Adams National Historical Park
Adams National Historical Park, Quincy, MA, is comprised of the birthplace homes of Presidents John and John Quincy Adams; the Old House, home to four generations of the Adams family; and the Stone Library. Many park programs and special events are offered to give kids of all ages an opportunity to Picture Themselves in the Past and see themselves in their nation's future. Contact the park for dates and details.
Neighborhood: Greater Boston - South
Address: 135 Adams Street, Quincy MA Phone: (617) 773-1177
Blue Hills Ski Area
Within 12 miles of Downtown Boston, Blue Hills Ski Area provides a great family-fun environment for all ages for both skiing and snowboarding! Complete with a PSIA learning center, which includes accredited children's programs ages 4 and up, plus private and group lessons. There is one double chair lift, two magic carpets and one rope tow service, and eight rails with over 80% of trails lit for night skiing.
Neighborhood: Greater Boston - South
Address: 4001 Washington Street, Canton MA Phone: (781) 828-5070
Boston Athenaeum
The Boston Athenaeum is an independent membership library, a center for scholarly research, and a cultural institution with public exhibitions.
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill
Address: 10 1/2 Beacon Street, Boston MA Phone: (617) 720-7654
Boston Beer Company
The Boston Beer Company offer tours of their Sam Adams Brewery. Boston Beer founder Jim Koch is the sixth generation of Koch brewmasters, the sixth oldest son to be lured by the smell of hops and the desire to make great beer.
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Address: 30 Germania Street, Boston MA Phone: (617) 368-5232
Boston Children's Museum
Boston Children's Museum is unlike any other, designed specifically to help children understand and enjoy the world in which they live. The Museum provides real objects, direct experiences and enjoyment that foster learning, in an informal environment, seriously fun! Home to ARTHUR'S WORLD, the Smith Family PlaySpace, and sponsor of annual The Big Apple Circus, the Museum is Boston's best place for kids ages 0-10and all the adults in their lives!
Neighborhood: South Boston/Seaport District
Address: 300 Congress Street, Boston MA Phone: (617) 426-6500
Boston Harbor Islands National Park Area
The Boston Harbor Islands offer countless opportunities for visitors to tour historical sites, observe wildlife, and participate in recreational activities such as hiking, camping, swimming, and fishing or perhaps to enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch amid the spectacular scenery. Guided and self-guided tours are available. Now the Islands are more accessible than ever with the introduction of two new high-speed ferries making the trip from the mainland to Georges Island in 20 minutes!
Neighborhood: Northend/Waterfront
Address: 408 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 228, Boston MA Phone: (617) 223-8530
Boston National Historical Park
Boston National Historical Park tells the story of the events that led to the American Revolution and the Navy that kept the nation strong. Visit the historic sites that make up Boston National Historical Park. Many of the historic sites that make up Boston National Historical Park can be found along the Freedom Trail.
Neighborhood: Charlestown
Address: Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston MA Phone: (617) 242-5644
Boston Public Library
Boston Public Library is America's first public library serving the city of Boston with 27 neighborhood branch libraries, a collection of over 33 million items and a vibrant, online, around the clock service.
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum
Our Apologies... the Boston Tea Party Shipsm and Museum is temporarily closed. The museum is currently undergoing full renovation with plans for reopening summer 2009. The Tea Paty Ship - Brig Beaver II - a full-size working replica of one of three original tea party ships. with 110-foot long decks. Explore her authentically restored galley, her 110-foot long decks, captain's quarters and cargo hold.
Neighborhood: South Boston/Seaport District
Address: Phone: (617) 269-7150
Commonwealth Museum
The Commonwealth Museum brings history alive through exhibits and educational programs. Changing exhibits interpret artifacts and documents that illuminate Massachusetts history.
Neighborhood: Dorchester
Address: 220 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston MA Phone: (617) 727-9268
