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All the United States California Colma

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Colma

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Colma, California

Updated July 23, 2015

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Wyatt Earp’s Grave

Colma, California

Wyatt Earp's Grave

The peaceful gravesite of a rugged wild west gunman echoes the touching story of his last days.
Emperor’s tombstone, Colma

Colma, California

Emperor Norton's Grave

The final resting place of the Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico.
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Colma, California

Colma Historical Association

This odd little museum holds exhibits on everything from blacksmith equipment to hair jewelry.
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Colma Necropolis

A vast city of the dead, where the deceased outnumber the living by more than a million.
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Circus Showfolks of America Memorial

Daly City, California

Circus Showfolks of America Memorial

Outside San Francisco lies a small clown cemetery and memorial.
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Emperor Norton “Pause, Traveler” plaque (1939) following 2018 restoration. Photo:

South San Francisco, California

Emperor Norton Plaque

A bronze tribute to a legendary Californian, the self-proclaimed "Emperor of the United States."
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The markers are 10 paces apart.

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Broderick-Terry Duel Site

Two pillars set 10 paces apart commemorate the "last notable American duel."
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