Pump
This cast-iron bilge pump kept water from accumulating in a boat's lowest compartment, a vital piece of equipment for Stuart's fishing fleet and pleasure boaters alike.
Whether hand-operated or engine-driven, pumps like this one were essential to the commercial fishermen and recreational sailors who made the Stuart area famous as the "Sailfish Capital of the World." Jim Dragseth's donation reminds us of the practical ingenuity behind every successful voyage from our shores.
On display, lower level, Fishing section.
Come in and see it. Open every day, 10 AM to 3 PM. Admission: free.
| Object type | Pump, Bilge |
|---|---|
| Accession no. | 2023.01.001 |
| Where to see it | Lower level, Fishing section |
| Provenance | Donated by Jim Dragseth |
| Catalog description | Bilge Pump for boat |
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