View these Erie, PA bayfront photos from 1986 featuring the Public Dock, grain elevator, railroad tracks and muddy conditions: Christine’s Chronicles

by Christine Lorraine Morgan, April 1, 2026

Note: Some of these images have been “restored,” others have not.

Another roll of film, another ride along Erie’s bayfront to document its appearance before big developmental changes. This time I attempted to capture the scenery on the east side of State Street and the Public Dock.

At the time it all seemed like such a desolate area to photograph but in retrospect, I am so glad for having undertaken the effort and expense of capturing these views.

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