Benicia Clock Tower

Constructed in 1859, the Clock Tower Fortress is one of the largest and most important of the early Benicia Arsenal structures. The fortified storehouse has gunports aimed up the Suisun Bay and down the Carquinez Straits. In 1912, the third floor was destroyed by explosion and fire and the building altered to a two-story structure. Later, the City of Benicia adapted the the building for community use by adding a kitchen and other support facilities.