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Experience culture, history and more across the Charles River in Boston’s neighbor to the north

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The John Harvard statue

Legal Sea Foods’ Oyster Festival, Ghost Tours in Harvard Square, Revels RiverSing (pictured), Chowderfest and the New England Americana Festival

12 Current Events 17 On Exhibit 20 Shopping 26 Cambridge 29 Maps 35 Neighborhoods 43 Sightseeing 50 Freedom Trail 52 Dining

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ON THE COVER: A fall parade in Harvard Square. Photo: Bill Manley. PHotos (top to bottom): Allie Felt; Bill Manley (2)

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Taking the Mystery Out of Boston History

The John Harvard Statue

ere’s a situation you don’t come across too often: a story behind a statue that is more interesting than the person whom the statue honors. This just may be the case with the bronze sculpture honoring John Harvard that sits in famed Harvard Yard. Although his name graces one of the most famous campuses in the country, John Harvard was a Puritan minister who lived a fairly modest, short and little-documented life. Born in Southwark, England in 1607, he and his wife emigrated to Charlestown in the relatively new Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1637, just a year before he died of tuberculosis. On his deathbed, he bequeathed his library and half of his estate to an as-yet-unnamed college which had just been founded two years prior in nearby Cambridge. Which leads us to the story of the statue that sits in Harvard Yard. Anyone passing through the heart of Harvard University during a guided tour has probably overheard the familiar phrase declaring the largerthan-life tribute as the “statue of three lies.” Created by famed Lincoln Memorial sculptor Daniel Chester French and unveiled in 1884, the statue does not, as far as anyone knows, resemble the real John Harvard. This is because there is no record of what Harvard looked like, so a recent graduate sat in as French’s model. The next two “lies” are perhaps more egregious. Engraving on the statue’s base proclaims John Har-

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vard as “Founder” of the college, yet it was named after him for being one of its earliest and greatest benefactors—not its actual founder. The inscription also states the date of the founding of Harvard’s namesake school as 1638, when it was established in 1636 by the Great and General Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. As the statue stands on the grounds of an academic institution, this is all the subject of lively debate. One could argue that although John Harvard wasn’t the founder, he was a founder, due to his instrumental donation in the school’s early years. If the previous statement is true—and it is also true that said generosity did occur in the year 1638—it also holds that his role in the founding of Harvard did indeed occur the year marked below the statue, leaving us with a very forgivable “statue of one lie” situation. Regardless of all this, the statue remains a beloved icon. Though it has been defaced over the years by vandals from rival Ivy League schools, the “portrait” of John Harvard remains as stoic as ever as it sits on an illustrious perch next to University Hall in Harvard Yard, a position it has enjoyed since it was moved from its original spot in front of nearby Memorial Hall in 1924 (above left). Harvard’s left foot (above right), due to constant rubbing by visitors for good luck, boasts a sheen of burnished gold, so if you stop for a visit, give it a try. John won’t mind. —Scott Roberto BOSTONGUIDE.COM

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MOllusk Madness

Love oysters? Then this is the time of year for you. Not only is fall considered the time when these tasty shellfish are at their best, it’s also the return of Legal Sea Foods’ (refer to listing, page 61) sixth annual Oyster Festival. From September 17–October 14, enjoy featured oyster dishes, as well as special events, at Legal restaurants throughout the area. The first event, the “Shellfish Shindig,” takes place September 21 at the Charles Square location in Cambridge (20 University Road, 617-491-9400) from 2–4 p.m. Slurp down $1 oysters at the al fresco Terrace Bar while they last, or indulge in favorites like oyster stew, fried oysters, oyster po’ boys and the ever-popular bacon-wrapped oysters. The fun continues September 23 and October 2 at the Park Square location in Boston (26 Park Plaza, 617-4264444), where diners can opt for a three-course, wine-and-oyster pairing menu for only $40. Reservations for this prix fixe dinner are recommended.

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In the Spirit

As fall sets in and the days grow shorter, the thoughts of many inevitably turn toward all things spooky. The folks at Cambridge Historical Tours (617-520-4030, cambridgehistoricaltours.org) are no different, as they offer an eerie and illuminating Ghost Tour throughout the Halloween season. Expert guides in Victorian-era costumes lead 90-minute walking excursions around Harvard Square recounting shocking tales of grisly murders and harrowing hauntings before ending, appropriately enough, at Cambridge’s Old Burying Ground. To keep it from getting too scary for young ones, “spirited” jokes are interspersed along the way. For those less inclined toward the morbid, don’t fret—the company also offers regular tours of both Harvard Square and the high-tech playground of Kendall Square. top photo: Chip Nestor

Autumn Serenade

A joyous annual tradition, RiverSing returns to the banks of the Charles River in Cambridge on September 21 for its 11th year. Created by Revels, a performing arts organization dedicated to bringing people together through traditional music and dance, this free, family-friendly event celebrates the autumnal equinox with a colorful, puppet-filled parade, followed by the main event, a communal sing-along led by the 100-member Revels RiverSing Chorus of adults and children at the Weeks Footbridge. A slew of guest singers join the fun, as well as percussion ensemble Bloco AfroBrazil and acrobats and circus performers from Moonship Productions. What better way to say goodbye to summer and welcome the official start to fall? Join the festivities beginning at 5 p.m. in Harvard Square before the 5:45 p.m. parade, and get ready to sing your heart out at 6 p.m.

Soup’s on

Chocolate, chili and even salsa have all been feted in Harvard Square over the past several years, yet one of the culinary delicacies most associated with the Boston area—clam chowder—hasn’t had its own celebration—that is, until now. On September 21 in front of 25 Brattle St. from 2–4 p.m., join fellow bivalve fans at the first annual Chowderfest, where close to a dozen Cambridge restaurants offer sample sizes of their creamiest clam concoctions, along with other soups and stews. This free festival also boasts a “mocktail” bar, hosted by Harvard Square favorite Grendel’s Den. Thousands are expected to attend, so come early if you don’t want to miss out on this inaugural event.

