Fulton Fish Market Collection

FULTON FISH MARKET, 1943. The Fulton Fish Market in New York City. Photograph by Gordon Parks, 1943

NYC, Manhattan, View of South Street, FDR Drive with Jerry Driscoll Walk

NYC, Manhattan, View of East River with Brooklyn Bridge near South Street and FDR Drive

City sanitation workman washing streets at Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
City sanitation workman washing streets at Fulton fish market. New York, New York

Foggy morning at Fulton fish market, New York City, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York City, foggy morning at Fulton fish market

Push cart fruit vendor at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Push cart fruit vendor at the Fulton fish market

Dock stevedores packing and icing fish at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Dock stevedores packing and icing fish at the Fulton fish market

A "hooker"shovelling redfish onto the scales in the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A " hooker" shovelling redfish onto the scales in the Fulton fish market

Ice which is used to store fish on boats that bring their catches into Fulton... New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Ice which is used to store fish on boats that bring their catches into Fulton fish market

Baskets of seafood at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Baskets of seafood at the Fulton fish market

Shipping fish by horse-drawn vehicle from Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Shipping fish by horse-drawn vehicle from Fulton fish market

Box of fish at the Fulton fish market waiting to be iced, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Box of fish at the Fulton fish market waiting to be iced

Possibly: A hoister unloading fish at Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
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Loading boxes of fish to be shipped to hotels and restaurants at the Fulton fish... New York, 1943
New York, New York. Loading boxes of fish to be shipped to hotels and restaurants at the Fulton fish market

Watering fish at the Fulton fish market with brine water, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Watering fish at the Fulton fish market with brine water

Many of the Fulton fish market men are in the armed forces, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Many of the Fulton fish market men are in the armed forces. [ Fulton Markets Men in the Armed Forces of our Country - For Victory!

A hoister unloading fish at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A hoister unloading fish at the Fulton fish market

Fisherman holding a large catch at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Fisherman holding a large catch at the Fulton fish market

A scene at Fultons fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A scene at Fultons fish market

Possibly: Watering fish at the Fulton fish market with brine water, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
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Icing the hold of a ship at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Icing the hold of a ship at the Fulton fish market

New England fisherman aboard their ship at Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. New England fisherman aboard their ship at Fulton fish market

Fulton fish market stevedores, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Fulton fish market stevedores

New England fishermen resting on the Fulton docks, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. New England fishermen resting on the Fulton docks

Possibly: Filling a barrel with codfish at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
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Filling a barrel with codfish at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Filling a barrel with codfish at the Fulton fish market

Unloading fish from the hold of a New England fishing boat at the Fulton market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Unloading fish from the hold of a New England fishing boat at the Fulton market

Possibly: Unloading fish from the hold of a New England fishing boat at the... New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: New York, New York. Unloading fish from the hold of a New England fishing boat at the Fulton market]

Dock stevedore at the Fulton fish market moving a barrel of codfish, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Dock stevedore at the Fulton fish market moving a barrel of codfish

Barrels for loading fish at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Barrels for loading fish at the Fulton fish market

A scene in the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A scene in the Fulton fish market

The New England fishing boat, the Catherine C, docked at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. The New England fishing boat, the Catherine C, docked at the Fulton fish market

Dock stevedore at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Dock stevedore at the Fulton fish market

Packing fish in barrels at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Packing fish in barrels at the Fulton fish market

Possibly: Fulton fish market dock stevedores unloading and weighing fish in the... New York, 1943
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: New York, New York. Fulton fish market dock stevedores unloading and weighing fish in the early morning]

A scene at the Fulton fish market showing the dock where New England fishing, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A scene at the Fulton fish market showing the dock where New England fishing boats unload their cargo

Fulton fish market dock stevedores unloading and weighing fish in the early morning, New York, 1943
New York, New York. Fulton fish market dock stevedores unloading and weighing fish in the early morning

Fulton fish market stevedores unloading and weighing fish in the early morning, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Fulton fish market stevedores unloading and weighing fish in the early morning

Fulton fish market dock stevedores with lobsters caught in the New England... New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Fulton fish market dock stevedores with lobsters caught in the New England fishing waters

Icing barrels of fish at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Icing barrels of fish at the Fulton fish market

Unloading and packing fish at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Unloading and packing fish at the Fulton fish market

New England fishermen unloading fish at Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. New England fishermen unloading fish at Fulton fish market

Possibly: New England fishermen unloading fish at Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: New York, New York. New England fishermen unloading fish at Fulton fish market]

Possibly: Barrels of fish on the docks at the Fulton fish market ready to be... New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: New York, New York. Barrels of fish on the docks at the Fulton fish market ready to be shipped to retailers]

Late evening scene at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Late evening scene at the Fulton fish market

A sign at the Fulton fish market advertising a fish dealers banquet and hall, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A sign at the Fulton fish market advertising a fish dealers banquet and hall

Workmen from the sanitary department flushing the street in front of the Fulton... New York, 1943
New York, New York. Workmen from the sanitary department flushing the street in front of the Fulton fish market late in the evening

Crates of seafood waiting for delivery at the Fulton fish market, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. Crates of seafood waiting for delivery at the Fulton fish market

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Step back in time to the bustling streets of New York City in 1943, where the Fulton Fish Market was a hub of activity. Captured through the lens of photographer Gordon Parks, these snapshots offer a glimpse into the daily life and vibrant energy that filled this iconic marketplace. In one frame, we see city sanitation workers diligently washing the streets surrounding Fulton fish market, ensuring cleanliness and order amidst the chaos. The foggy morning adds an air of mystery as vendors set up their push carts, offering fresh fruits alongside an array of seafood delights. Dock stevedores are hard at work packing and icing fish brought in by boats from afar. Their precision and efficiency ensure that each catch is preserved perfectly for eager customers. Nearby, a "hooker" shovels redfish onto scales with practiced ease - a testament to years spent honing their craft. Ice plays a crucial role at Fulton fish market; it is used not only to store fish on arriving boats but also to keep boxes chilled until they reach their final destination - hotels and restaurants throughout New York City. Baskets overflowing with seafood showcase the abundance available here, while horse-drawn vehicles transport crates brimming with fresh catches. The atmosphere at Fulton fish market is electric - a symphony of sights, sounds, and smells that captivate all who pass through its gates. From hoisters unloading fish to workers loading boxes onto trucks bound for culinary establishments across the city - every moment tells a story within this historic marketplace. As you immerse yourself in these captivating images captured by Gordon Parks, let your imagination wander back to 1943 when Fulton Fish Market was alive with commerce and camaraderie. Experience firsthand how this bustling hub shaped New York City's culinary landscape while leaving an indelible mark on its rich history.