Hamilton Township in Atlantic County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
George Wheaton's Shipyard
Circa 1830-1874
Photographed By Don Morfe, January 18, 2016
1. George Wheaton’s Shipyard Marker
Inscription.
George Wheaton's Shipyard. Circa 1830-1874. Shipbuilding developed in this area at an early period, probably between 1720-1750. George May lived near this spot and is alleged to have built sloops here prior to the Revolution. According to the Penna. Packet, an early shipyard was here in 1779. Wheaton was the cutting ship timber in 1824. Between 1830-1874, he built at least 23 vessels in this town. The last was the Martin L. Smith on the ways and uncompleted at his death. The contract price was $4200.00. His funeral service was the first performed by Unity Lodge No. 96. F&A.M.
Shipbuilding developed in this area at an early period, probably between 1720-1750. George May lived near this spot and is alleged to have built sloops here prior to the Revolution. According to the Penna. Packet, an early shipyard was here in 1779. Wheaton was the cutting ship timber in 1824. Between 1830-1874, he built at least 23 vessels in this town. The last was the Martin L. Smith on the ways and uncompleted at his death. The contract price was $4200.00. His funeral service was the first performed by Unity Lodge No. 96. F&A.M.
Erected 1976 by Hamilton Twp. Bicentennial Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1779.
Location. 39° 27.014′ N, 74° 43.372′ W. Marker is near Hamilton, New Jersey, in Atlantic County. It is in Hamilton Township. Marker is on Main Street (U.S. 40). The marker is located in Gaskill Park, Hamilton Township. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 16 River Rd, Mays Landing NJ 08330, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 23, 2016, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 700 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on January 23, 2016, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
