Esquimalt First Graving Dock

Acknowledgement

Esquimalt First Graving Dock is located on the traditional territory of the ləkʷəŋən (Lekwungen) People, known today as the Songhees and Xwsepsum (Kosapsum) Nations. ləkʷəŋən is also the name of their language.

Old drydock photo taken between 1887-1907. St. Paul's Church spire on right in background. Unusual view looking south and east from drydock area. Roland Hooper's home is centre in background, present site of all ranks mess. Children playing in field.

Esquimalt Municipal Archives 995-045-009. Photo of Esquimalt's first drydock looking southeast.