In November 2005, the Fulton Fish Market, which had operated at its historic South Street Seaport location since 1822, was relocated to a new facility in the Bronx, New York. The move was prompted by the need for modern infrastructure and the redevelopment of the Manhattan waterfront. The new market, located in the Hunts Point neighborhood, is a state-of-the-art facility that can handle the growing volume of seafood trade. The relocation marked the end of an era for the historic market, but ensured its continued operation as a vital hub for the East Coast fishing industry.

The relocation of the Fulton Fish Market was lamented by New York poets and writers, who saw it as a loss of the city's historic character. Authors like Colson Whitehead and Paul Auster have referenced the move in their works, evoking the nostalgia for the old market's bustling atmosphere. The event also inspired poetry that reflected on the changing nature of urban commerce and the enduring connection between the city and the sea.