Nash (tugboat)

The Nash was a steam-powered tugboat built in 1916 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1992. Originally named Portland, she was built in Portland, Oregon, for the Port of Portland. She was primarily used for ship docking and towing services on the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. In 1968, she was renamed Nash in honor of Captain James P. Nash, a long-serving pilot and manager for the Port of Portland.

The Nash is historically significant as one of the last surviving steam-powered, harbor-class tugboats on the West Coast of the United States. She represents an important era in maritime history and the technological advancements in ship handling during the early 20th century. After retirement from active service, the Nash became a museum ship and is currently preserved by the Port of Vancouver USA. She offers visitors a glimpse into the working lives of tugboat crews and the vital role these vessels played in facilitating commerce.