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Situated along the Atlantic Ocean between Boston and Cape Cod, Plymouth is a treasure trove of history, culture, cuisine and natural beauty. Iconic landmarks such as Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II ship, Plimoth Patuxet Museums and Pilgrim Hall Museum immerse visitors in the 17th century story of the Wampanoag Native People who lived here for centuries…
Forbes House Museum in Milton
During the centenary celebration of the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1875, the Town of Lexington honored two American patriots – Sam Adams and John Hancock – with statues for their distinctive role in the American Revolution. Irish-born, Boston-based sculptor Martin Milmore, best known for his iconic monuments of the American Civil…
In celebration of National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025, here is an overview of public, academic and private libraries in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Massachusetts has 370+ public libraries and 1,400 academic and specialized libraries, including nine library networks that provide the library catalog, the ability to borrow from neighboring libraries, circulation, patron registration, public Internet access and…
For the past 30 years, generations of girls and boys have taken up Irish step dancing, thanks to Riverdance, one of the world’s most acclaimed theatrical shows. Riverdance 30 – The New Generation, returns to the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston for eight performances from April 8 – 13, 2025. It was 30 years…
The reimagined Omni Parker House, one of America’s most beloved icons, is being unveiled this summer leading up to the historic hotel’s 170th anniversary. Located in the heart of downtown Boston, the Omni Parker House is an unwavering testament to the city’s storied past. With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to preserving its legacy, the Boston landmark is…
This spring, take some time to Meet Boston, a beautiful American city that unleashes a pastiche of color, brightness and brilliance from April to June, when the city comes alive with special events that draw visitors from around the world. So many iconic Boston events happen during this season, including Red Sox opening day at…
Congratulations to Dan Coll of Boston’s famous Union Oyster House, who was declared the winner of the 17th Annual Oyster Shucking Competition at the Seafood Expo North America conference. The highly anticipated competition took place on March 17, 2025 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center in the city’s Seaport District, where the Expo holds its annual…
Start your travel off right by getting to Boston Logan International Airport with a plan! Massport has put together this handy Travel Playbook to make your trip smooth and enjoyable. Getting to the Airport For a comfortable and convenient ride to Logan, leave your car at home and take the Logan Express bus, the MBTA…
Whether you are traveling across the globe for an international conference in Boston or driving across town to an annual community banquet, you’ll always get a first-class welcome from Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, whose world-class venues in Boston and Springfield, MA are designed for every type of group, big and small. State-of-the-art facilities and great…
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum is one of Boston’s most popular destinations, and welcomes local residents, school classes, convention groups and visitors from around the world to come and be inspired. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the JFK Library sits on a 10-acre site overlooking Boston…
Visitors to Central Massachusetts can think green when they come to this beautiful region this spring. The St. Patrick’s Day festivities each March bring out 40 shades of green as the city celebrates its Irish community with vibrant cultural celebrations. And the coming of spring brings a verdant splendor to the region’s 32 cities and…
Essex County, just North of Boston, is a magical destination with miles of pristine beaches and fishing villages, two national parks and a national wildlife refuge, plus a stunning New England landscape stretching across 34 distinctive cities and towns. It’s a place of cultural richness, storied history, warm hospitality and some of the best seafood…
The Omni Parker House has been a timeless icon in the city of Boston since 1855, quickly becoming part of the city’s very fabric. In the 19th century it was a gathering place for literary geniuses such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Charles Dickens. In the 20th century, Irish-American politicians such as James M. Curley…
The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum is the ideal place to learn about the legacy of President Kennedy and his deep connection to Cape Cod, where he spent magical summers with the Kennedy family and with his wife and children. Located on Main Street in downtown Hyannis, the museum has ongoing exhibits such as “Presidential…
The wellspring of Irish literature is gushing these days with inspiring new novelists, short story writers, poets and scholars publishing, reading and discussing their latest works. Irish folklore and heritage get top billing at the John J. Burns Library at Boston College on March 12. Editors Cormac O’Malley and Patrick Mahoney discuss their new book,…
Just a half-hour drive from Boston lies the Merrimack Valley, a distinctive region in Massachusetts known for its natural beauty, ethnic cuisine and storied culture. And it may be best known for its prominent ties to American history, from the American Revolution to the Industrial Revolution to the High Tech Revolution. Today, there is no…
When the American Revolution erupted in June, 1775, the Irish and Scots-Irish living in New England quickly joined the colonial side to fight for American independence. After all, they knew sometime about revolution, and about meeting the British in battle. Here are a few of their names. Major General John Sullivan was the son of…
Dine Out Boston offers visitors and locals the perfect opportunity to discover why Boston is one of the culinary capitals of the world! Taking place on February 23 to March 15, 2025, Dine Out Boston features dozens of participating restaurants offering prix fixe menus at multiple price points for lunch and dinner. From seafood and…
The 14th Annual Irish Festival at Patriot Place, one of the region’s most popular events each March, is expanding in 2025 as it goes from a one to three-day celebration of Irish culture in greater Boston on March 15-17. The events at Patriot Place North Marketplace is free and open to the public and takes…
Fenway Park – home of the Boston Red Sox – is the nation’s enduring symbol of baseball, America’s favorite pastime. Officially opened on April 20, 1912, the park has outlasted all other major league baseball parks, becoming a shrine for baseball lovers everywhere. Writing in the New Yorker Magazine in 1960, John Updike described Fenway Park as…
Since 1952, the people of western Massachusetts have been celebrating Irish heritage and culture, as well as community pride, at the annual Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade. Now in its 72nd year, the 2.65 mile parade kicks off on Sunday, March 23rd at 11 a.m. from Kmart Plaza on Rt. 5 – Northampton Street and ends…
South Boston’s distinction as the nation’s most Irish-American community goes back to the 19th century, when Irish immigrants first settled here. They formed a cohesive Irish-American neighborhood centered on family, faith and public service, a spirit that has endured for more than two centuries. Read about two South Boston traditions, the St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast…
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