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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000
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SUMMARY:The Revolutions of The Ashley House
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the ideals of liberty and justice played out in complex ways within this 18th-century homestead on a thought-provoking guided tour. \nThis wasn’t just the home of prominent patriot John Ashley and his family\, but also of the people they enslaved here. One of them\, Elizabeth ‘Mum Bett’ Freeman\, has long been lauded for her courageous and impactful freedom suit that helped end slavery in Massachusetts. While Freeman has reached near legendary status\, the stories of other enslaved people\, including her daughter Betsey\, her co-defendant Brom\, brothers Zach and Adam Mullen\, John Sheldon\, Harry\, Caesar\, and Mary are just being rediscovered through recent\, ongoing research. \nSet against the backdrop of Revolutionary-era New England\, the tour offers a deeper\, more inclusive understanding of liberty\, justice\, and the power of individual courage. \nPre-registration is required as space is limited.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-revolutions-of-the-ashley-house/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:The Ashley House\, Cooper Hill Road 117\, Sheffield\, Massachusetts\, 01257\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Event,Tours,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T100000
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SUMMARY:USA 250 Urban Naturalist Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a special nature walk highlighting the landscapes\, stories\, and living heritage that have shaped our nation since its founding. As we explore the trails\, we’ll connect the natural world around us to 250 years of American history\, discovering the plants\, wildlife\, and ecosystems that have witnessed generations of change.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/usa-250-urban-naturalist-walk/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Zoo\, 1 Franklin Park Road\, Boston\, MA\, 02121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Outdoors,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zoo New England":MAILTO:info@zoonewengland.org
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-12/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T153000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T100000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190914Z
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SUMMARY:Chasing Liberty: Black Newburyporters and Privateers in Highland Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Join Ghlee Woodworth for a walking tour focused on the memorials of Newburyport’s Black community and Revolutionary privateers. \nWander through Newburyport’s historic Highland Cemetery with a special guide – noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth\, a 12th generation Newburyport native. During this special event\, Woodworth will focus on the memorials of Newburyport’s once-thriving Black community\, and the graves of Newburyport’s legendary privateers. Hear the story of “Guinea village”\, the slang term for the Black neighborhood nearby and learn more about efforts to commemorate and celebrate Black lives and experiences. Learn about the remarkable life of Captain Offin Boardman\, chasing liberty in a different way.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/chasing-liberty-black-newburyporters-and-privateers-in-highland-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:Highland Cemetery\, Hill Street 21\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Outdoors,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Old Newbury":MAILTO:info@newburyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T194351Z
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SUMMARY:Chasing Liberty: Black Newburyporters and Privateers in Highland Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Join Ghlee Woodworth for a walking tour focused on the memorials of Newburyport’s Black community and Revolutionary privateers. \nWander through Newburyport’s historic Highland Cemetery with a special guide – noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth\, a 12th generation Newburyport native. During this special event\, Woodworth will focus on the memorials of Newburyport’s once-thriving Black community\, and the graves of Newburyport’s legendary privateers. Hear the story of “Guinea village”\, the slang term for the Black neighborhood nearby and learn more about efforts to commemorate and celebrate Black lives and experiences. Learn about the remarkable life of Captain Offin Boardman\, chasing liberty in a different way.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/chasing-liberty-black-newburyporters-and-privateers-in-highland-cemetery/
LOCATION:Highland Cemetery\, Hill Street 21\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Outdoors,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Old Newbury":MAILTO:info@newburyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T183600Z
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SUMMARY:1776 at The Mission House
DESCRIPTION:Join Mark Wilson\, Director of Historic Collections\, for a special curator’s tour focused on life in Revolutionary Stockbridge and uncover a powerful chapter in the history of The Mission House. \nExplore historic spaces\, artifacts\, and stories drawn from the site’s rich history\, and discover how global events reverberated through this Berkshire community. Learn about Dr. Erastus Sergeant\, a captain in the Burgoyne Campaign and surgeon at Fort Ticonderoga; his wife Elizabeth Partridge Sergeant\, left to manage The Mission House and six young children amidst the war; Wappinger Sachem Daniel Ninham\, who led a company of Native American soldiers in Washington’s Army; Agrippa Hull\, a free Black man who served as trusted orderly to Tadeusz Kościuszko for five years; and other local residents whose lives were forever changed by the conflict. \nSpace is limited and preregistration is required. This tour requires walking and standing for one hour.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/1776-at-the-mission-house/2026-07-17/
