With comfortable seating and stylish purple walls, Somerville Theater is an amazing place to catch the latest blockbusters to hit the big screen. Additionally, the Somerville Theater also hosts concerts and live music events featuring popular regional and international touring acts. A cafe and old-fashioned popcorn stand complete the nostalgic experience. It's no surprise that students and young professionals consider Davis Square such a hip locale.
Este estádio de beisebol mundialmente famoso tem sido um ponto de referência na cena de entretenimento de Boston desde sua inauguração em 1912. O campo é ladeado à esquerda pelo Green Monster, um icônico muro de campo de 11,28 metros de altura com um placar operado manualmente. Uma peça única da história cívica, o Parque Fenway é um dos estádios de beisebol da Liga Principal de Baisebol mais antigos ainda em uso, e orgulhosamente abriga o Boston Red Sox. Com uma capacidade de mais de 37.000 espectadores, o estádio irradia energia nos dias de jogo, quando os fiéis fãs locais aplaudem orgulhosamente o time da casa.
With a planetarium, an IMAX movie theater, a two-story Van de Graaf generator capable of producing high volts of electricity, and several exceptional and informative exhibits, the Museum of Science is truly impressive. Children love the interactive discovery center, Garden Walk and Insect Zoo full of plants and bugs, and the dinosaur exhibit with fossils and life-size models. These and the hundreds of other exhibits make this museum one of Boston's top attractions. This educational and entertaining museum is perfect for the whole family.
O Boston Common é um dos parques mais antigos da América, localizado no coração de Boston, oferece opções de recreação e uma visão da história por meio de inúmeros monumentos do passado. Designado como espaço público na década de 1640, soldados britânicos acamparam aqui durante a Guerra Revolucionária. Parte do Caminho da Liberdade, o parque faz fronteira com a Massachusetts State House e Beacon Hill. Um local favorito é o Frog Pond, que também funciona como uma pista de patinação no gelo. O parque é o início do Emerald Necklace, uma sequência de sete milhas (12 quilômetros) de parques locais projetados por Frederick Law Olmsted, um popular arquiteto paisagista.
Do outro lado da Rua Charles do Parque Boston Common, o jardim público é elegantemente paisagístico com canteiros de flores, lagoas, caminhos para caminhadas e estátuas, incluindo um notável monumento de George Washington a cavalo. Admire a beleza natural e observe enquanto os casais posam para suas fotografias de casamento na maioria dos fins de semana de verão. A história infantil 'Deixe Passagem para os Patinhos' aconteceu aqui, e há uma escultura popular dos patinhos no canto nordeste do parque. Um passeio em seus famosos barco de cisne é uma experiência essencial para os visitantes.
Se você planeja visitar a USS Constitution no Charlestown Navy Yard, o USS Constitution Museum é uma visita obrigatória. Venha e descubra como era a vida da tripulação que serviu na Old Ironsides. Faça uma viagem à história americana e saiba mais sobre a vida no mar, a Revolução e a Guerra de 1812. Uma experiência divertida e educativa para toda a família. Não deixe de conferir a loja de presentes para levar um pedaço da história para casa!
This nautical buff's heaven at MIT has two large rooms filled with photos and memorabilia. The history of modern boat design and building, especially relating to New England and to MIT's naval architecture department, is the focus of the museum's collection. Exhibits concerning modern propulsion and underwater exploration are featured as well. The display of ship models is the focal point of the museum. Admission to the museum is free.
The Brewster's Island is a three-acre expanse of land that is a Coast Guard navigational aid. Climb the 76 stairs and the two ladders to reach the top of the Boston Light on the island, which is the oldest running lighthouse in the country. Cruise out to this island for some adventure but make sure you don't take your pets along as they are not permitted here.
If history fascinates you, this tour may definitely be of your interest. Browse through newspapers and documents from the colonial era and hear engaging stories passed down from generation to generation. A descendant of settlers of colonial Boston, Ben L. Edwards conducts these entertaining and educational tours. This children's book author and a relative of Paul Revere has made these tours one of the most popular in Boston. You will get a chance to explore 14 sites like the Massachusetts State House and the Granary Burying Ground. So if informative and fun tours are what you are looking for, make sure you reserve your private family and group tours in advance.
Muslims in the city converge here on important Islamic festivals like Eid-Ul-Adha, months like Ramadan, and every Friday afternoon for the special weekly prayer. Sermons are given and congregations are led by a learned Muslim scholar who also offers guidance on Islamic matters. One can also search for a Muslim priest to conduct marriage ceremonies here.
The Boston University Sailing Pavilion serves up the whims of experienced sailors to enjoy sailing boathouse or splash-splashing with kayaking. The university offers annual or seasonal sailing cards for reasonable fees to enjoy recreational sailing at the Pavilion. In case you are planing to take your family or friend along, you will be charged a nominal amount per person.
The Third Baptist Church built the Charles Street Meeting House in 1807 following the instructions and designs of Asher Benjamin. The meeting house or church is famous for being one of the pioneers to host various anti-slavery speeches. Some of the notable speakers who have presented their case here are Frederick Douglass, Wendell Phillips and Harriet Tubman to name a few. The meeting house is worth visiting for the memories and the treasures it holds.