History
Located in San Joaquin Valley, Clovis has a rich history dating back over 100 years. Native American tribes were the first known inhabitants of the area. They were followed by missionaries, trappers and miners. One of those missionaries, Padre Martin, explored the area looking for a mission site and is credited with having the first thoughts of settlement.
Soon the area became known to trappers and it was flooded with miners during the infamous “gold rush.” An important development occurred when Marcus Pollasky envisioned the area’s first railroad running through what would eventually become the city of Clovis. His vision came true with the creation of the San Joaquin Division of the Southern Pacific Railroad.
In addition to the railroad, a 45-mile log flume; a 40-acre mill and finishing plant; and increased grain production all played a role in the founding of Clovis in 1891. Twenty-one years later, Clovis would be officially incorporated. Since then, the city has been nicknamed the “Gateway to the Sierra.”
It has grown from a sleepy little town to a thriving community that is looking to the future while cherishing its past.
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