Minuteman National Park
Created in 1959, Minute Man National Historical Park (NHP) preserves and protects the significant historic sites, structures, properties, and landscapes associated with some of the first battles of the American Revolut... bostoncentral.com
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
- Frederick Law Olmsted (1822-1903) is recognized as the founder of American landscape architecture and the nation's foremost parkmaker. Olmsted moved his home to suburban Boston in 1883 and established at "Fairsted" the w... wildernet.com
Longfellow House
When your family steps into the home of American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and you'll discover many famous faces from history. Longfellow was one of the first American celebrities, made famous by his lyrical and melodic sty... go.com
Decordova Museum & Sculpture Park - Lincoln, Ma
From www.decordova.org/decordova/sculp_park/sculp_park.htmlThe DeCordova Sculpture Park, encompassing 35 acres of rolling woodlands and lawns, is the largest park of its kind in New England (http://www.decordova.org/decor... waymarking.com
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is located just 20 miles west of Boston. The refuge was established in 1947 to provide nesting, resting, and feeding habitat for migratory birds. Roughly 85 percent of the r... bostoncentral.com
Beaver Brook Reservation
- * Information Provided By Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation * Ponds, fields, marsh, and a cascading waterfall make the park's north section a delightful place to walk or picnic. The more developed s... wildernet.com
Walden Pond State Reservation
Henry David Thoreau lived at Walden Pond from July 1845 to September 1847 and his experience there provided the material for the book Walden, which is credited with helping to inspire awareness and respect for the natu... heritagesites.com
Lyman Estate
The Lyman Estate, "The Vale", was established in 1793 by Boston merchant Theodore Lyman. It consisted originally of the mansion, greenhouses, and 400 acres of grounds, gardens, woodlands, a deer park, and a working farm. ... famplosion.com
Great Brook Farm State Park
Holsteins have been kept here for over 60 years and current farmer Mark Duffy continues the tradition with his black & white ladies. Native Americans used sections of Great Brook Farm as sacred sites. Seventeenth century ... waymarking.com
Back Bay Fens "Emerald Necklace" - Boston, Ma
In Boston, in the Fenway section of the city, is a long green space stretching from the border with Brookline to the Charles River, and follows the Muddy River. This green space is known as the Back Bay Fens, and is part ... waymarking.com
Teddy Ebersol's Red Sox Fields
- * Information Provided By Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation * The new youth athletic fields are the result of a groundbreaking public-private partnership between the Massachusetts Executive Office o... wildernet.com
Great Meadows Nwr - Sudbury Unit
The Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, covering approximately 3,600 acres along the Concord and Sudbury Rivers, is a bird watcher's paradise. A popular tourist destination, the refuge consists of two major "units" - ... waymarking.com
Great Meadows Nwr - Concord Unit
The Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, covering approximately 3,600 acres along the Concord and Sudbury Rivers, is a bird watcher's paradise. A popular tourist destination, the refuge consists of two major "units" - ... waymarking.com
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
- Frederick Law Olmsted (1822-1903) is recognized as the founder of American landscape architecture and the nation's foremost parkmaker. Olmsted moved his home to suburban Boston in 1883 and established at "Fairsted" the w... wildernet.com
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge
- Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) was established in 1944 to provide habitat for migratory birds. Sand stretches for eight miles off the elbow of Cape Cod, forming the barrier islands of North and South Monomoy. In ... wildernet.com
Chestnut Hill Reservation History
- * Information Provided By Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation * The Chestnut Hill Reservation is notable for its association with the development of Boston's extensive water supply system, its excelle... wildernet.com
West Hill Dam
- In August 1955, Hurricane Diane blew across Long Island Sound and hit the southern new England shore. This tragedy prompted state governments to work with the Corps of Engineers to hasten the building of several flood co... wildernet.com
Hodges Village Dam
- For year round outdoor recreation, visit Hodges Village Dam. US Army Corps of Engineers Park Rangers are available to assist you during your visit. There are over 15 miles of trails available at Hodges Village Dam for ma... wildernet.com