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Concrete Floats! The History of the S.S. Palo Alto

The Concrete Ship
2025-10-18 14:30:00 2025-10-18 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Concrete Floats! The History of the S.S. Palo Alto Discover the fascinating history of the S.S. Palo Alto, Seacliff Beach's famous cement ship. Learn why it was built, how it was used, and the legacy it left on our coast. Aptos Branch - Betty Leonard Community Room

Saturday, October 18
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-18 14:30:00 2025-10-18 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Concrete Floats! The History of the S.S. Palo Alto Discover the fascinating history of the S.S. Palo Alto, Seacliff Beach's famous cement ship. Learn why it was built, how it was used, and the legacy it left on our coast. Aptos Branch - Betty Leonard Community Room

Aptos Branch

Betty Leonard Community Room

Discover the fascinating history of the S.S. Palo Alto, Seacliff Beach's famous cement ship. Learn why it was built, how it was used, and the legacy it left on our coast.

 

The cement ship in the harbor.

This event is brought to you by the Aptos History Museum and the Friends of the Aptos Library.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | SCPL Friends | Local History |

Aptos Branch
Phone: 831-427-7702
Branch manager
Heather Pereira
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