Francis Drake memorial
historic site
A plaque commemorating the June 1579 encampment of the Golden Hinde, a ship sailed by Captain Francis Drake, who named the area Nova Albion. Placed by the Sir Francis Drake Quadricintennial Committee on June 16, 1979
- Inscription
- Nova Albion
| Date | Sunrise | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:16 | 18:49 | 19:24 |
| June solstice | 05:50 | 19:59 | 20:39 |
| September equinox | 07:00 | 18:36 | 19:10 |
| December solstice | 07:25 | 16:15 | 16:56 |
Local time (America/Los_Angeles).
38.02774, -122.96152
Elevation 4 m (modelled from terrain)