India Wharf

India Wharf was a maritime commercial pier in Boston that extended into the harbor with a stone structure housing 32 commercial spaces for merchandise storage and trading operations. The building functioned as a major transfer point for imported and exported goods.

The structure was completed in 1804 following architect Charles Bulfinch's design and quickly became a major commercial hub. It served as Boston's primary center for Asian trade throughout the 1800s.

The wharf housed consulates from Sweden, Norway, Belgium, and Russia, reflecting Boston's role as a hub for international business and diplomacy. These diplomatic offices underscored the site's importance in connecting the city to global trade networks.

The original wharf site is now occupied by Harbor Towers, constructed in 1971 along Boston's downtown waterfront. The location remains easily accessible near the city center and the harbor district.

Traders at this location handled specific goods including tea, coffee, spices, and fruit brought by large sailing ships from Canton and Calcutta. These exotic products shaped Boston's commercial identity and daily life during the 1800s.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 42.35780,-71.05020

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47