Northern Waterfront in San Francisco City and County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Business on the Wharf
Derby-hatted Tom Crowley consults his brother Dave at Vallejo Street Wharf in 1905. In 1892, they purchased an 18-foot row boat to transport personnel and supplies from shore to ships anchored in the bay. They expanded their family business to become San Francisco’s largest international maritime corporation, Crowley Maritime, which continues to operate today.
Did you know...
San Francisco’s Embarcadero, Spanish for “the place to embark,” is the point where the City meets the Bay, where harbor boats (tugs, ferries, pilot boats) coexist with pedestrians, families and athletes. The Port of San Francisco boasts the distinction of stewarding The Embarcadero, which is the largest waterfront district listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
150 Years
1863 – 2013
“Where the City meets the Bay”
Erected 2013 by Port of San Francisco.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1905.
Location. Marker has been reported permanently removed. It was located near 37° 47.983′ N, 122° 23.868′ W. Marker was in San Francisco, California, in San Francisco City and County. It was in Northern Waterfront. Marker was on The Embarcadero near Broadway, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker was at or near this postal address: 556 The Embarcadero, San Francisco CA 94111, United States of America.
We have been informed that this sign or monument is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Braving the Seas (here, next to this marker); Kanrin Maru (a few steps from this marker); Crimps and Dives (a few steps from this marker); Vallejo Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Building the Seawall (within shouting distance of this marker); Russian Navy Heroes (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Telegraph Hill (about 300 feet away); Pony Express Wharf (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Francisco.
More about this marker. This maker is south of Pier 9.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 22, 2014, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 576 times since then and 28 times this year. Last updated on July 3, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 22, 2014, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.