Kelseyville, California facts for kids
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Kelseyville, California
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The Brick House, downtown Kelseyville
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Lake |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.891 sq mi (7.487 km2) |
| • Land | 2.885 sq mi (7.472 km2) |
| • Water | 0.006 sq mi (0.015 km2) 0.20% |
| Elevation | 1,384 ft (422 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,382 |
| • Density | 1,169.8/sq mi (451.72/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
95451
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| Area code | 707 |
| FIPS code | 06-38044 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0277532 |
Kelseyville is a small community in Lake County, California. It is located about 6 miles (10 km) southeast of Lakeport. The town sits at an elevation of 1,384 feet (422 meters) above sea level. In 2020, about 3,382 people lived there.
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History of Kelseyville
Kelseyville has had several names over the years, including Kelsey, Kelsey Creek, Kelsey Town, Peartown, and Uncle Sam. The name Kelsey Town honored Andrew Kelsey. He was an early American settler in Lake County. In 1850, he was killed in a conflict with some Pomo people. This event led to the Bloody Island Massacre.
The first blacksmith shop opened in Kelseyville in 1857. The area was also called Uncle Sam, named after nearby Mount Uncle Sam (now known as Mount Konocti). The post office, first called Uncle Sam, changed its name to Kelseyville in 1882.
Geography and Location
Kelseyville is a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a community that is counted in the census but isn't officially a city. The area covers about 2.9 square miles (7.5 square kilometers), and almost all of it is land.
The Kelseyville area also includes communities like Soda Bay and Riviera Heights. These places are located on the northern side of Mount Konocti.
People of Kelseyville
In 2020, Kelseyville had a population of 3,382 people. The community is home to a mix of different backgrounds. Most people live in family homes.
Economy and Local Business
Kelseyville is part of the North Coast American Viticultural Area. This means it's known for growing grapes and making wine. The area also includes parts of other special wine regions like Big Valley District, Kelsey Bench, and Red Hills.
Kelseyville is home to Peace and Plenty Farm, which grows the largest amount of organic saffron in California. The area also has the Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa. You can find several wineries, an olive mill, and places that pack fruit in Kelseyville. Downtown Kelseyville has wine tasting rooms and a brewpub.
Since 1993, Kelseyville has hosted the annual Kelseyville Pear Festival. This fun event takes place on the last Saturday in September.
Government and Services
Kelseyville is part of the government districts for California and the United States. This helps represent the community's interests.
The Kelseyville Fire District serves the town. Its main station, Station 55, is located on Main Street.
Education in Kelseyville
Public schools in Kelseyville are managed by the Kelseyville Unified School District (KVUSD). This district includes Kelseyville Elementary, Monte Vista Middle School, and Kelseyville High School.
In 2023, Shade Canyon Public Charter School opened in Kelseyville. It offers classes from kindergarten through second grade, with plans to add more grades each year.
Important Landmarks
Stone and Kelsey Home Site
The place where Charles Stone and Andrew Kelsey built their adobe home in the 1840s is a historical landmark. They made local Native Americans build it. Today, nothing is left of the home. Its materials were used by later settlers. A monument marks the spot at Main Street and Bell Hill Road, near Kelsey Creek. It is known as California Historical Landmark No. 426.
The Brick Tavern
The Brick Tavern, also called the Brick House or Kelseyville Tavern, is located at Main and Third Streets. It was built in 1872 by Steve Tucker. He might have used bricks from the kiln at the Sulphur Bank Mine across Clear Lake. Over the years, this building has been many things: a carriage stop, a hotel, a bar, a restaurant, and even a school. Today, it is a saloon and a pizzeria. In 1961, it was named the "oldest commercial building" by local historical groups.
Gas Hill
Gas Hill is a small hill on the southern part of Main Street. It is marked by a sign. In 1868, a pocket of natural gas was accidentally found here while digging a well. When a match was thrown into the hole, it caused an explosion. For many years, different owners tried to sell the gas, but no one succeeded.
Local Media
Kelseyville had its first newspaper, The New Era, in 1890. Later, in 1901, The Kelseyville Sun started. It stopped being published in 1942.
Images for kids
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A robot, representing the Kiddle encyclopedia.
See also
In Spanish: Kelseyville para niños
