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ALMA (Scow Schooner)

San Francisco, California • San Francisco County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

The ALMA is a rare surviving example of a scow schooner, a type of two-masted sailing vessel historically vital to the San Francisco Bay's maritime commerce. Built in 1891, it represents the peak of this unique West Coast vessel design.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
0.1
Listed Date
10/10/1975
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Commerce; Transportation; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1875 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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