Location | Commercial Street, Portland, Maine, U.S. |
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Long Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It stands across Commercial Street, between Market Street and Moulton Street and, on the waterfront side, between Portland Pier (to the north) and Chandler's Wharf (to the south). [1] [2] [3]
Portland Lobster Company stands at the foot of the wharf, at Commercial Street, while DiMillo's On the Water is a floating restaurant located on a boat moored at the wharf. [4] [5] Sections of the former Berlin Wall stands on the southern side of the wharf, near today's Gorham Savings Bank. [6]
Portland Pier is located at the intersection of Commercial Street and Silver Street on the eastern waterfront in Portland, Maine. It is located between Custom House Wharf and Long Wharf, on the edge of the Fore River.
The Portland Fish Pier is a fishing pier located in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It is a major hub for the commercial fishing industry, and is home to the Portland Fish Exchange, where over 20 million pounds (9.1 kt) of seafood a year are bought and sold. A fishermen's memorial is also located at the pier.
The Old Port is a district of Portland, Maine, known for its cobblestone streets, 19th-century brick buildings and fishing piers. The district contains boutiques, restaurants and bars. Because of its reputation for nightlife, the Old Port is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
Commercial Street is a downtown street in the Old Port of Portland, Maine, United States. It is part of U.S. Route 1A. It became the Old Port's waterfront in the early 20th century, replacing Fore Street, after land was reclaimed from the waters of Casco Bay and the Fore River.
MaineWharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine. It is located on Commercial Street, between Franklin Street and Pearl Street, on the edge of the Fore River. On the waterfront side, it is situated between Maine State Pier and Custom House Wharf.
Custom HouseWharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. Named for Portland's United States Custom House, which stands across Commercial Street from the wharf, on Pearl Street, the wharf is located between Maine Wharf and Portland Pier.
Chandler's Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It stands across Commercial Street from Dana Street and, on the waterfront side, between Long Wharf and Widgery Wharf.
DiMillo's On the Water is a floating restaurant in Portland, Maine, United States. It is located on the former New York car ferry, which ran between Norfolk and Hampton, Virginia, then between Newport and Jamestown, Rhode Island. It is now permanently berthed at Portland's Long Wharf. The vessel is 206 feet (63 m) long, 65 feet (20 m) wide, and weighs 700 tons. The DiMillo family also owns the marina that surrounds the vessel.
Cumberland Avenue is a downtown street in Portland, Maine, United States. Part of Maine State Route 100, it runs for around 1.57 miles (2.53 km) from Merrill Street, on Munjoy Hill in the northeast, to Deering Avenue in the southwest.
Union Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine. It stands across Commercial Street from Union Street and, on the waterfront side, between Widgery Wharf and Merrill's Wharf, on the edge of the Fore River.
Merrill's Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It stands across Commercial Street from Cross Street and, on the waterfront side, between Union Wharf and Portland Fish Pier. It was formerly known as Dana's Wharf.
Fore Street is a downtown street in Portland, Maine, United States. Dating to 1724, it runs for around 1 mile (1.6 km), from the Eastern Promenade on Munjoy Hill in the northeast to Pleasant Street in the southwest. Near its midsection, Fore Street crosses Franklin Street. It splits briefly at Boothby Square, shortly after passing the United States Custom House. The street passes through the Old Port district.
The 2024 Portland flood was caused by heavy rainfall, an astronomical high tide, and high winds in Portland, Maine. It occurred, across coastal central Maine, on January 13, 2024, causing severe flooding, especially in Portland's Old Port district and around Back Cove. The storm followed another one, three days earlier, which also occurred during high tide.
Moulton Street is a historic downtown street in Portland, Maine, United States. Situated in the heart of the Old Port, it runs for around 233 feet (71 m), from Fore Street in the northwest to Commercial Street in the southeast. One-way from Fore Street, its surface is cobblestoned, with brick sidewalks. The street is named for William H. Moulton, president of the Cumberland Bank, which stood at the corner of Moulton and Commercial.
Wright Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It is located on Commercial Street between Chandler's Wharf and Hobson's Wharf. Brown's Wharf formerly stood to the north, where the parking lot for Portland Fish Pier is today.
Hobson's Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It is located on Commercial Street between Wright Wharf and Berlin Mills Wharf. It is located across Commercial Street from High Street.
BerlinMillsWharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It is located on Commercial Street between Hobson's Wharf and Holyoke Wharf. It is located across Commercial Street from High Street.
HolyokeWharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It is located on Commercial Street between Berlin Mills Wharf and Sturdivant's Wharf.
Sturdivant's Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It is located on Commercial Street between Holyoke Wharf and Deake's Wharf. It stands across Commercial Street from Park Street.
Deake'sWharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine, on the edge of the Fore River. It is located on Commercial Street immediately south of Sturdivant's Wharf.
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