Name/Title
Ferry RowboatDescription
Flat-bottom wooden boat clad with metal. The boat has a transom or flat bow rather that a pointed bow. This style of boat is also called a pram, a lighter, a dinghy or a punt. A motor mount was added to the stern of the craft. There is no sign of oarlocks.Context
Rowboat believed to be used as Saugatuck ferry in the 1940s and 1950s when there was no chain ferry service.Collection
Nautical, Transportation: water, 1850 Chain ferries and landings/storesCataloged By
Winthers, SallyGeneral Notes
Note
24 June 2024 - Eric g. invited Bill Doll to join the collections meeting. Mr. Doll is retired from the National Park Service and has a lot of experience with maritime history and historical boats. He has offered to help with assessment of the Peterson vessel. Victor Bella and Bill Doll evaluated the boat later that day.Create Date
June 19, 2024Update Date
June 25, 2024
