Overview
Jack London Square is a waterfront district of restaurants, shops and a ferry terminal on the Oakland Estuary, named for the author Jack London, who spent much of his youth in Oakland.
History
Heinold's First and Last Chance Saloon, open since the 1880s and often linked to London's stories, still stands on the square.
Today
Ferries to San Francisco, farmers markets and events bring steady crowds.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.