Oregon’s WWII Shipyards

Oregon's WWII Shipyards

When

June 10, 2026    
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Where

Astoria Public Library
450 10th St, Astoria, Oregon, 97103

Event Type

Learn the untold story of NW Oregon and SW Washington’s World War II shipyards on the Columbia River. Three Kaiser shipyards built and launched over 700 vessels, including the famous “Ten-Day” Liberty ships. Presented by Peter Marsh, former teacher, sailboater, newspaper and marine reporter, and current director of the Hanthorn Cannery Museum.