Boston Boat from Penobscot Bay Tearoom and Camps

Boston Boat from Penobscot Bay Tearoom and Camps

"Boston Boat from Penobscot Bay Tearoom and Camps" Belfast, Maine, Penobscot Bay Camps, Tearoom, Boat The Penobscot Bay Camps were located on Searsport Avenue (U. S. Route 1) in Belfast. In addition to the cottages, the Camps featured a tea room (at far right) and a recreation area. A steamer can be seen in the bay to the right of "The Monument" which marks the location of Steele's ledge. Originally placed there in 1828, it was washed away as was its replacement. The present structure dates to 1888. The steamer is one of the sister ships "Belfast" or "Camden". On the far right is a gas pump featuring Socony gas. The drums with mounted hand pumps to the right are likely for lubricating oils.