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The grounds of Boston Common started as a cow pasture in the mid-1600s. It was also used for Puritan punishments, like whipping, and even for hangings. In 1768, the area was transformed into a ...
Boston Common continues to serve as a central meeting space today, holding many community events and protests. The oldest restaurant in MA is over 300 years old. Here's how to eat there The oldest ...
The annual Boston Common Frog Pond will return for the 2024-2025 season on Nov. 30, open to the public for ice skating, lessons, performances, and more holiday fun.