A western suburb of Boston, Waltham was founded as long ago as 1636 and has a rich history, especially when it comes to industry. From 1814 seminal Boston Manufacturing Company mill changed the way textiles were manufactured in the United States, while later in the century the Waltham Watch Company pioneered the mass production of …
This North Shore community, a short hop from downtown Boston, is perhaps most famous for its long sandy beach. There has been a public transport link to Revere Beach since 1875, and in the 1890s the Massachusetts legislature seized these three miles of coastline to create the first public beach in America. Revere’s population swelled …
Twenty minutes by train from North Station, Lynn is a city with such a sordid historical reputation that it was known as the “City of Sin”. The exact origin of the jingle, “Lynn, Lynn, City of Sin” is unknown, but it might have something to do with the city’s hardscrabble heritage. Long a manufacturing powerhouse, …
Just south of Boston, Quincy is a city with 27 miles of shoreline and a special role in the early history of the United States. This is the birthplace of John Adams (1735-1826) and his son John Quincy Adams (1767-1848), the second and sixth U.S. presidents. John Hancock, the first signer of the Declaration of …
One of the windiest cities in the country, Brockton is a blue collar community of 100,000, about 20 miles south of Boston. In keeping with its hardscrabble character, Brockton has produced a couple of the greatest boxers of all time, Marvin Hagler and Rocky Marciano. Marciano is remembered with a monumental statue at Brockton High …
While Boston might be known for its historical sites, fresh seafood, and sports culture, there’s nothing quite like heading back to a comfortable room after a day spent wandering the city’s cobblestoned streets. With a plethora of hotel options in Boston, picking the ideal one for your stay can be a difficult process. To help …
Downtown Boston is one of the oldest settlements in North America and has a history dating back to the arrival of the Puritans in the early 1600s. Throughout the centuries, Boston has played an important role in major historical moments including the American revolution and those notable events are celebrated throughout the downtown district. Explore …
Did you know Boston’s Fenway Park is often referred to as ‘America’s Most Beloved Ballpark?’ And that since 1903, the Red Sox have won an impressive nine World Championships? If not, have no fear, because, in as little as an hour, sports-minded visitors to Beantown can get an up-close-and-personal experience with the stadium and team’s …
Best known for the Salem Witch Trials, Salem is a historically significant city located close to Boston. It is a popular day trip location, though fans of history and the macabre might enjoy a longer visit in town. Whether you are there to learn about the witch trials, revolutionary history, or architectural significance of the …
From Paul Revere and Samuel Adams to the Boston Tea Party, Boston Massachusetts is arguably the most historic city in all of America. With only slightly more than 600,000 residents, it’s not large by modern city standards, but it’s got a well-earned reputation as a tough town that fiercely protects its heritage and traditions – …