The Donner Party

1881 – The Donner-Houghton House Was Constructed

Hamilton Historical Records

In 1881, the Donner-Houghton House was built and a member of the Donner Party resided in the home.

During their travels west, the Donner Party faced a severe trial if starvation, where members of the group engaged in cannibalism, by eating the deceased members of the group, due to lack of food during the winter.

Published by Hamilton Historical Records

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