Samuel Elmore Cannery

The Samuel Elmore Cannery extended across four acres along the Columbia River waterfront, processing salmon and tuna for distribution across North America.

The facility operated continuously from 1898 to 1980, establishing itself as the longest-running salmon processing plant in the United States.

The cannery transformed from salmon to tuna production in the 1930s, marking a shift in Pacific Northwest fishing patterns and consumer preferences.

Located at the intersection of Flavel Street and the waterfront, the cannery employed hundreds of workers during its peak production years.

The facility housed the first commercial production line of Bumble Bee tuna, which later became a national seafood brand.

Location: Astoria

GPS coordinates: 46.19167,-123.84583

Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:19