Port Dover in Norfolk County, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Commercial Fishermen Monument

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 25, 2022

1. Commercial Fishermen Monument

Inscription. This monument is dedicated to those commercial fishermen who have lost their lives on the lake. It will serve as a lasting memorial celebrating the heritage of our fishing ports and the unique and hazardous way of life of our fishermen.

Erected 2000 by The Eastern Lake Erie Fishermen's Association.

Topics. This historical marker and monument is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels.

Location. 42° 46.93′ N, 80° 12.072′ W. Marker is in Port Dover, Ontario, in Norfolk County. Marker is on Harbour Street south of St. George Street when traveling south. The monument is located at the south end of Harbour Street, overlooking the Port Dover Pier and Lake Erie. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Harbour Street, Port Dover ON N0A 1N0, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Port Dover Lighthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); The Railways (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Summer Garden (about 150 meters away); The Capture of Detroit / La Prise de Détroit (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); From Schooners to Steam Tugs (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); The Norfolk Tavern

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(approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Kahlenberg Engine (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); My Kahlenberg Dream - Harry B. Barrett (approx. 0.4 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Port Dover.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 25, 2022

2. Commercial Fishermen Monument

Looking south. Lake Erie in background.

Credits. This page was last revised on November 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 18, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 43 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 18, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.