Taking it to the street

Ten acts and two stages all on one street—this is what folk music fans can enjoy, all for free, when the fifth annual New England Americana Festival takes to a closed-down Brattle Street in Harvard Square on September 27 from noon–9 p.m. Book-ending the outdoor festivities are opening and closing gigs at nearby Club Passim (refer to listing, page 26), the venerable folk music haven that helped launch the careers of Joan Baez and Bob Dylan. Each show—the kick-off bash on September 26 at 7 p.m. and closing night on September 27 at 8 p.m.—are only $15. Now that’s music to our ears. —Scott Roberto top and middle photos: Bill Manley

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From Harvard Square to Kendall Square and everything in between, Boston’s neighbor to the north is a world unto itself. Shopping, dining, history and cultural attractions abound, so hop across the Charles River to experience the home of such world-famous institutions as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology By Scott Roberto

Harvard Yard

The green space that forms the nexus of Harvard University, one of the most prestigious institutes of higher learning in the world, sits on the oldest part of the campus. It has witnessed everything from student gatherings to protests to commencement activities and more. And, despite the picture above, you can’t park your car there. 2 Kirkland St., 617-495-1573, harvard.edu

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Memorial Hall

Completed in 1878, this Gothic structure is home to the Sanders Theatre, which hosts performances as varied as the 24th First Annual Ig Nobel Prize Ceremony (September 18) and the Boston Chamber Music Society (September 28). 45 Quincy St., 617-496-4595, boxoffice.harvard.edu

American Repertory Theater

Located in Harvard Square, the acclaimed regional theater currently features the world premiere of the musical version of Finding Neverland (pictured) through September 28. Catch it before it storms Broadway next spring. Loeb Drama Center, 64 Brattle St., 617-547-8300, art.org

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Jasper White’s Summer Shack

Recently renovated and conveniently located adjacent to the Alewife T stop on the Red Line, the flagship restaurant in the local chain has been serving genuine New England seafood to patrons since 2000. 149 Alewife Brook Parkway, 617-5209500, summershackrestaurant.com

Ray and Maria Stata Center Frank Gehry’s architectural landmark at MIT is a state-of-the-art marvel of glass, brick and curved metal. Several computer and other departments are housed here, along with a cafe and a display on famous student pranks (or “hacks”). 32 Vassar St., 617-253-1000, csail.mit.edu/news/stata

Mount Auburn Cemetery

The final resting place of such renowned figures as Mary Baker Eddy (above), Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Winslow Homer and Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., this tranquil sanctuary was the first garden cemetery in the U.S. when it was founded in 1831. It is also a fantastic spot for viewing migrating birds and other wildlife. 580 Mount Auburn St., 617-547-7105, mountauburn.org

MIT Museum

Learn about the history of MIT’s contributions to robotics, photography, computer science, holography and more. Current special exhibits highlight new student inventions, 19th-century daguerreotypes and kinetic sculpture. 265 Massachusetts Ave., 617-2535927, web.mit.edu/museum

Longfellow House

The house itself dates back to 1759 and served as George Washington’s headquarters during the Seige of Boston from 1775–1776, though it is named for its most famous owner, poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, who resided here from 1837–1882. 105 Brattle St., 617-876-4491, nps.gov/long

Zoe’s Harvard Museum of Natural History

Harvard’s most popular museum is renowned for its collection of glass flowers made by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka from 1887–1936. The Blaschkas’ lesser-known, yet equally beautiful models of sea creatures (pictured) are also on view. The museum is also home to an outstanding collection of gems and minerals, as well as displays on the environment and evolution. 26 Oxford St., 617-495-3045, hmnh.harvard.edu

Get breakfast, day or night, at this beloved ’50s-style diner in Harvard Square. But that’s not all you’ll find. Enjoy Greek specialties like spanakopita, kabobs and gyros as well as delicious beverages including the cheesecake frappe, raspberry lime rickey and frozen hot chocolate. 1105 Massachusetts Ave., 617-4950055, zoescambridge.com

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Renowned throughout the world for its distinctive sound, impressive range and overall virtuosity, the Boston Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 133rd year and the debut of new Music Director Andris Nelsons. Sep 14–18 at 8 p.m., Sep 19 at 1:30 p.m.—Marcelo Lehninger conducts Mozart, Villa-Lobos and Beethoven, $30–145; Oct 1 & 2 at 8 p.m., Oct 3 at 1:30 p.m.—Andris Nelsons conducts Beethoven, Bartók and Tchaikovsky, $33–135; Oct 9 & 11 at 8 p.m., Oct 10 at 1:30 p.m.—Schubert and Mozart with conductor and pianist Christian Zacharias, $30–145. Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave., 617–266–2378, bso.org.

Comedy Dick Doherty’s Comedy Den Below Howl at the moon 184 High St., 800-401-2221, dickdoherty.com. Shows Thu–Sat. $15 & 20. National headliners with a Boston connection and local comedians are joined by Boston’s next superstars. Improv Asylum 216 Hanover St., 617-263-6887, improv asylum.com. $5–25, dinner packages available. Some of Boston’s top improvisational comics perform uproarious and creative shows at this theater in Boston’s North End. Laugh boston Westin Seaport Waterfront Hotel, 425 Summer St., 617-725-2844, laughboston.com. Boston’s newest comedy club features premier stand–up comedy, including a weekly show called Legends of Boston Comedy, as well as national acts. Nick’s Comedy Stop 100 Warrenton St., 617-438-1068, nicks comedystop.com. $20. Nick’s is the city’s longest–running comedy club. 12

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Wilbur Theatre 246 Tremont St., 617-248-9700, thewilbur theatre.com. This venue hosts comedic headliners as well as national musical talent. Sep 19 at 7:30 p.m.—Sommore, $27; Sep 26 at 7:30 and 9:55 p.m.—Last Comic Standing Live, $29 & 39; Sep 27 at 7:30 p.m.— Rob Schneider, $25 & 35; Oct 3 at 7:30 and 10 p.m., Oct 4 at 9:45 p.m.—Ron White, $45 & 55; Oct 10 at 10 p.m.—Aries Spears, $25; Oct 10 at 7:30 p.m., Oct 11 at 7 p.m.—Bob Marley, $25 & 27.50; Oct 11 at 9:45 p.m., Oct 12 at 7 p.m.—Nick Swardson, $35 & 49.

