Elizabeth Field (OB8) was dedicated on July 11, 1931 and was named in honor of Elizabeth Nugent, daughter of Colonel George A. Nugent, commander of Fort H. G. Wright.
Following the 2023 Fleet Analysis and RFP, a contract was awarded to Glosten for the design of a new ferry to replace the Munnatawket. Work began in September.
The Ferry District and its Commissioners would like to thank the Fishers Island community and those who regularly rode the Silver Eel for the opportunity to provide passenger only service.
