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Wharf Walks at Old Monterey Wharf with Tim Thomas

Monterey Public Library · Downtown, Monterey

Fourth-generation Monterey historian Tim Thomas leads a free 2-hour walking tour of Old Fisherman's Wharf and the waterfront, covering Rumsien Ohlone fishing, Azorean whalers, Chinese squid fishermen, Japanese abalone divers and Sicilian sardine fishermen, and how the sardine and squid industries shaped Monterey Bay.

Wharf Walks at Old Monterey Wharf with Tim Thomas is a club open to all levels, held at Monterey Public Library in Monterey, CA. It is free to attend. The class runs monthly. Schedule: First Saturday of each month, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Tours meet outside #1 Old Fisherman's Wharf at the pink Harbor House (pink building at the entry of the wharf). Confirmed upcoming date: Saturday, October 3, 2026.. Check Monterey Public Library's site for the latest availability and booking.

PriceFree (Free (registration required; no fee charged))

Duration2 hours

ScheduleFirst Saturday of each month, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Tours meet outside #1 Old Fisherman's Wharf at the pink Harbor House (pink building at the entry of the wharf). Confirmed upcoming date: Saturday, October 3, 2026.

MaterialsNot included — see price note

Best forAdults 18+ interested in Monterey waterfront and fishing-industry history

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Activity	Walking Clubs
Class	Wharf Walks at Old Monterey Wharf with Tim Thomas
Level	All levels
Duration	2 hours
Price	Free (Free (registration required; no fee charged))
Frequency	Monthly
Schedule	First Saturday of each month, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Tours meet outside #1 Old Fisherman's Wharf at the pink Harbor House (pink building at the entry of the wharf). Confirmed upcoming date: Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Location	Monterey Public Library, Monterey CA
Provider	Monterey Public Library
Booking	Available — see booking link

Upcoming Sessions

2026-10-03

Sessions change — confirm dates with Monterey Public Library before booking.

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Last checked: Sep 21, 2026

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