Film Bright Family Screening Room Paramount Center, 559 Washington St., 617-824-8400. $10. Visit artsemerson .org for full schedule. Emerson College’s state–of–the–art screening room features a variety of classic films. Coolidge Corner Theatre 290 Harvard St., Brookline, 617-734-2500, coolidge.org. Call for showtimes and full schedule. $10.25; students, seniors, children (under 12) & matinees (before 5 p.m.) $8.25. above photo: Marco Borggreve

This beloved theater shows art house, independent, classic and international films, including midnight movies. Mugar Omni Theater Museum of Science, 617–723–2500 or 617– Inside Tip: The Mugar Omni 333–FILM, mos.org. $10; Theater features seniors $9; children a five-story-tall (3–11) $8. Discounted domed screen. admission after 6 p.m. This IMAX theater presents larger–than–life images on a five–story high domed screen. Now showing: Pandas: The Journey Home; through Oct 9—Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk; Journey to the South Pacific; beginning Oct 10— Mystery of the Maya; Galapagos. Simons IMAX Theatre New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, 866-815-4629, neaq.org. Open daily at 9:30 a.m. $9.95; seniors & children (3–11) $7.95. Visit the first large–format theater in Boston to have 3–D viewing capability. Now showing: Island of Lemurs: Madagascar 3–D; Journey to the South Pacific 3–D; Great White Shark 3–D.

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Live Music House of Blues 15 Lansdowne St., 888-693-BLUE, hob.com/ boston. This club, concert hall and restaurant across from Fenway Park welcomes top rock, blues and pop acts. Sep 15 at 7 p.m.—Sam Smith, $35 & 45; Sep 16 at 8 p.m.—The Gaslight Anthem, $32 & 45; Sep 20 at 6 p.m.—Lily Allen, $25 & 35; Oct 2 at 7 p.m.—Chase Rice, $20 & 30; Oct 3 at 7 p.m.—Lykke Li, $30 & 45; Oct 10 at 6:30 p.m.—Limp Bizkit, $40.50 & 50.50. Orpheum Theater 1 Hamilton Place, 617–482–0106, orpheum theatreboston.com. The Orpheum opened in 1852 and was the site of the first Boston Symphony Orchestra performances and lectures by Booker T. Washington and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Oct 2 at 7:30 p.m.— Bryan Ferry, $43.50–73.50. Paradise Rock Club 967 Commonwealth Ave., 617-562-8800, thedise.com. An intimate setting with big sound, the Paradise is one of Boston’s favorite rock clubs. Sep 17 at 7 p.m.—Ok Go, $18; Sep 19 at 8 p.m.—Panda Bear, $25; Sep 22

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Prudential Tower, 52nd floor, 617-536-1775, topofthehub.net. Sun & Mon from 8 p.m.– midnight, Tue–Thu from 8:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m., Fri & Sat from 9 p.m.–1 a.m. Enjoy food, drinks and the best view in Boston as you swing to live jazz and classics from the Great American Songbook.

Wang Theatre Citi Performing Arts Center, 270 Tremont St., 617–482–9393, citicenter.org. Citi Performing Arts Center is one of the nation’s premier nonprofit performing arts institutions. Sep 16 at 8 p.m.—The Eagles, $55–250; Oct 4 at 8 p.m.—Roberto Carlos, $64.50–179.75; Oct 5 & 6 at 8 p.m.—Neil Young, $55–350. Wilbur Theatre 246 Tremont St., 617-248-9700, thewilbur. com. Hosting comedic headliners as well as national musical talent. Sep 21 at 3 and 7 p.m.—Judy Collins, $40 & 50; Sep 24 at 8 p.m.—Bruce Hornsby, $41–71; Oct 9 at 8 p.m.—Gaelic Storm, $25 & 35.

Opera La Traviata Citi Performing Arts Center, The Shubert Theatre, 265 Tremont St., 866-348-9738. 14

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Oct 10–19. $30–223. Giuseppe Verdi’s tale of Violetta, a worldly courtesan with all the men of Paris at her feet, takes a wrenching turn when she risks all for a chance at enduring love.

Special Events Opening Our Doors Christian Science Plaza, 210 Massachusetts Ave. fenwayculture.org. Free. Oct 13 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Enjoy music, cabaret, salsa dancing, indoor kite-flying, a Kids’ Parade, theater improv, a Cymbal Jungle, glassblowing, public art, drumming, free admission to the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and The Mary Baker Eddy Library’s Mapparium, and many more cultural activities in the Fenway Cultural District.

