the history behind the name

Mare Island Shipyard worker, Liillian Newman working on a milling machine circa 1943.

Mare Island Shipyard worker, Liillian Newman working on a milling machine circa 1943.

The heart of shipbuilding and repair at Mare Island, workers in Shop 31 machined critical parts for submarines and ships.

The heart of shipbuilding and repair at Mare Island, workers in Shop 31 machined critical parts for submarines and ships.

Exterior view of Shop 31. The building is now home to Factory_OS, where its industrial legacy continues.

Exterior view of Shop 31. The building is now home to Factory_OS, where its industrial legacy continues.