The Palo Alto, known as the Cement Ship

The Palo Alto, known as the Cement Ship. The Palo Alto was purchased by the Cal-Neva Company in 1930 and towed to Seacliff Beach. A 600-foot pier was built to connect the ship to the shore. For two years the ship was an amusement center with a swimming pool, ballroom, restaurants and carnival concessions.

Source of information: Clark. p. 69-70.
Date: ca. 1930
Type: PHOTO
Coverage:
  • Seacliff
  • 1930s
Rights: This photograph is the property of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, California.

Restrictions on Use
Physical Dimensions: 4 3/4" x 9 3/4"
Identifier: LH-0597

Collection

Photograph Collection

Citation

“The Palo Alto, known as the Cement Ship.” ca. 1930. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/9799. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.