Boston Common
City park · Beacon Hill ·
Oldest US park: history, events, nature, recreation
Oldest US park: history, events, nature, recreation
"Walking through Boston Common gives the same restorative benefits of open green space, historic trees, and easy access to nearby cafés for a warming drink." - Todd Plummer
"Dating to 1634 as America's oldest public park, this historic green remains a civic heart—hosting peaceful morning strolls, seasonal events, political protests, and civil rights rallies beneath a mature tree canopy in the center of the city." - Cameron Sperance
"America’s first public park, which dates back to 1634." - Todd Plummer
"One of the oldest parks in the United States, transforming into a winter wonderland perfect for ice skating on Frog Pond during winter." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare
"A city steeped in history, known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution and its rich cultural and educational institutions."