Welcome to Paloma, also known as Fosteria, a historic landmark nestled in the heart of Calaveras County. As we explore this fascinating place, lets take a step back in time and immerse ourselves in its rich gold mining history.

Originally named Fosteria after the original owner of the Gwin Mine, it was a bustling hub of activity during the California Gold Rush of 1849. This was when placer mining began at the mine, located on Paloma Road and Edster Street. Later on, quartz would be discovered, transforming this mine into one of the most prosperous quartz mines in all of California. The gold extracted from it contributed millions of dollars to the states economy.

The towns name change to Paloma came about in the late 1890s when landowner William Gwin expanded the mine. His vision and investment in the area led to the birth of a new identity for this once-small mining settlement. As you walk through the streets of Paloma today, you can almost feel the echoes of its history as you imagine the bustling life that once surrounded the now-quiet Gwin Mine.

As we continue our journey through time and space, let your imagination run wild with visions of what life was like during the Gold Rush era in Paloma, a place forever etched into Californias storied past as State Historical Landmark No. 295.