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Landmark Site 150: Walnut Creek Meat Market

Explore Walnut Creek's past at the Landmark Site 150 Walnut Creek Meat Market, a historic brick building on the Walnut Creek Heritage Walk.

The Landmark Site 150, located at 1432 N Main St, is a historical landmark in Walnut Creek, California. Built in 1910, the brick building housed the Walnut Creek Meat Market for 75 years, operated by the Lawrence brothers. Today, the building stands as a reminder of the town's heritage and houses a restaurant.

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Local tips

  • Take a stroll along Main Street to see other historical landmarks and learn about Walnut Creek's history.
  • Check out the Walnut Creek Heritage Walk for a self-guided tour of significant historical locations in the downtown area.
  • Visit the current restaurant housed in the building to experience its ongoing role as a community gathering place.
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  • Walking

    Landmark Site 150: Walnut Creek Meat Market is located at 1432 N Main St in Walnut Creek. From the intersection of N Main Street and Cypress Street, head north on N Main Street. The Landmark Site 150 will be on your right. It is part of the Walnut Creek Heritage Walk.

  • Public Transport

    The Walnut Creek BART station is located approximately 1 mile south of Landmark Site 150. From the BART station, you can take the free Route 4 Downtown Trolley, which operates seven days a week and stops near the Landmark Site. Alternatively, you can take County Connection Route 21 towards San Ramon and get off at S Main St + Creekside Dr, which is a short walk from the Landmark Site. A single ride on County Connection costs $2.50.

  • Driving

    Landmark Site 150: Walnut Creek Meat Market is located at 1432 N Main St in Walnut Creek. From I-680, take the Ygnacio Valley Road exit and head west. Turn right onto N Main Street. The Landmark Site 150 will be on your left. Limited street parking is available. Several parking garages are located nearby, including the Broadway Parking Garage, where parking costs $1.25 per hour. Sasa Lot at 1432 N Main St offers parking for $2 per hour.

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Landmark Site 150: Walnut Creek Meat Market, located at 1432 N Main St, stands as a tangible link to Walnut Creek's past. Built in 1910, this distinctive brick building was home to the Walnut Creek Meat Market for 75 years. The market was owned and operated by brothers Fred, Joe, and Harry Lawrence. A fourth brother ran an auto garage across the street, showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit of the family and the burgeoning automotive industry of the time. The Walnut Creek Meat Market played a vital role in the community, providing fresh meat and provisions to local residents. The slaughterhouse was originally located behind the store but was later moved to the Ygnacio Valley as the town grew and regulations changed. The market remained at this location until 1986 when the family relocated their business to Alamo. The building itself is a distinctive example of early 20th-century commercial architecture. Its brick facade, simple yet sturdy design, and the restored sign on the north side evoke a sense of nostalgia and offer a glimpse into the past. The building has seen many changes over the years, transitioning from a meat market to various cafes and restaurants, and now houses a restaurant, continuing its tradition as a place where people gather. The Landmark Site is part of the Walnut Creek Heritage Walk, a self-guided tour that highlights significant historical locations in the downtown area.

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