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Come see for yourself. Admire the rich and unusual plants, the Lagoon, monuments and fountains, and the Swan Boats created and operated for over 100 years by the Paget family. www.swanboats.com Based on the beloved children's classic by Robert McCloskey, the park includes sculptures of Mrs. Mallard and her ducklings when they journeyed through the streets of Boston to the Public Gardens.
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The Boston Public Library, established in 1848, was the first publicly supported municipal library in America, and the first public library to allow people to borrow books and materials, a truly revolutionary concept at the time. Today, the BPL has more than 6 million books; serves more than 2 million people in its 27 branch libraries around the city; and is one of only two public libraries in the
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If people ask about the best FREE place to go in Boston, there are two choices. I send history buffs to Old Ironsides and the museum at the Charlestown Navy Yard, but for more culturally minded folks... I send 'em to ...
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This historic library in the heart of Copley Square also houses works of art by Sargent, Puvis de Chavannes and Abbey. Meditate or read in the Library's open air courtyard or walk admist the grandeur of Bates Hall.
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A century-old Italianate structure of bronze doors and grand marble staircases, this literary landmark-the first large public library in the nation-holds 6 million books and sees 2 million visitors annually. Priceless holdings include first edition folios by Shakespeare, original music scores by Mozart and Prokofiev, and the personal library of former President John Adams. The cool interior features
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Each branch of the Boston Public Library holds seasonal events, classes, and workshops for kids of all ages, from infants to teens. Visit the library's website to find a branch near you, and take your grandchildren to attend one of the many kids' literature readings, movie screenings, magic and puppet shows, concerts, or sing-alongs. They will thank you for it.
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library building has murals, paintings, sculpture, collections include over half a million photos, architectural plans & city building documents
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The first public botanical garden in the U.S. Adjacent to the Boston Common, it was landscaped during the 1860s and retains its French Second Empire character. It has become a repository of important outdoor sculpture, and is well known for the Swan Boats that have sailed in its pond since 1877.
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On this spot stood the First House erected for the use of the Boston Public Latin School. This School has been constantly Maintained since it was Established by the following Vote of the town: At a General meeting upon Public Notice it was agreed upon that our Brother Philemon Pormort shall be entreated to become Schoolmaster for the teaching and nurturing of Children with us April 13, 1635
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Like its neighbor the Boston Common, the Public Garden is known for breaking historical ground...
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Formal gardens and rare trees; setting for McCloskey's "Make Way for Ducklings" book and sculpture. Seasonal Swan Boat rides (fee).
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