Photos of Boston
Here’s a collection of original photos to give you a taste of the greater Boston area. Includes photographic walking tours of Boston neighborhoods and parks as well as pictures of local landmarks and events.
A Photo Gallery of the New England Holocaust Memorial
Explore a photo gallery of the New England Holocaust Memorial in Boston, Mass.
Explore a photo gallery of the New England Holocaust Memorial in Boston, Mass.
Historic Photos of Boston
"Historic Photos of Boston" is a beautiful new collection of nearly 200 black-and-white photographs of Boston from the 1850s to the 1960s. Part of Turner Publishing's popular "Historic Photos" coffee table book series, it documents the city's growth, changes, and major moments across two centuries.[p] Take a peek inside the book with this gallery of photos and captions excerpted from "Historic Photos of Boston" by Timothy Orwig (Turner Publishing, 2007).
"Historic Photos of Boston" is a beautiful new collection of nearly 200 black-and-white photographs of Boston from the 1850s to the 1960s. Part of Turner Publishing's popular "Historic Photos" coffee table book series, it documents the city's growth, changes, and major moments across two centuries.[p] Take a peek inside the book with this gallery of photos and captions excerpted from "Historic Photos of Boston" by Timothy Orwig (Turner Publishing, 2007).
Beacon Hill Photo Gallery
One of Boston's oldest and most beautiful neighborhoods, Beacon Hill's distinctive look is marked by gas street lamps, brick row houses, narrow streets, and decorative ironwork. Among its notable landmarks are Louisburg Square, Acorn Street, and the gold domed Massachusetts State House. This photo gallery will give you a taste of Beacon Hill through the seasons.
One of Boston's oldest and most beautiful neighborhoods, Beacon Hill's distinctive look is marked by gas street lamps, brick row houses, narrow streets, and decorative ironwork. Among its notable landmarks are Louisburg Square, Acorn Street, and the gold domed Massachusetts State House. This photo gallery will give you a taste of Beacon Hill through the seasons.
A Photo Gallery of Boston Pride 2007
Despite the overcast weather, plenty of people turned out for the 2007 Boston Pride parade and festival on June 9. The parade ran the gamut from staid to showy, earnest to extravagant, with participants from across the board, including activists, politicians, religious organizations, nightclubs, community groups, and more. Get a glimpse of the fun with this Boston Pride 2007 photo gallery!
Despite the overcast weather, plenty of people turned out for the 2007 Boston Pride parade and festival on June 9. The parade ran the gamut from staid to showy, earnest to extravagant, with participants from across the board, including activists, politicians, religious organizations, nightclubs, community groups, and more. Get a glimpse of the fun with this Boston Pride 2007 photo gallery!
Boston Public Garden Photo Gallery
The beautiful 24-acre Public Garden in the heart of Boston is bounded by Arlington, Boylston, Charles, and Beacon Streets. It was originally established in 1837, and attracts locals and tourists year-round. For a look at the Boston Public Garden in the springtime, explore this photo gallery.
The beautiful 24-acre Public Garden in the heart of Boston is bounded by Arlington, Boylston, Charles, and Beacon Streets. It was originally established in 1837, and attracts locals and tourists year-round. For a look at the Boston Public Garden in the springtime, explore this photo gallery.
Franklin Park Zoo
Looking for an activity that's fun for all ages? Why not take a trip to Franklin Park Zoo? Founded in 1913, Franklin Park Zoo is located just a short trip from downtown Boston in Dorchester's Franklin Park, and is home to hundreds of animals housed in areas representing their native regions of the world. Enjoy a preview of a few of them with this Franklin Park Zoo photo gallery!
Looking for an activity that's fun for all ages? Why not take a trip to Franklin Park Zoo? Founded in 1913, Franklin Park Zoo is located just a short trip from downtown Boston in Dorchester's Franklin Park, and is home to hundreds of animals housed in areas representing their native regions of the world. Enjoy a preview of a few of them with this Franklin Park Zoo photo gallery!
2007 New England Spring Flower Show Photo Gallery
The New England Spring Flower Show is the largest indoor event in the region and the third largest of its kind in the world, with almost six acres of exhibits. Held annually in Boston, the show is put on by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, and each year more than 150,000 visitors come to see the imaginative indoor garden exhibits and explore the vendor marketplace. Enjoy this look at some highlights of the 2007 New England Spring Flower Show!
The New England Spring Flower Show is the largest indoor event in the region and the third largest of its kind in the world, with almost six acres of exhibits. Held annually in Boston, the show is put on by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, and each year more than 150,000 visitors come to see the imaginative indoor garden exhibits and explore the vendor marketplace. Enjoy this look at some highlights of the 2007 New England Spring Flower Show!
2006 Bay Colony Cluster Dog Show
The mood was both festive and tense at the 2006 Bay Colony Cluster Dog Show in Boston. Spectators of all ages roamed happily throughout the Bayside Exposition Center, admiring the variety of dogs, asking questions at the educational booths, and buying assorted dog-themed goodies at the many vendor stalls. For those there to show, the focus was on getting their dogs prepped and through the day, hopefully with a win.
The mood was both festive and tense at the 2006 Bay Colony Cluster Dog Show in Boston. Spectators of all ages roamed happily throughout the Bayside Exposition Center, admiring the variety of dogs, asking questions at the educational booths, and buying assorted dog-themed goodies at the many vendor stalls. For those there to show, the focus was on getting their dogs prepped and through the day, hopefully with a win.
2006 Head of the Charles Regatta:
The Head of the Charles Regatta is the world's largest two-day rowing event. The 42nd annual race, held Oct. 21 and 22, 2006, had 1,641 boats competing, 8,200 rowers, seven bridges, three miles of river, and some fabulously crisp fall weather.
The Head of the Charles Regatta is the world's largest two-day rowing event. The 42nd annual race, held Oct. 21 and 22, 2006, had 1,641 boats competing, 8,200 rowers, seven bridges, three miles of river, and some fabulously crisp fall weather.
The 2006 Life is good. ® Pumpkin Festival
After two unsuccessful attempts, Boston finally broke the world record for the most jack-o-lanterns lit in one place during the Life is good. ® Pumpkin Festival on Oct. 21, 2006. If you missed the event or just want to relive some of the highlights, you can enjoy this pumpkin festival photo gallery.
After two unsuccessful attempts, Boston finally broke the world record for the most jack-o-lanterns lit in one place during the Life is good. ® Pumpkin Festival on Oct. 21, 2006. If you missed the event or just want to relive some of the highlights, you can enjoy this pumpkin festival photo gallery.
Monuments, Memorials & Modern Art at Forest Hills Cemetery
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Boston's Forest Hills Cemetery is both a working cemetery and a popular spot for bicycling, dog walking, and other activities. Established in 1848, the 250-acre grounds contain more than just grave markers; sculptures, modern works of art, and an ornamental lake accent the landscape. Throughout the year, Forest Hills hosts a variety of exhibitions and musical events.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Boston's Forest Hills Cemetery is both a working cemetery and a popular spot for bicycling, dog walking, and other activities. Established in 1848, the 250-acre grounds contain more than just grave markers; sculptures, modern works of art, and an ornamental lake accent the landscape. Throughout the year, Forest Hills hosts a variety of exhibitions and musical events.