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Boston is the capital city of Massachusetts and the largest city in New England. Located in Suffolk County on Massachusetts Bay, the area was settled in 1630 and became the capital of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1632. Today, Bostonians welcome more than 10 million visitors annually and tourism is one of Boston's major industries. The city hosts several major sports teams including the Bruins (ice hockey), Red Sox (baseball), and Celtics (basketball). Events include the Boston Wine Festival, Applefest, Boston Festival of Bands, Oktoberfest, Caribbean Carnival, and the Boston Folk Festival.

African Meeting House

46 Joy St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 723-8863

http://www.afroammuseum.org/afmbeaconhill.htm

A three-story building dedicated in 1806, was the center for black community activities, and is said to be the oldest standing black church building in the United States.

Arnold Arboretum

125 Arborway

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 524-1718

http://arboretum.harvard.edu/

The Arnold Arboretum is a research and educational institution. It manages a collection of hardy trees, shrubs, and vines located on 265 acres in Boston, Massachusetts and associated herbarium and library collections. The grounds were planned and designed by the Arboretum's first director, Charles Sprague Sargent, in collaboration with the landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted as part of Boston's Emerald Necklace park system. Founded in 1872 and named for its benefactor James Arnold, the Arboretum continues to collect woody plants from around the world and offer horticultural education in accordance with its mission.

Bay State Cruises

164 Northern Ave.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 748-1428

http://boston-ptown.com/

Ferry Service Boston to Provincetown, Boston Harbor Entertainment Cruises, Tall Ships 2000, Charters and Directions to our terminals.

Boston Public Library

700 Boylston Street

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 536-5400

http://www.bpl.org/

The library has an extensive collection of rare book and manuscripts, and it also has exhibits of famous paintings.

Bull and Finch Pub/Cheers

84 Beacon Street

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 227-9605

http://www.cheersboston.com/

Bull and Finch Pub/Cheers. Visit the Bull and Finch Pub, the inspiration for the setting of the TV series Cheers. The pub offers a mouthwatering selection of traditional pub fare, an abundant beverage selection, a variety of draft beers, retail gallery and Direct Satellite TV.

Bunker Hill Monument

Monument Sq.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 242-5641

The monument represents where the Battle of Bunker Hill took place in June 17, 1775.

Charles Hayden Planetarium, The

Science Park

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 723-2500

http://www.mos.org/whats_happening/planetarium/auto-planet1.html

The plantetarium shows films about the stars, planets and other phenomena of the universe.

Charles River

SRs 9 and 128

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 727-5114

A reservation that is extended along both sides of the Charles River and within this 961-acre reservation there are plenty of recreational things to do.

Charles River Dam Visitors' Information Center, The

Charles River Dam, 250 Warren Ave., Charlestown

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 727-0488

This visitor center shows the operations of the Charles River Dam in a 12-minute multimedia presentation.

Charlestown Navy Yard

Located off I-93 in Charlestown

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 242-5601

Built in 1800, it is now part of Boston National Historical Park, but it served as a repair and depot for 174 year.

Children's Museum of Boston

300 Congress St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 426-8855

http://www.bostonkids.org/

elcome to The Children's Museum, Boston's best place for kids! Check out the exhibits and special events, and plan your visit to ARTHUR'S WORLD. The Museum provides fun for kids and adults, plus special resources for teaching and for early childhood development.

Church of Christ, Scientist

175 Huntington Ave.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 450-2000

http://www.tfccs.com/

Visit the TFCCS web site for more information on Christian Science, the writings of Mary Baker Eddy, and The Christian Science Publishing Society.

Computer Museum

Museum Wharf, 300 Congress St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 423-6758 or 426-2800

http://www.mos.org/tcm/tcm.html

The museum offers over 170 interactive exhibits that tell about the information revolution.

Faneuil Hall

66 North St.,

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 523-1300 or 338-2323

Built in 1742 and rebuilt in 1763 after a fire two years before, the building is known as the "Cradle of Liberty." The hall also has a military museum and paintings of notable battles.

First and Second Church in Boston, The

66 Marlborough St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 267-6730

http://home.sprintmail.com/~fscboston/

A Gothic Steeple from the former 1868 edifice, designed by Paul Rudolph in 1972.

Fort Warren

Reached by Ferry from Long Wharf, Georges Island, Boston Harbor Islands State Park

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 727-5250

The fort can be reached by ferry from Long Wharf and was built from 1834-60. It was used during the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, and World War I and II.

Gibson House Museum

137 Beacon St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 267-6338

A Boston Brownstone built in 1859, with Victorian furnishings.

