National Register of Historic Places

Long Wharf and Customhouse Block

Long Wharf and Customhouse Block is a historic place in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000768.

Boston, Suffolk County, MassachusettsListed November 13, 1966NRIS #66000768★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Long Wharf and Customhouse Block?

Long Wharf is a historic pier in Boston, Massachusetts, United States, built between 1710 and 1721. It once extended from State Street nearly a half-mile into Boston Harbor; today, the much-shortened wharf functions as a dock for passenger ferries and sightseeing boats.

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Listing details

Name
Long Wharf and Customhouse Block
City
Boston
County
Suffolk County
Listed on the National Register
November 13, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000768
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.36024, -71.04886
When was Long Wharf and Customhouse Block listed on the National Register?

Long Wharf and Customhouse Block was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966.

Where is Long Wharf and Customhouse Block located?

Long Wharf and Customhouse Block is located in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts at approximately 42.36024, -71.04886. See the map above.

Is Long Wharf and Customhouse Block a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Long Wharf and Customhouse Block is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.