Central Vancouver in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia — Canada’s West Coast (North America)
The Packing House
Low Tide Properties acquired the building in 2011 from George Lee, a well known proprietor in Gastown. The building was substantively modernized and is now used as office space for creative and high-technology companies. For a unique view of the building, stand at the corner of Carrall Street and Water Street, and look up to the east façade.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1874.
Location. 49° 17.023′ N, 123° 6.285′ W. Marker is in Vancouver, British Columbia, in Metro Vancouver. It is in Central Vancouver. Marker is on Water Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 21 Water Street, Vancouver BC V6B 1A1, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Nagle Bros. Garage (within shouting distance of this marker); Cordage Building (within shouting distance of this marker); The Grand Hotel / The Terminus Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Byrnes Block (within shouting distance of this marker); "Gassy Jack" (within shouting distance of this marker); The Old Maple (within shouting distance of this marker); Robinson Block / Rene Building (within shouting distance of this marker); 3rd Malkin Warehouse (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vancouver.
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