Club de Pescadores facts for kids
The Club de Pescadores (which means "Fisherman's Club" in Spanish) is a famous building located right on the banks of the Río de la Plata river in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It's a special place where people can enjoy fishing and other activities.
How the Fisherman's Club Began
The Club de Pescadores started in 1903. It was built on an old pier. This pier was first used by a French company to unload coal from their boats onto trains.
After the coal business stopped, the pier became old and worn out. Fishermen who loved to fish there decided to fix it up. They also built a small shelter to keep their fishing gear safe.
However, a very strong storm hit the river on August 10, 1905. It completely destroyed the pier! Even after this setback, the club members didn't give up. They kept meeting and even started organizing fishing competitions.
Building the New Club House
In 1926, the club members decided to build a brand new pier and a proper building for their club activities. The president of Argentina agreed to their plan in 1928.
The new pier was finished in 1930. The beautiful building you see today was designed by an architect named José N. Quartino. It officially opened on January 16, 1937. The president of Argentina at the time, General Agustín Pedro Justo, was there for the opening.
A National Treasure
In 2001, the Club de Pescadores building was declared a national historic monument. This means it's a very important part of Argentina's history and culture. Today, it's a well-known symbol of the city of Buenos Aires.
See also
In Spanish: Club de Pescadores para niños
