Sonoma Barracks
Part of the Sonoma State Historic Park, the two-story, wide-balconied, adobe barracks facing Sonoma's central plaza were built to house Mexican army troops under the command of General Vallejo.
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Part of the Sonoma State Historic Park, the two-story, wide-balconied, adobe barracks facing Sonoma's central plaza were built to house Mexican army troops under the command of General Vallejo. These troops first arrived in Sonoma in 1834 when Vallejo, then the Commandant of the Presidio at San Francisco, was instructed to move his garrison to Sonoma. From then until 1846, Sonoma was the headquarters of the commandant of the Frontera del Norte – the Mexican provincial frontier of the north. Actual construction of the adobe barracks building probably took place in stages, but was more or less completed in 1840 and 1841.
OK for a very brief look
Sonoma Barracks were built to house Mexican army troops under the command of General Vallejo. You can see the interior of the barracks and the courtyard. No entrance fee. If you are a California...
Full of California History!
Right next to the Mission. Again, full of history on California and the beginning of the US possession of the Western US.
Interesting Visit
This is a worthwhile visit to relive some of California's history. The kids will enjoy poking around the barracks, while adults will learn a little bit more about the early days of California...
