Hear about the tragic death of Doc Ricketts, which took place on this spot, and where a memorial stands today.
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Monterey Bay Audio Tour 1 Monterey Boat Works
Hear about this historic site where commercial fishing boats were built and repaired, and bootleggers landed during prohibition. You’ll also learn about the Monterey Clipper hull and the history of the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s smokestacks.
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Monterey Bay Audio Tour 1. Introduction
This walking tour begins at the main entrance to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and heads south along the "Rec Trail."
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Monterey Bay Audio Tour 2. Monterey Plaza Hotel
Learn how this spot became the site of an elegant family estate—until the “fragrance” of the canneries drove the residents away.