Roop's Fort/William H Pratt Museum

Roop's Fort, the oldest structure in Susanville, California, was initially built as a trading post by Isaac N. Roop in 1853 and later expanded into a fortified blockhouse in June 1854. Today, it houses the William H. Pratt Memorial Museum and serves as a testament to the area's rich history, including the formation of the Territory of Nataqua and the Sagebrush War.

Located on Weatherlow Street, Roop's Fort was a vital stopping point for emigrants traveling to Northern California gold mines and played a significant role in early territorial conflicts over boundaries. Officially recognized as Landmark No. 76 by the California State Historical Resources Commission, it continues to be an important cultural and historical site in Lassen County.

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