Sports Boston Bruins/nhl TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, 617-6241050, bruins.nhl.com. Oct 8 at 7:30 p.m. vs. Philadephia Flyers Oct 11 at 7 p.m. vs. Washington Capitals

Boston REd Sox/MLB Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, 617-4824SOX, redsox.com. Sep 23–25 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Tampa Bay Rays Sep 26 at 7:10 p.m. vs. New York Yankees Sep 27 at TBD vs. New York Yankees Sep 28 at 1:35 p.m. vs. New York Yankees New england patriots/NFL Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough, 800-543-1776, patriots.com. Sep 21 at 1 p.m. vs. Oakland Raiders Oct 5 at 8:30 p.m. vs. Cincinatti Bengals

Theater Blue Man Group Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., 800– BLUE–MAN, blueman.com. Ongoing. $55 & 105. This giddily subversive off–Broadway hit serves up outrageous and inventive theater where three muted, blue–painted performers spoof both contemporary art and modern technology. Wry commentary and bemusing antics are matched only by the ingenious ways in which music and sound are created. The show has recently been updated with new performance pieces and music.

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current events Chicago North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Road, Beverly, 978-232-7200. Sep 23–Oct 5. $50–75. Set amidst the decadence of the 1920s, Kander and Ebb’s razzle-dazzle musical is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cell mate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her crime into a barrage of sensational headlines.

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Experience Disney’s Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation as it is brought to life by a cast of more than 40 actors and visionary director Julie Taymor. The pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands comes to life through an unforgettable score that includes Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar-winning song “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.” Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St., 617-259-3400. Through Oct 12. $30–140.

Shear Madness Charles Playhouse Stage II, 74 Warrenton St., 617-426-5225, shearmadness.com. Ongoing. $50. It’s a day like any other at the Shear Madness salon, when suddenly the lady upstairs gets knocked off. Whodunnit? Join the fun as the audience matches wits with the suspects to catch the killer at this wildly popular comedy. Shear Madness has audiences laughing around the world. Boston is the original.

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JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM

This museum portrays the life, leadership and legacy of John F. Kennedy and members of his illustrious family in 21 exhibits, three theaters, 20 video presentations and more. Special exhibits: Superman’s Mission for President Kennedy; To the Brink: JFK and the Cuban Missile Crisis; In Her Voice: Jacqueline Kennedy, The White House Years; Freedom 7 Space Capsule; Presidential Getaway: JFK on Cape Cod. Columbia Point off Morrissey Boulevard, next to UMass Boston, Dorchester, 866-5351960, jfklibrary.org. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $14; seniors & students $12; children (13–17) $10; children (12 and under) free; library forums free.

Boston Boston Children’s Museum Museum Wharf, 308 Congress St., 617-4266500, bostonkids.org. Sat–Thu 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $14; children (under 1) free; Sat–Thu 4–5 p.m. $7; Fri 5–9 p.m. (Family Night) $1. This museum for kids of all ages features interactive exhibits that allow children to learn about science, history and culture firsthand. Institute of Contemporary Art 100 Northern Ave., 617-478-3100, icaboston .org. Sat, Sun, Tue & Wed 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu & Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $15; seniors $13; students $10; children (under 17) free. Free to all Thu 5–9 p.m. This state-of-theart structure on the South Boston waterfront presents installations of contemporary paintings, sculptures and photographs, as well as live dance and music. Special exhibits: Ragnar Kjartansson: The Visitors; beginning Oct 1—Fiber: Sculpture 1960–present. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 280 The Fenway, 617-566-1401. Wed–Mon 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Thu ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $15; above photo: © Estate of Stanley Tretick LLC/ Courtesy of the JFK Presidential LIbrary and Museum

seniors $12; college students $5; children (under 18) free. Visitors named Isabella are also admitted free. Commissioned by Boston aristocrat Isabella Stewart Gardner and modeled after a 15th-century Venetian palace, the museum exhibits 2,500 objects, including works by Rembrandt, Botticelli, Raphael, Titian and Matisse. Special exhibit: Luisa Rabbia: Waterfall. The Mary Baker Eddy Library 200 Massachusetts Ave., 617-450-7000, inside Tip: marybakereddylibrary. The library’s Quest org. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–4 Gallery gives visitors a glimpse of p.m. Admission: $6; 19th century life. seniors, students & youth (6–17) $4; children (under 6) free. Explore the life and achievements of Mary Baker Eddy, a New England woman who defied conventional 19th-century thinking to become an influential religious leader, publisher, teacher and businesswoman. The museum also houses the famous Mapparium—a three-story stained-glass globe, opened in 1935, which allows visitors to stand in the center, giving them a unique BOSTONGUIDE.COM

on exhibit look at how ideas can inspire individuals and change the world. The Museum of African American History African Meeting House, 46 Joy St. (corner of Smith Court), Beacon Hill, 617-725-2991, afroammuseum.org. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $5; seniors & children (13– 17) $3; children (12 & under) free. Explore the history of Boston’s 19th-century African-American community at the African Meeting House, the oldest African-American church still standing in the United States. In addition, there are tour maps available for the Black Heritage Trail. Museum of Fine Arts 465 Huntington Ave., 617-267-9300, mfa. org. Sat–Tue 10 a.m.–4:45 p.m., Wed–Fri ’til 9:45 p.m. Admission (includes two visits in a 10-day period): $25; seniors & students $23; Wed after 4 p.m., pay as you wish; children (7–17) $10 on weekdays before 3 p.m., free at all other times; children (6 and under) free. The museum houses an outstanding collection of paintings, prints, sculptures, furnishings and other artwork from ancient times through the present, as well as the most comprehensive collection of Asiatic art in the world and a fourfloor Art of the Americas wing. Special exhibits: Jasper Johns: Picture Puzzles; Jamie Wyeth; Gold and the Gods: Jewels of Ancient Nubia; Over There! Posters from World War I; Pure Souls: The Jain Path to Perfection; Landscape, Abstracted; Shinique Smith: Bright Matter; Hollywood Glamour: Fashion and Jewelry from the Silver Screen; beginning Oct 12—Goya: Order and Disorder. Museum of Science Science Park, 617-723-2500, mos.org. Sat– Thu 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Fri ’til 9 p.m. Admission: $23; seniors $21; children (3–11) $20; children (under 3) free. Planetarium and Omni theater tickets: $10; seniors $9; children (3–11) $8. Combination ticket prices and evening discounts available. This popular museum for all ages boasts interactive science exhibits, as well as laser and astronomy shows in the Charles Hayden Planetarium. Special exhibits: Water Stories: Conversations in Paint and Sound; Animals Without Passports; beginning Oct 12—Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed. 18

