oregon's earliest Chinese communities flourished here during the 1800s. This settlement largely vanished from the town's historical memory until modern excavations brought it back to light.
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