Turner/Robertson Shipyard
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member heringermr
N 38° 03.738 W 122° 10.755
10S E 571999 N 4213045
California Registered Historical Landmark #973
Waymark Code: WM1AYT
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 03/19/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member Marky
Views: 20

In 1882, Matthew Turner of San Francisco relocated his shipyard to Benicia. Turner, the most prodigious shipbuilder in North America, constructed 228 vessels, 169 of which were launched here. In 1913, the shipyard was purchased by James Robertson, who operated it until 1918. The yard sways, and the Whaler Stamboul, used as a shipyard work platform, are visible at low tide.
Marker Number: 973.00

Marker Name: Turner/Robertson Shipyard, 1883-1918

County: Solano

Has Official CA Plaque: yes

Marker Dedication Date: 08/06/1987

Location:
Matthew Turner Shipyard Park, foot of W 12th St off of W K St, Benicia


Website: Not listed

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