Government Center

The old Scollay Sq. site

Boston, Massachusetts

The complex surrounds the city, state, and federal buildings, as wwell as shops and stores.

Granary Burying Ground

Tremont St.

Boston, Massachusetts

http://www.ci.boston.ma.us/freedomtrail/parkstreet.asp

Established in 1660, the burying grounds hold three signers of the Declaration of Independence and some other important figures of the past.

Harrison Gray Otis House

141 Cambridge St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 227-3956

Designed in 1796 by Charles Bulfinch for Harrison Gray Otis, a lawyer and Boston's third mayor. It has been refurnished in the style of the early 1800s, and is now the headquarters of the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities.

Institute of Contemporary Art

955 Boylston St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 266-5152

http://www.icaboston.org/

Found in 1936, the building is the first noncollecting contemporary art institution in the country.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

280 Fenway

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 566-1401 or 734-1359

http://www.boston.com/gardner/

The museum exhibits works by artists such as Titian and Rembrandt in a Venetian palace-type setting reminiscent of the 14th century.

John Hancock Observatory

St. James Ave. and Trinity Pl.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 572-6429

http://www.cityviewboston.com/

The observatory offers a view at 740 feet is said to be the highest vantage point in all of New England, and the view extends past the city and as far as the mountains of sothern New Hampshire.

King's Chapel

Tremont and School Sts.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 523-1749

http://www.kingschapel.net/

The first Anglican church in New England was built in 1754 on top of the original site which had been built in 1689. Later, it became the first Unitarian church.

King's Chapel Burying Ground

Tremont and School Sts, King's Chapel

Boston, Massachusetts

One of Boston's oldest burying grounds constaining some of America's famous people.

Louisburg Square

Beacon Hill, between Mount Vernon and Pinckney Sts.

Boston, Massachusetts

Contains an English courtyard atmosphere.

Mapparium

1 Norway St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 450-3790

http://www.ai.mit.edu/people/scaz/wedding/attr/mapparium.html

A 30-foot stained globe, representing the scope of the Christian Science Publishing Society.

Massachusetts Horticultural Society

300 Massachusetts Ave.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 536-9280

http://www.masshort.org/

The society includes information about the New England Spring Flower Show, our educational programs, library, bookstore and special events.

Mother Church, The

175 Huntington Ave., The Christian Science Church

Boston, Massachusetts

http://www.tfccs.com/GV/TMC/TMCMain.html

The chuch is the world headquarters of the Christian Science Church.

Mugar Omni Theater

Science Park

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 723-2500

http://www.mos.org/whats_happening/omni/auto-omni1.html

The theater holds a four-story, domed screen that creates a wraparound effect.

Multimedia Bible Exhibit

101 Belvidere St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 450-3732

The Bible exhibit presents a nondenominational presentation about the Bible.

Museum at the John Fitzgerald Kennedy Library, The

Tech University of Massachusetts, Morrissey Blvd.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 929-4523

http://www.cs.umb.edu/jfklibrary/musmenu.htm

The museum for our 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy serves as a memorial to him, and it also contains information about his life.

Museum of Science

Science Park

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 723-2500

http://www.mos.org/

Find out what's happening at the museum, get general information about the museum, shop on-line and buy tickets, help support the museum, preview what's coming to the museum, find out about the learning resources at the museum, plan your visit to the museum, explore on-line exhibits, visit us at www.mos.org, email us at www.mos.org.

Museum of the Fine Arts

465 Huntington Ave.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 267-9300

http://www.mfa.org/

View highlights from exhibitions and permanent collection; shop for art-inspired gifts; become a Museum member; browse upcoming events; plan a visit to the MFA.

Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists

300 Walnut Ave.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 442-8614

http://207.127.106.125/

The museum is housed in a neo-Gothic mansion that offers changing exhibits by various black artists worldwide.

New England Aquarium

Central Wharf, off Atlantic Ave.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 973-5200

http://www.neaq.org/

The aquarium exhibits more than 12,000 fish and aquatic animals ranging from penguins to piranhas.

New England Historic Genealogical Society

101 Newbury St., corner of Clarendon St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 536-5740

http://www.nehgs.org/

New England Ancestors, a service provided by NEHGS, is a genealogy resource for research and family history. Search for vital records and published family genealogy histories. Learn how to research or hire a researcher to do it for you. Buy a book, borrow a book, join a genealogy discussion group, read the latest genealogical articles by leading researchers.

Nichols House Museum

55 Mount Vernon St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 227-6993

This Federal-style house on Beacon Hill was the formal home of Rose Standish Nichols, a prominent Bostonian. The house holds the Nichols' 16th to 19th century furnishings showing their wealth and privilege during the times.