LOCATION:The Mission House\, Main Street 19\, Stockbridge\, Massachusetts\, 01263\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Trustees":MAILTO:kknisley@thetrustees.org
GEO:42.2833632;-73.3158257
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-17/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
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SUMMARY:Newburyport’s Revolution: From High Street to the Waterfront
DESCRIPTION:Follow Newburyport’s road to revolution through merchant mansions\, taverns\, privateering\, shipmasters\, and Market Square. \nJoin noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth for a walk from the 1808 Cushing House down State Street into the commercial and maritime heart of Newburyport. Hear how taverns\, merchant mansions\, privateering fortunes\, shipmasters\, and public spaces helped shape the city during the American Revolution. Along the way\, discover women’s roles in supporting the Revolution\, and explore Tristram and Ruth Dalton\, Patrick and Nathaniel Tracy\, the Wolfe Tavern\, the Marine Society\, and Market Square\, while tracing how later fires\, urban renewal\, and preservation reshaped the streets where Revolutionary Newburyport unfolded.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/newburyports-revolution-from-high-street-to-the-waterfront/
LOCATION:Museum of Old Newbury\, 98 High Street\, Newburyport\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190502Z
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SUMMARY:Newburyport's Revolution: From High Street to the Waterfront
DESCRIPTION:Follow Newburyport’s road to revolution through merchant mansions\, taverns\, privateering\, shipmasters\, and Market Square. \nJoin noted author and historian Ghlee Woodworth for a walk from the 1808 Cushing House down State Street into the commercial and maritime heart of Newburyport. Hear how taverns\, merchant mansions\, privateering fortunes\, shipmasters\, and public spaces helped shape the city during the American Revolution. Along the way\, discover women’s roles in supporting the Revolution\, and explore Tristram and Ruth Dalton\, Patrick and Nathaniel Tracy\, the Wolfe Tavern\, the Marine Society\, and Market Square\, while tracing how later fires\, urban renewal\, and preservation reshaped the streets where Revolutionary Newburyport unfolded.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/newburyports-revolution-from-high-street-to-the-waterfront-3/
LOCATION:Museum of Old Newbury\, 98 High Street\, Newburyport\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
CREATED:20260625T201806Z
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SUMMARY:America Through Animals: Exploring 250 Years of History at Franklin Park Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Led by historian Rory Browne (D.Phil)\, this tour will uncover connections between the Zoo’s animals\, landscapes and America’s past\, from the colonial era and the founding of the nation to westward expansion\, scientific discovery and the dawn of the modern age.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/america-through-animals-exploring-250-years-of-history-at-franklin-park-zoo/
LOCATION:Franklin Park Zoo\, 1 Franklin Park Road\, Boston\, MA\, 02121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Outdoors,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zoo New England":MAILTO:info@zoonewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
CREATED:20260529T165852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T165852Z
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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GEO:42.360126;-71.0523586
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
CREATED:20260625T165116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T165116Z
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SUMMARY:Headquarters of a Revolution: Washington’s Arrival in Cambridge
DESCRIPTION:Explore the people\, ideas\, and questions that shaped General George Washington’s first revolutionary headquarters 251 years ago this July. Choose your path through this free\, all-ages event featuring historic house and outdoor walking tours; family activities; film screenings; living historians\, a Story Walk\, and more. Free and open to all! \nThe house at 105 Brattle Street\, now Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site\, served as Washington’s first military headquarters of the American Revolution from July 1775-March 1776. Headquarters was a testing ground for many of the ideals\, institutions\, and questions that still define our country. This event will reveal Cambridge Headquarters as a complex hub of revolutionary activity\, where generals\, enslaved people\, paid laborers\, poets\, Indigenous diplomats\, politicians\, self-emancipated families\, and soldiers shaped history.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/headquarters-of-a-revolution-washingtons-arrival-in-cambridge/
LOCATION:Longfellow House-Washington Headquarters\, Brattle Street 105\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site":MAILTO:emily_levine@nps.gov
GEO:42.377391;-71.1264099
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T165852Z
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hub Town Tours":MAILTO:help@hubtowntours.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260709T040332
CREATED:20260529T165852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T165852Z
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T170000
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DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T170000
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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