Chandler's Wharf

Chandler's Wharf (also known as Fisherman's Wharf; formerly known as Central Wharf)[1] is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine. It stands across Commercial Street from Dana Street and, on the waterfront side, between Long Wharf (to the north) and Widgery Wharf (to the south).[2][3][4][5]

Chandler's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf
Chandler's Wharf (2023)
Former name(s)Central Wharf
LocationCommercial Street, Portland, Maine, U.S.

The wharf, which is named for John Chandler,[6] is now home to condominiums and businesses.[5]

References
  1. Sterling's Marine Catalog: Being a Complete Marine Directory & Catalog Service for Shipbuilding Plants, Ship Repair Yards, Steamship Companies, Marine Manufacturers and Dealers and for Allied Industries ... Sterling-Cooper Corporation. 1920.
  2. "Greater Portland Landmarks". Greater Portland Landmarks. 2020-06-23. Retrieved 2023-06-19.
  3. "Plan of Portland, 1858". Maine Memory Network. Retrieved 2023-06-19.
  4. Guide to the Piers and Wharves of Portland Harbor - City of Portland
  5. "Walk the Working Waterfront" - PortlandMaine.com
  6. The Origins of the Street Names of the City of Portland, Maine as of 1995 – Norm and Althea Green, Portland Public Library (1995)

43°39′17″N 70°15′08″W

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