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Beyond Boston Concord Museum 200 Lexington Road, Concord, 978-3699763, concordmuseum.org. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Admission: $10; seniors & students $8; children (6–17) $5; children (under 6) free. Ample free parking on Cambridge Turnpike. Relive Concord’s history, from Native American habitation and European settlement to the days of Emerson, Thoreau, the Alcotts and Hawthorne. Special exhibits: through Sep 21—The Shot Heard Round the World: April 19, 1775; beginning Oct 10—Behind Closed Doors: Asleep in New England. DeCordova Sculpture Park and MusEum 51 Sandy Pond Road, Lincoln, 781-2598355, decordova.org. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $14; seniors $12; students $10; children (12 and under) free. Sculpture Park: open sunrise to sunset, admission charged during museum operating hours only. Tour one of the largest contemporary art museums and the only permanent public sculpture park in New England. Special exhibits: Ian Hamilton Finlay: Arcadian Revolutionary and Avant-Gardener; Lesley Dill; Platform 14: Alix Pearlstein, The Park; The Fruit of Our Labors; through Oct 6— Platform 13: Roberley Bell, The Shape of the Afternoon. PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM East India Square, Salem, 866-745-1876, pem.org. Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $18; seniors $15; students $10; children (16 and under) free. The nation’s oldest continually operating museum boasts a collection showcasing African, Asian, Pacific Island and American folk and decorative art, a maritime collection and the first collection of Native American art in the hemisphere. Special exhibits: Calder and Abstraction: From Avant-Garde to Iconic; beginning Sep 27—Branching Out: Trees as Art; beginning Oct 11—The Woods; Someone Else’s Country, Photographs by Jo Ractliffe. Salem Witch Museum 191 ⁄2 Washington Square North, Salem, 978744-1692, salemwitchmuseum.com. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $9.50; seniors $8; children (6–14) $6.50. Life-size stage settings and historically accurate narration

recreate the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials and executions of 1692. Translations available in Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish.

Galleries Barbara Krakow Gallery 10 Newbury St., 617-262-4490, barbara krakowgallery.com. Tue–Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Barbara Krakow Gallery attracts top contemporary artists from around the world, showcasing work that focuses on minimalism and conceptualism. Special exhibits: Mel Bochner; Popolo.

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L’attitude Gallery 211 Newbury St., 617-927-4400, lattitude gallery.com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. Contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the home, garden and commercial environments. Special exhibit: through Oct 6—All in the Details.

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International Poster Gallery 205 Newbury St., 617-375-0076, internationalposter.com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.– 6 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. This acclaimed fine art poster gallery displays original vintage works from the 1890s through post-World War II modern masters.

Chanel 6 Newbury St., 617-859-0055. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Modeled after Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment, the 10,000-squarefoot, two-story Chanel boutique features a series of rooms where shoppers can browse the House’s iconic handbags, jewelry and accessories. Upstairs, you’ll find ready-to-wear and shoes along with luxe fitting rooms and a suite.

L’attitude Gallery 211 Newbury St., 617-927-4400. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. This gallery boasts contemporary sculpture, crafts and art for the home and garden.

Boots & Shoes Helen’s Leather 110 Charles St., 617-742-2077. Mon–Wed, Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu ’til 8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. For 40 years, Helen’s Leather has supplied New Englanders with quality Western boots by makers like Lucchese, Tony Lama, Justin, Nocona and Frye. In addition, Helen’s sells Western belts, buckles, shirts and Stetson hats, as well as leather jackets and bags. 20

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Cynthia Rowley 164 Newbury St., 617-587-5240. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. The famed New York-based fashion designer’s only New England store features her signature flirty dresses along with a wide array of women’s apparel and accessories. Louis 60 Northern Ave., 617-262-6100. Mon–Wed 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Thu–Sat ’til 7 p.m., Sun 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. This Boston institution brings high fashion to the Seaport District, offering upscale men’s and women’s clothing, bed and bath items and fine home accessories.

Macy’s 450 Washington St., 617-357-3000. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Discover the season’s hottest trends, newest styles and best prices. Choose from renowned designers such as Coach, Polo, DKNY, Hugo Boss, the Martha Stewart Collection and more. marshalls 500 Boylston St., 617inside Tip: 262-6066: Mon–Sat Based in the Boston area, Marshalls 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun was founded in 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; 350 the 1950s and now Washington St., Downboasts more than town Crossing, 617900 stores in the U.S. and Canada. 338-6205: Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. With its mantra “Brand-name clothing for less,” this discount retailer is a bargain hunter’s dream. From Ralph Lauren to Calvin Klein, Marshalls features designer duds for men, women and children. Nanette Lepore 119 Newbury St., 617-421-9200. Mon–Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. Color-

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Gifts & Souvenirs Newbury Comics 332 Newbury St., 617-236-4930. Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 11 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; 36 JFK St. (Garage Mall), Cambridge, 617-491-0337; North Market Building, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-2489992. You’ll have a “wicked good time” at this upstart local chain, which carries import, indie and major label releases, as well as T-shirts, comics and other pop culture kitsch items. Teddy Ballgame’s 1 South Station, 617-330-1230. Located at the South Station concierge desk, Teddy Ballgame’s offers tours of Boston that leave from South Station, a wide variety of Red Sox souvenirs, T-shirts and books about the history of Boston.

