Living History re-creates the 1901 Waterfront Strike that paralyzed San Francisco for five months.
From July 13 to October 2, 1901, San Francisco’s waterfront was shut down by sailors,Teamsters, and longshoremen striking for better pay and working conditions. Experience the sights and sounds of San Francisco history through a Living History reenactment. Hear impassioned speeches and voice your own opinion! Take part in a march as strikers implore ships’ crews to join their ranks. Watch as a ship owner and ship’s officer defy the strikers.
The strike reenactment will take place on Hyde Street Pier at 12pm, and be repeated at 2pm. Events on the pier are free of charge, but admission to historic ships is $15 for adults, Free with National Park passes, for active military with current I.D., and for youth age 15 and younger.
Contact: carmonave@gmail.com
https://hydestreetlivinghistory.org/upcoming-events/