Mayfield, California
| Mayfield | |
|---|---|
| Mayfield Farm | |
Mayfield Street Scene, ca. 1909 | |
| Location | 3899 La Selva Drive, Palo Alto, California, US |
| Coordinates | 37°24′57″N 122°7′50″W / 37.41583°N 122.13056°W |
| Founded | 1853 |
| Founder | Elisha Oscar Crosby |
| Official name | Homesite of Sarah Wallis Mayfield Farm |
| Designated | October 11, 1986 |
| Reference no. | 969 |
Location in Santa Clara County | |
Mayfield was a historic town in Santa Clara County, California. It was one of the oldest towns, predating the establishment of nearby Palo Alto and Stanford University. In 1853, prior to its becoming a town, Elisha Oscar Crosby acquired a 250 acres (1.0 km2) parcel of land, which was named Mayfield Farm. This property later changed hands on September 23, 1856, when it was transferred to Sarah Wallis to settle a debt Crosby owed her. The name "Mayfield" subsequently became associated with the community nearby. The historical significance of Mayfield is now marked by California Historical Landmark #969, which designates the location of Wallis's first residence, the Mayfield Farm.