Gourmet Food & Beverage Boston Olive Oil Company 262 Newbury St., 857-277-0007. Sun–Fri 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 7 p.m. Sample more than 50 varieties of the finest extra virgin olive oils grown and pressed by small artisans and farmers from around the world, and balsamic vinegars harvested and imported from Modena, Italy at this Back Bay store’s unique Tasting Bar. Smoothie King 314 Newbury St., 617-236-4443. Mon–Sat 7 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Find nutritional smoothies custom-made with the finest natural fruits, fruit juices, proteins and vitamins, as well as healthy muffins, breads, snacks and supplements.

Jewelry/Accessories John Lewis, Inc. 97 Newbury St., 617-266-6665. Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m. John Lewis has created jewelry of imaginative design in Boston for more than 30 years. Using only solid precious metals and natural stones, Lewis aims “to make jewelry at a reasonable price of excellent workmanship and uncommon beauty.” 24

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Lux Bond & Green 416 Boylston St., 617-266-4747. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat ’til 5 p.m. Since 1898, Lux Bond & Green has provided its customers with diamonds, gold jewelry, watches and giftware from around the world. The store offers a corporate gift division, bridal and gift registry, a full-service repair department, gift certificates and gift wrapping. Sidney Thomas Jewelers The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-262-0925. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; The Mall at Chestnut Hill, 617-965-5300. Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m. A thrilling experience in luxury awaits at Sidney Thomas Jewelers, which offers the world’s most beautiful jewelry and watches, coveted designer brands and magnificent one-ofa-kind pieces along with world-renowned, impeccable service and presentation.

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This shopping mecca features more than 100 upscale stores, including Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Armani and Williams-Sonoma, and fine restaurants like Legal Sea Foods that offer shoppers numerous dining options. To receive a free Ultimate Shopping Excursions card, stop by one of the customer service kiosks. Copley Square, 617-262-6600. Mon– Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun noon–6 p.m.

The Corner Mall Corner of Winter and Washington streets. In step with your lifestyle and just steps away, this shopping center boasts more than 20 stores and eateries—including favorites like Skechers USA, Champs, Bath & Body Works, plus an international food court with Thai Accent, Salsa’s Mexican Grill, Dunkin’ Donuts and more. Easily reached by the MBTA or commuter rail. Faneuil Hall Marketplace 617-523-1300, faneuilhallmarketplace.com. Walk through history and experience New

England’s premier visitor destination. Shop more than 75 locally loved boutiques and specialty pushcarts, taste wonderfully diverse ethnic foods in the Quincy Market Colonnade or dine in one of 13 full-service restaurants. The Shops at Prudential Center 800 Boylston St., 800-SHOP-PRU. Mon– Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m. The Shops at Prudential Center features more than 75 stores and restaurants including The Cheesecake Factory, Saks Fifth Avenue, Ann Taylor and Barnes & Noble. It’s also a launch spot for the city’s renowned tourist attraction, the Boston Duck Tours. Terminal C Shops at Boston Logan Boston Logan International Airport, Terinside Tip: minal C, East Boston. Restaurants at Terminal C include Whether you are grabbing a quick bite before Boston Beer Works, Legal Sea Foods, a flight, doing some Jerry Remy’s shopping or catching Sports Bar & Grill, Johnny Rockets up with friends over and Wolfgang dinner, Boston Logan Puck. Terminal C has everything you need for an enjoyable airport experience. Award-winning restaurants, cafes, quick service establishments and lots of local flavor make Boston Logan Terminal C the perfect place for a meal before or after a flight. Also find newsstands selling a variety of sundries and souvenirs, as well as unique specialty shops with gifts you won’t find anywhere else.

Sporting Goods City Sports 1035 Commonwealth Ave., 617-782-5121; 11 Bromfield St., 617-423-2015; 480 Boylston St., 617-267-3900; 44 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617-492-6000; other locations. Mon– Fri 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; hours vary by location. City Sports sells athletic apparel by top brands like Nike, Adidas and Puma, as well as sporting equipment for all interests, and footwear from Saucony, Reebok and others. Nike Boston 200 Newbury St., 617-267-3400. Mon– Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.–7 p.m. This recently renovated temple to the Nike franchise proffers all things Nike, including footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories.

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Communal tables and a variety of cool, comfortable places to sit—along with an extensive menu, a large craft beer selection, outdoor patio, live music, trivia nights, DJs and no cover charge—make the Asgard a perfect spot for a pint and a meal. Sat & SB. L, D, C. $ 350 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square, 617-577-9100, classicirish.com.

Sights of Interest Cambridge Common/ Old Burying Ground Massachusetts Avenue and Garden Street. A grazing pasture and cemetery for Puritan Newtowne, as well as a favorite meeting spot for public figures and a tent site for the Continental Army. Early college presidents and town residents were buried in “God’s Acre” across from the Common. Christ Church Zero Garden St., 617-876-0200, cccambridge. org. Offices open Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Call for services. This 1761 Tory house of worship was utilized as a Colonial barracks during the American Revolution. Harvard and Radcliffe Yards Located within Harvard Campus. The centers of two institutions that have played major educational roles since Harvard’s founding in 1636. Harvard Square/Old Cambridge The center of Cambridge activity since the 17th century, the square is home to Harvard 26

