In 1910, on the unoccupied brushland of North Coronado Island, inventor and entrepreneur Glenn Hammond Curtiss opened his winter flying school for prospective "aeroplane pilots."Among his first class of students was Navy Lieutenant Theodore G. . . . — — Map (db m116835) HM
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as pilot and aircraft commander of a search-and-rescue
helicopter, attached to Helicopter Support Squadron 7, during operations against enemy . . . — — Map (db m266500) HM
Here stands the world's first electrically-lighted outdoor Christmas tree, unveiled at the Hotel del Coronado on December 24, 1904 — — Map (db m70553) HM
Original site of the Coronado Ferryboat Terminal which operated ferries between San Diego and Coronado from 1886 until the opening of the bridge in 1969. Equipped to accommodate passengers, horses and buggies, and later automobiles, the ferry system . . . — — Map (db m116874) HM
On Orange Avenue near Isabella, on the right when traveling south.
In May, 1936, the Rotary Club planted this starpine for the citizens of Coronado. This tree given by Emily T. Thompson in memory of her husband Charles. — — Map (db m117524) HM
Native to the Canary Islands this unusual tree was planted at The Del prior to the turn of the century where it thrives in our temperate southern California coastal climate.
The Dragon Tree was used as a backdrop in the Marilyn Monroe movie . . . — — Map (db m70552) HM
On Ocean Boulevard, on the right when traveling west.
The flat lands beyond have been a part of aviation history since Glenn Curtis founded the first military flying school in America here on January 17, 1911. The Army operated Rockwell Field until January 31, 1939; the Navy commissioned the present . . . — — Map (db m61548) HM
On Tow Way Road, on the right when traveling west.
Presented in tribute to over 40 years of flight operations logged in support of the Naval Service by the H-46 Sea Knight Helicopter.
The Boeing Co. — — Map (db m128485) HM
The first golf course in Coronado was established in 1898.
The 9-hole private course was located in the area of Glorietta
Boulevard and Margarita and San Luis Rey Avenues. This
area was later subdivided into homesites.
The second golf . . . — — Map (db m251202) HM
Near Orange Avenue west of Glorietta Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
This Victorian hotel, built in 1887, is one of America’s largest wooden buildings. Few seaside resort hotels of this significant architectural style remain in America. The hotel has hosted several presidents and other national figures. — — Map (db m296246) HM
On this site in 1900, Coronado Beach Company opened Tent City for vacationers on a budget. Until 1939, thousands of people from Southern California and beyond vacationed here between June and September, enjoying the fresh air, nightly concerts, . . . — — Map (db m123189) HM
On Stockdale Boulevard at Alameda Boulevard, on the left when traveling north on Stockdale Boulevard.
Vice Admiral Stockdale was awarded the Nation’s highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and unparalleled leadership as senior Naval Officer held as a prisoner of war in . . . — — Map (db m117459) HM WM
Near Orange Avenue west of Avenida Del Sol, on the left when traveling west.
The original hotel laundry opened on the second floor of the Power Plant in January 1888. The Laundry occupied the majority of the second floor and employed 20 women. In 1919 this brick structure was built to house the laundry operation, which . . . — — Map (db m296244) HM
On September 9, 1965, Sybil Stockdale was notified that her husband, Navy Commander Jim Stockdale, had been shot down on a combat mission over North Vietnam. After seven long months, she learned he was being held as a prisoner of war, or "POW." . . . — — Map (db m296243) HM WM
On Isabella Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Historical Landmark San Diego #58 The Livingston House, AKA The Baby Del.
Built in San Diego 1887. Relocated to Coronado 1983.
Private Residence — — Map (db m122684) HM
On McCain Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
McCain Boulevard,
named to honor the memory of the late Vice Admiral John Sidney McCain U.S.N.,
renowned commander of task force thirty-eight
and a former commanding officer of this station.
Dec. 15 1945 — — Map (db m265970) HM WM
In September 1887, a fountain called the "Naiad Queen" was installed in Hotel del Coronado's garden court featuring a bronze statue of Venus Rising from the Sea" by French sculptor Charles Cordier. While the original fountain and statue were removed . . . — — Map (db m296247) HM
This World War II combat swimmer commemorates the U.S. Navy’s underwater demolition (UDT) and Sea, Air, Land (SEAL) teams. They have trained and have been based in Coronado since 1946. These “Naked Warriors” swam unarmed onto heavily . . . — — Map (db m117453) HM WM
On 1100 Orange Avenue (California Route 75) at Park Place on 1100 Orange Avenue.
Naval Aviation Centennial 1911-2011.
Coronado, the Birthplace of Naval Aviation.
Time capsule commemorating the
Centennial of Naval Aviation is buried here. — — Map (db m117061) HM
On Orange Avenue (California Route 75), on the right when traveling south.
This three-story wood frame building was the first hotel in Coronado, opened July 28, 1887, at First Street and Orange Avenue. In 1911 it was moved to Ynez Place, close to the Hotel del Coronado where it served as a dormitory for employees of . . . — — Map (db m117126) HM
Near Orange Avenue at Avenida Del Sol, on the left when traveling north.
The Oxford, Coronado Island's first hotel, was constructed in 1887 near the Ferry Landing. In 1890 the building was acquired by the Coronado Beach Company and re-purposed as a warehouse. In 1911 the building was moved from the wharf into the town . . . — — Map (db m296245) HM
Construction Started February, 1967
Bridge Opened to Traffic August, 1969
California Bridge Authority
Governor Ronald Reagan • Lieutenant Governor Ed Reinecke • Secretary of Business & Finance Gordon C. Luce • Director of Finance Casper . . . — — Map (db m117882) HM
Designed in 1886 as part of the original Coronado City Plan, this park once boasted a star shaped flower garden with a fountain in the center. The five streets, which still exist, radiated from the points of the star. Upkeep of the landscaping . . . — — Map (db m278939) HM
On Orange Avenue (California Route 75), on the right when traveling south.
Vice Admiral Stockdale was awarded our nation's highest military award, the Medal of Honor, for his extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and unparalleled leadership while serving as senior naval officer in the Prisoner of War camps of North . . . — — Map (db m117116) HM
On Loma Avenue at Loma Lane, on the left when traveling west on Loma Avenue.
Thomson House Circa 1898
The Thomson House is a four-square, three-story Queen Anne Revival style Victorian design of the late 19th century; an example of Coronado's turn-of-of-the-century heritage. The Thomson House was completed in 1898 by . . . — — Map (db m248347) HM
Edward H. Martin lived a life of selfless service. In July 1967, as executive officer of VA-34, he was shot down by surface-to-air missiles while leading a flight of A-4 Skyhawks from the USS Intrepid against targets in North Vietnam. For almost six . . . — — Map (db m145312) HM WM
Near Orange Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
This classic California beach Bungalow was originally known as “Pinewood Cottage” and located on Flora Avenue. It was once the home of Commander Earl Winfield Spencer, Jr., the first commandant of Naval Air Station North Island, and his wife, . . . — — Map (db m310906) HM
On McCain Boulevard near Gowan Street, in the median.
Commemorating the World's First Seaplane
Flight Jan. 26, 1911, by
Glenn H. Curtiss.
His Seaplane was built here and flown from the waters of Spanish Bight, San Diego, California. — — Map (db m125010) HM
