Monument to the crew members of the SRTM Boksitogorsk, who died at sea

The Monument to the crew members of the SRTM Boksitogorsk depicts a woman holding a child, symbolizing the families left behind by fishermen who perished at sea. The sculpture stands in a public location in southeast Nakhodka near residential neighborhoods.

The memorial was built in 1979 to honor the crew of a fishing trawler that went down in a storm at sea in 1965. This tragedy deeply affected Nakhodka and led to greater awareness of the dangers faced by those who worked in maritime industries.

The memorial embodies Nakhodka's deep ties to maritime life and fishing traditions that continue to shape the community today. It serves as a gathering place where residents remember loved ones lost to the sea and acknowledge the human cost of this profession.

The memorial is located in an accessible area in the southeastern part of the city, making it easy to find and visit. It is a straightforward stop for those walking through the neighborhood or exploring local monuments and memorials.

The memorial is known locally as 'Skorbjaschaja mat' (The Grieving Mother), a name that captures the emotional weight of the place and its meaning for the community. It holds official status as a regional cultural heritage site and is remembered annually during a special day of commemoration each January.

Location: Nakhodka

Inception: 1979

GPS coordinates: 42.84111,132.90972

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26