A guide to the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park records, 1985-2000
Processed by: Historical Documents Department (LeBlanc).
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
2012
Building E, Fort Mason
San Francisco, CA 94123
Phone: 415-561-7030
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A Guide to the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park records
HDC1642
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, National Park Service2012, National Park Service
Title: San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park records
Date: 1985-2000
Identifier/Call Number: HDC1642 (SAFR 23385)
Originating agency:
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park (Agency : U.S.)
Physical Description:
.2 LF
Repository:
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, Historic Documents Department
Building E, Fort Mason
San Francisco, CA 94123
Abstract: San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park records, 1985-2000 (SAFR 23385, HDC 1642) consists of documents related to
the preservation and rehabilitation of vessels and facilities at the park, information about external reports, and a cooperating
agreement. The collection has been processed to the file level and is open for use without restriction.
Physical Location: San Francisco Maritime NHP, Historic Documents Department
Language(s):
In English.
This collection is open for use unless otherwise noted.
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Note on Description: The descriptions in this collection guide were compiled using the best available sources of information.
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and subject matter experts. While every effort was made to provide accurate information, in the event that you find any errors
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Please cite the title and collection number in any correspondence with our staff.
[Item description], [Location within collection organization identified by Collection Number/Series Number/File Unit Number/Item
Number], HDC1642 (SAFR 23385), San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park records, San Francisco Maritime National Historical
Park
SAFR-01694
Items were accumulated by Park staff.
Historical or Biographical Note
The San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park was conceived as part of the San Francisco Museum of Science and Industry
in the 1940's with displays in various locations in the City of San Francisco, including at the Aquatic Park Bathhouse.
The San Francisco Maritime Museum was formed in 1951 by the San Francisco Maritime Museum Association lead by Karl Kortum.
Their holdings included BALCLUTHA and EPPLETON HALL. Concurrently the San Francisco Maritime State Historical Park was established
in 1956. The State never took over the holdings of the Museum Association, but operated Hyde Street Pier and the Haslett Warehouse.
Vessels included C.A. THAYER, WAPAMA, EUREKA, ALMA and HERCULES. In 1977 the State Park was taken over by the Golden Gate
National Recreation Area (GGNRA) and became the National Maritime Museum. The title, while never popular and used sparingly,
was written into the legislation authorizing the Federal takeover of the Park. The vessels were operated by the Facilities
Unit of GGNRA. In about 1983, the ships and the museum functions of the Association were consolidated as the Maritime Unit
of GGNRA. This arrangement continued until 1988 when a separate park, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park was
established
by Act of Congress.
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park records, 1985-2000 (SAFR 23385, HDC 1642) consists of documents related to
the preservation and rehabilitation of vessels and facilities at the park, information about external reports, and a cooperating
agreement. The collection has been processed to the file level and is open for use without restriction.
Among the files are a structural assessment of the concrete bleachers, an historic structure report for EUREKA, value analysis
of C.A. THAYER, and a long range interpretive plan.
7 files in 1 series.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
C.A. Thayer (built 1895; schooner, 3m)
Eureka (built 1890; ferry)
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park (Agency : U.S.)
Aquatic Park (San Francisco, Calif.)
Hyde Street Pier
Administrative records