Welcome to Nevada Historical Marker 202: Fairview in Solana Beach, California, USA. As we stand here, lets take a step back in time and explore the rich history of this once-thriving mining town. Established between 1905-1917 during a period of renewed mining interest after significant strikes in Tonopah and Goldfield, Fairview was a hub of activity with its bustling 27 saloons, hotels, banks, assay offices, newspaper, post office, and miners Union Hall.

The marker serves as a testament to the Nevada State Marker System, which aims to identify significant places of interest in Nevadas history. With exactly 274 such markers spread across the state, each pinpointed on this map, we can appreciate the wealth of heritage that Nevada holds.

As you close your eyes and imagine this lively town back in its heyday, picture the excitement of miners discovering treasures beneath the earths surface. Now, picture the hustle and bustle as people rushed to grab a drink at one of the numerous saloons or check their latest findings at the assay offices.

Unfortunately, time has taken its toll on Fairview, but the legacy lives on through the Nevada Historical Marker system that continues to preserve our rich history. Today, as we stand here, let us remember and honor the hardworking individuals who built this once-thriving mining town.