Take the time to stroll the bay and stop by the Fisherman's Memorial. This is a fantastic educational tool for the kids. It is remarkable to read the list of names of Mariners and their families who gave their all.

Touristy, but have to see it if in the area. Can't miss it as you come into Gloucester along the water. A monument to all the fishermen in the area - and everywhere for that matter.

This memorial is dedicated to the thousands of fishermen who have lost their lives at sea. Also be sure to visit the Fishermen's Wives' Memorial just a short distance away. The boulevard faces the large harbor and offers a great place for picture taking.

If only the city could take some interest in what it promotes. The entire place is a goldmine waiting to explode.

The monument sits in the middle of a wonderful boulevard that gives you an unequalled view of the harbor. Gloucester was once North America's premier fishing port, and the monument recognizes the fishermen who went to sea on the sailing vessels of old. There is also a record of all of theousands of fishermen who lost there life at sea... More

I was sitting at this statues overlooking the hungry ocean. 'They that go down to the sea in ships ', that's what it says on the statue, where a sailor triesd to keep the helm in bad weather. I had just heard first hand the story of the 'Andrea Gail' vanished in the perfect storm on her way back from... More

It's always nice walking Stacy Boulevard on any type day. Totally relaxing....easy parking...cool on a hot summer's day. The Fisherman's monument along with the names listed of all those who we lost at sea is a definite picture taking area. Go across the bridge and you'll find the Fisherman's Wife's Memorial...which is always nicely decorated. Across the street, a bit... More

For anyone who's watched a seafaring movie, this is a statue worth seeing. It makes you feel humble to think of man's attempts to conquer the ocean.

The Fisherman's Memorial was erected in bronze in 1925. Standing eight feet tall and staring out to sea, the memorial is a fitting remembrance of Gloucester fishermen who have been lost at sea over the course of the last 385 years or so. The setting is stunning and the bronze plaques with names of those lost is poignant, reminding visitors... More