Adamsville: The First County Seat

The First County Seat. The Town of Adamsville was located approximately ½ mile west of this location. Founded in 1849 and named after Dr. David Adams, Adamsville became the county seat of the newly formed Stanislaus County on June 10, 1854. County government remained here until October 20, 1854 when it was moved to Empire City. No visible evidence of the town remains. . This historical marker was erected in 1990 by E Clampus Vitus Estanislao Chapter #58. It is Near Modesto in Stanislaus County California