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Entertainment The Brattle Theatre 40 Brattle St., Harvard Square, 617-8766837, brattlefilm.org. $10; students & matinees $8; seniors & children (under 12) $7. Classic, cutting-edge and world cinema with double features almost every day. Club Passim 47 Palmer St., Harvard Square, 617-492-7679, passim.org. Sep 18 at 8 p.m.—Steve Forbert, $25; Sep 19 at 7 p.m.—Cheryl Wheeler with Chris Trapper, $40; Sep 20 at 8 p.m.—Harpeth Rising, $15; Sep 21 at 8 p.m.—Peter Case, $20; Sep 25 at 8 p.m.—Tim Easton, $15; Sep 28 at 8 p.m.—Geoff Muldaur, $25; Oct 3 at 8 p.m.—Jeffrey Foucault, $20; Oct 4 at 3 p.m.—Hayley Reardon, $12; Oct 4 at 8 above photo: Derek Kouyoumjian

p.m.—Lucy Wainwright Roche, $17; Oct 11 at 8 p.m.—Rose Cousins, $20. The Comedy Studio at the Hong Kong 1238 Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, 617-661-6507, thecomedystudio.com. Shows begin at 8 p.m. $10 & 12. Located on the third floor of the Hong Kong restaurant, The Comedy Studio hosts cutting-edge headliners and up-and-coming comedians. ImprovBoston 40 Prospect St., Central Square, 617-5761253, improvboston.com. Performances: Wed–Sun. $5–18. Enjoy improv sketch comedy, stand-up shows, original music and audience participation for all ages. The Middle East 472 Massachusetts Ave., Central Square, 617-864-EAST, mideastclub.com. Whether Upstairs, Downstairs or in the Corner, this club showcases the best in alternative and indie rock bands. Sep 20 at 8 p.m.—Slaine, $16; Sep 22 at 7 p.m.—Soulja Boy, $25; Sep 29 at 7 p.m.—Paloma Faith, $15. Regattabar Third floor of The Charles Hotel, 1 Bennett St., 617-661-5000, regattabarjazz.com. Shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Regattabar is the leading jazz club in New England, showcasing performers rarely seen in the Hub. Sep 16—Mark Turner Quartet, $25; Sep 17—Youn Sun Nah and Ulf Wakenius Duo, $25; Sep 23—Eric Harland Voyager, $28; Sep 24—Jill Barber, $20; Sep 25—Kenny Werner: Coalition, $28; Oct 1—Ryan Keberle & Catharsis, $20; Oct 8—Kat Edmonson, $25; Oct 9— The Pierre Hurel Trio, $18. The Sinclair 52 Church St., 617-547-5200, sinclair cambridge.com. This live-music venue and American kitchen with gastropub influences is located in the heart of Harvard Square. Sep 21 at 7:30 p.m.—Stiff Little Fingers, $20; Sep 25 at 8 p.m.—Fishbone, $20; Sep 27 at 8 p.m.—Sondre Lerche, $15; Oct 1 at 8 p.m.— We Are Scientists and Surfer Blood, $20; Oct 11 at 8 p.m.—Marketa Irglova, $20.

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Museums & Galleries Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford St., 617-495-3045, hmnh.harvard. edu. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $12; seniors & students $10; children (3–18) $8. As Harvard’s most visited attraction, the museum features exhibits ranging from mammals, fish and dinosaurs to minerals, gems and meteorites. Special exhibits: Final Flight: The Extinction of the Passenger Pigeon; Mollusks: Shelled Masters of the Marine Realm; Thoreau’s Maine Woods: A Journey in Photographs with Scot Miller. MIT List Visual Arts Center 20 Ames St., 617-253-4680, listart.mit. edu. Tue, Wed & Fri–Sun noon–6 p.m., Thu noon–8 p.m. Free admission. One of the area’s premier showcases for contemporary art, the List Center presents works from the world’s leading contemporary artists through their changing exhibitions. Special exhibit: beginning Oct 10—Thea Djordjadze. The MIT Museum 265 Massachusetts Ave., 617-253-5927, web.mit.edu/museum. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $8.50; children, seniors & students $4; children (under 5) free. Exhibits welcome visitors into the world of MIT to discover the potential of science and technology. Special exhibits: 5,000 Moving Parts; Inventions: 2014 Student Showcase; Daguerre’s American Legacy: Photographic Portraits (1840–1900) from the Wm. B. Becker Collection.

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Rialto Charles Hotel, One Bennett St., Harvard Square, 617-661-5050, rialto-restaurant. com. James Beard Award-winning chef Jody Adams explores the flavors of Italy, France and Spain at this highly acclaimed Harvard Square restaurant. Stop by on Monday nights for dollar oysters. D. $$$$ Zoe’s 1105 Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, 617-495-0055, zoescambridge.com. This ’50s style diner offers a menu of delicious homemade Greek and American food. Serving breakfast all day, Zoe’s is a popular destination for the weekend brunch crowd. B, L, D, SB. $

Shopping CambridgeSide Galleria 100 CambridgeSide Place, Lechmere Square, 617-621-8666, cambridgesidegalleria. com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun noon– 7 p.m. This three-level mall features department stores such as Macy’s, as well as more than 100 other stores and specialty shops, including Gap, J. Crew, Aldo and more. The Garment District 200 Broadway, 617-876-5230, garment district.com. Sun–Fri 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–8 p.m. A vintage lover’s paradise, this two-level thrift warehouse sells everything from time-honored Levi’s to ’70s go-go boots. Also sift through heaping piles of By-thePound clothing, available for $1.50 per pound. The Harvard Coop 1400 Massachusetts Ave., 617-499-2000, store.thecoop.com. Mon–Sat 9 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–9 p.m. America’s largest college bookstore, located in Harvard Square, offers a wide selection of official Harvard clothing, gifts and souvenirs, and four floors of books for all ages. Rebekah Brooks 17 Brattle St., 617-864-1639, rebekhabrooks. com. Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun noon–5 p.m. A small, Massachusetts-based jewelry company, Rebekah Brooks features an ever-evolving collection of its own handmade jewelry and wedding rings accompanied by an expanded selection of antique pieces from the Edwardian, Art Deco and Victorian periods.

