Fishing for History:
A Cannery Row Tour

Ages: 10 to adult

When:
By appointment only for a group of six or more

Fees:

$20

per person general public

$16

per person Aquarium members

Join us on a journey from the time of Monterey's native people through the days of the "Sardine Capital of the World." Our guided 1.5-mile walking tour starts with the historic Hovden Cannery exhibits at the Aquarium. From there, your expert guide will lead you on a leisurely walk along Cannery Row and the waterfront, with stops to highlight key locations from the history of this celebrated street.

You'll learn about the workers who responded to the whistles calling them to the canneries during the heyday of the Row; and see the lab where Ed Ricketts, the inspiration for "Doc" in John Steinbeck's novels, prepared and shipped marine specimens to students around the country. You'll also learn about the history of the people who contributed to Cannery Row, from the native Ohlone and Esselen tribes, to the Chinese who established fishing villages, and the Portuguese and Italian fishing families.

Your tour will conclude at the Maritime and History Museum of Monterey, near Fisherman's Wharf. This program is co-sponsored by the Monterey Maritime and History Museum.

Reservations

Space is Limited: We recommend you pre-register for all events.

By Phone: Call our reservation center
8 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri. (except holidays)

(866) 963–9645 Toll-free in the U.S. and Canada

(831) 647–6886

In Person: You may register at the Aquarium Adventures desk in the main lobby of the Aquarium.

Fees: Registration fees do not include Aquarium admission. You must also purchase tickets to the Aquarium at the time of registration for all Adventures that take place inside the Aquarium.

All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Cancellation: We require at least 72 hours notice in order to offer a refund. A cancellation fee of $5 applies. Reservations and cancellations are processed by phone or in person (not by e-mail).

Questions? For questions, call our reservation center or e-mail aquariumadventures@mbayaq.org.

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Fishing for History:A Cannery Row Tour

Fishing for History:
A Cannery Row Tour