Seaport in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Forecastle Head

South Street Seaport Museum

— Where New York Begins. —

Forecastle Head Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, July 13, 2023

1. Forecastle Head Marker

Inscription. The forecastle head is the raised deck at the front of the ship, near the bow. The origin of the term dates from the Middle Ages when warships had defensive structures that resembled small castles near their bows.

Erected by South Street Museum.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels.

Location. 40° 42.334′ N, 74° 0.194′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Seaport. Marker can be reached from Pier 16 south of East River Greenway, on the right when traveling south. The marker is on board the Wavertree. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 167 John St, New York NY 10038, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Wavertree (here, next to this marker); Capstan (here, next to this marker); Cargo Hatches (a few steps from this marker); High Water Mark (a few steps from this marker); Ambrose (a few steps from this marker); America's Emporium (a few steps from this marker); Wall Street Exists Because of the Seaport (a few steps from this marker); Forecastle (Crew's Quarters) (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.

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This is also the origin of the idiom hitting the head, meaning to use the restroom.

— Submitted July 17, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, July 13, 2023

2. Forecastle Head Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on July 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 17, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 43 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 17, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.