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An ariel image of the aquarium under construction in 1968. You can see before the construction of the aquarium that the wharf area was very desolate, with no attractions or leisure spots. You can also see the Central Artery in the top right corner…

An ariel image of the aquarium under construction in 1968. You can see before the construction of the aquarium that the wharf area was very desolate, with no attractions or leisure spots. You can also see the Central Artery in the top right corner…

The wharf has now become a destination for all. Seen here, a ferry is transporting people from Charlestown Navy Yard to Long Wharf, against a backdrop of the New England Aquarium.

Here you can clearly see the difference between the original, federalist style aquarium, and the new addition to the structure. You can also see the Harborwalk and pedestrians meandering around.

Here you can clearly see the difference between the original, federalist style aquarium, and the new addition to the structure. You can also see the Harborwalk and pedestrians meandering around.

The Aquarium is the only true structure on Central Wharf. Here you can see the whole museum, and the distinction between the original structure in the back and the new addition in the front.