Old Corner Bookstore

Washington Street at School Street

Boston, Massachusetts

http://www.historicboston.org/old_corner_bookstore_buildings.htm

The historic building has been renevated and fixed up over its time selling books.

Old North Church

193 Salem St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 523-6676

http://www.oldnorth.com/

Built in 1723, the church is the oldest church building in Boston and it has the first peal (bells) on this continent, some of the oldest in the world. This is the site where a sexton displayed two lanterns from a steeple to signal the departure of the British from Boston.

Old South Meeting House

310 Washington St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 482-6439

http://www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org/

Through artifacts, life-like figures, and interactive exhibits, Voices of Protest traces the use of the Old South Meeting House for religious, political, and social debate over three centuries.

Old State House

Washington St., at State St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 720-3290

http://www.bostonhistory.org/frameset.php3?t=old_state_hs_hist.html

Built on the site of the old 1657 Town House, the Old State House was built in 1713, and is Boston's oldest public building. In 1780, John Hancock was inaugurated at the state house as the first governor of the commonwealth.

Park Street Church

Park and Tremont Sts.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 523-3383

http://www.parkstreet.org/

The church was built in 1809 and is the site where William Lloyd Garrison's first antislavery address in 1829.

Paul Revere House

19 North Sq.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 523-2338

http://www.paulreverehouse.org/

This is the oldest downtown building in Boston and was built about 1680. Paul Revere owned this house between 1770-1800, and it still contains 17th and 18th-century furnishings and memorabilia. Join the Friends of Paul Revere today and distinguish yourself as an active supporter of America's cultural heritage.

Prudential Center

between Huntington Ave. and Boylston St.

Boston, Massachusetts

http://www.prudentialcenter.com/

Come visit The City Under Glass. Here you�ll find an amazing array of shops ready to outfit you for any adventure. And an exciting variety of food at some of Boston�s most impressive restaurants. All in the heart of Boston�s fashionable Back Bay. Come visit The Shops at Prudential Center at 800 Boylston Street � and experience our city under glass.

Prudential Tower Skywalk

50th floor

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 859-0648

The tower offers a panorama view of the city and the suburbs.

Public Garden

bordered by Boylston, Charles, Beacon and Arlington Sts.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 522-1966

The garden is landscaped and accented with statuary.

Shirley-Eustis House, The

33 Shirley St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 442-2275

http://www.shirleyeustishouse.org/

The Shirley-Eustis House is a historic home located in Boston, MA. Shirley Place was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960. The Shirley-Eustis House celebrates its 250th Anniversary in 1999.

Soldiers' Monument

On Dorchester Heights

Boston, Massachusetts

http://www.ai.org/iwm/html/aaa_sasm.html

A monument representing where George Washington drove the British form Boston on March 17, 1776.

State House

Beacon St., head of Park St.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 727-3676

Part of the original brick front section still remains, and was built in 1798 by Charles Bulfinch. Inside the state house there are statues, historical paintings, transparencies of battle flags and war relics.

The Boston Common

borders Beacon, Charles, Boylston, Tremont and Park Sts.

Boston, Massachusetts

The oldest public park in the country.

The Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum

Congress Street Bridge

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 338-1773

http://www.bostonteapartyship.com/

Come see the wonders of the sea at Key West's first attraction, The Key West Aquarium. Let our friendly staff bring our native waters to life with narrated tours and live shark feedings and pettings. Perhaps one of the most unique aquariums in the world, the Key West Aquarium.

Trinity Church

Copley Sq.

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 536-0944

http://www.trinitychurchboston.org/

The Romanesque church was consecrated in 1877 and designed by Henry Hobson Richardson, considered to his greatest architectural work.

USS Constitution Museum

Charlestown Navy Yard

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 426-1812

http://www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org/

The museum has exhibits that let their visitors command Old Ironsides and there is a 3-hour tour that covers a cruise of the Boston Harbor, the museum, and the USS Constitution.

USS Constitution, The

Pier 1, Charlestown Navy Yard

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 242-5670

http://www.ussconstitution.navy.mil/

The only official site of USS CONSTITUTION, Old Ironsides. We have photo galleries, news releases, visitor information, Constitution and crew in the news, the ship history and much more.

Whites of Their Eyes

Bunker Hill Pavilion, on the Freedon Trail, Next to the USS Constitution in Charlestown

Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 241-7575

http://www.agt.net/public/cwgroup/whites.html

A multimedia reenactment of the Battle of Bunker.

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