PG&E Powerhouse, also known as Sacramento River Station B is a historic building located in Sacramento, California, constructed in 1912 by notable architect Willis Polk.[2] Originally used by Pacific Gas and Electric PG&E as an auxiliary power plant and transformer substation, it played a key role in transforming voltage for distribution.[2]
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| Location | 400 Jibboom St., Sacramento, California |
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| Coordinates | 38°35′36.4″N 121°30′20.2″W / 38.593444°N 121.505611°W |
| Area | 1.925 acres (0.779 ha) |
| Built | 1912 |
| Architect | Willis Polk |
| Architectural style | Classical Revival Beaux-Arts architecture |
| NRHP reference No. | 10000774 [1] |
| Added to NRHP | September 23, 2010 |
In 1924, PG&E upgraded the facility, making it the largest steam turbine power plant in the region.[2] However, in 1957, PG&E sold the building, and its interior was stripped of all metal components and equipment, leaving behind a large open space.[2]
In November 2021, the building became home to the SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC) as part of a $40.8 million redevelopment project.[3]
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