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Monterey Customhouse

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California, Monterey County, Monterey
Constructed by the Mexican government during 1927 and 1841 to collect customs duties from foreign shipping when Monterey was the capital of this northern province, and customs duties were Alta California’s principal source of revenue. United States Customhouse from 1848 until 1867. This plaque is dedicated to all customs officers who have served in this building, and in honor and recognition of the U.S. Custom Service Bicentennial.

Presented by
Quintin L. Villanueva, Jr.
Regional Commissioner
U.S. Customs Service
Pacific Region
August 18, 1988

(Seal of the U.S. Custom Service)

(Government) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

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