Map index Points of Interest African Meeting House F10 G9 Arlington Street Church Back Bay Station H8 H14 Bank of America Pavilion TD Garden D11 Berklee College of Music H7 H7 Berklee Performance Center Black Falcon Cruise Port I15 Black Heritage Trail F10 Boston Center for the Arts I9 Boston City Hall F11 Boston Common G10 Boston Convention & Exhibition Ctr. I13 Boston Design Center I15 Boston Massacre Site F11 Boston Public Library H8 Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum G12 Boston University H4 Bunker Hill Monument (Charlestown map) B11 Bunker Hill Pavilion (Charlestown map) B11 Central Burying Ground G10 Charles Playhouse H10 Charlestown Navy Yard (Charlestown map) C12 G9 Cheers Bar Children’s Museum G12 I7 Christian Science Plaza Christopher Columbus Park F12 Citgo Sign H5 Citi Performing Arts Center H10 Colonial Theatre G10 Conference Center at Harvard Medical J2 Copley Place H8 Copley Square H8 Copp’s Hill Burying Ground D12 Custom House Tower F12 Cutler Majestic Theatre G10 Downtown Crossing G11 Emerald Necklace J1–J11 Emerson College G10 Emmanuel College J4 Exchange Conference Ctr. G14 Faneuil Hall F11 Fenway Park H5 Freedom Trail - - - - - F10 Government Center F11 F11 Granary Burial Ground Harvard Stadium D1 F9 Hatch Memorial Shell Haymarket (Open-air market) E11 Horticultural Hall I7 Huntington Theatre Co./BU Theatre J7 Hynes Convention Center H7 Information Centers: Boston Common F10 Prudential Center H8 National Park Service F11 Logan Airport (Terminals A & E) E16, F16 G13 Institute of Contemporary Art International Place F12 Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum J5 JFK Federal Building E11 John Hancock Tower H9 Jordan Hall I7 Jorge Hernandez Cultural Center J8 Joseph Moakley Courthouse G13 Kenmore Square H5 Kings Chapel & Burial Ground F11 Lansdowne Street H5 Louisburg Square F9

Mary Baker Eddy Library I7 J5 Mass. College of Art Museum of African-American History F10 J6 Museum of Fine Arts Museum of Science D9 F12 New England Aquarium New England Conservatory of Music I7 H8 New Old South Church D10 North Station Northeastern University J6 Old City Hall F11 Old Corner Bookstore F11 Old North Church D12 Old South Meeting House F11 Old State House F11 The Opera House G10 Park Street Church F11 Park Street Station F11 Paul Revere House E12 Paul Revere Mall E12 Post Office Square F12 Prudential Center H8 The Public Garden (Swan Boats) G9 Quincy Market F12 Robert Gould Shaw Memorial F10 Rose Kennedy Greenway E11–E12 Rowes Wharf F12 Shubert Theatre H10 Sightseeing boats F12 Simmons College J5 South Station Information Center G12 F10 State House Suffolk University F10 I7 Symphony Hall Tip O’Neill Building D11 G10 Transportation Building Trinity Church H9 USS Constitution (Charlestown map) C12 USS Constitution Museum (Charlestown map) C12 Water Transportation Terminal G12 Wheelock College I4 G10 Wilbur Theatre World Trade Center G14

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beacon hill An old-world feeling awaits you in this quaint part of the city

trolling along Beacon Hill’s picturesque gas-lit streets, brick sidewalks and Federal-style row houses, it’s not uncommon to feel as though you’ve traveled back in time. Both eminently posh and utterly accommodating, this area has borne witness to much of the city’s storied past. The State House—with its gleaming gold dome—sits on the peak of the hill where the beacon for which the district was named used to reside. In this neighborhood, visitors can also find the African Meeting House, which holds the Museum of African-American History, as well as the Bull and Finch Pub, the inspiration for the popular TV show, “Cheers.” Charles Street, located at the flat of the hill, is lined with boutiques, restaurants, cafes and charming hotels. Locals descend the hill daily to enjoy all that Charles Street has to offer, adding to the feeling of small-town charm.

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Back Bay This famous neighborhood is truly the hub of the Hub

xquisite architecture and world-class retailers are plentiful in Boston’s most well-known neighborhood. The Victorian brick and brownstone residences that line the streets are not only beautiful, they’re widely regarded as the best-preserved examples of 19th-century urban design in the United States. Newbury and Boylston streets, where luxury shops vie for space amidst outstanding restaurants, welcome visitors and residents alike. Back Bay is also home to the iconic Prudential Tower, Trinity Church, Boston Public Library, the John Hancock Tower and two sprawling shopping malls connected by a climate-controlled bridge. You’ll also find standout salons, spas, antique shops and galleries throughout. Nightlife thrives in Back Bay as well, where chic hotel bars, world-class restaurants and swanky lounges abound.

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Don’t miss •J asper White’s Summer Shack summershack restaurant.com • Top of the Hub topofthehub.net • Kings kingsbowlamerica. com

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Fabulous cuisine, shopping and history are abundant in Boston’s Little Italy

talian culture reigns in the North End, Boston’s oldest and busiest neighborhood. The sweet scent of fresh cannoli rises from countless Italian bakeries that populate this district’s narrow cobblestone streets, while the veritable buffet of dining choices will have you wishing there were more than three meals to enjoy in a day. Recently, clothing and home decor boutiques have been setting up shop here, making the North End an even more diverse and desirable destination. Don’t even try to find a parking space—it’s best to hop on the T or walk. If you happen to be strolling The Freedom Trail, you’ll discover three of the North End’s most important historical sites: The Paul Revere House, Copp’s Hill Burying Ground and the Old North Church. Summertime brings people into the streets to celebrate various Italian feasts with music, socializing and, of course, sensational food.

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Don’t miss •C antina Italiana cantinaitaliana.com • Lucca luccaboston.com • Massimino’s massiminosboston. com • Terramia terramiaristorante. com • Ristorante Fiore ristorantefiore.com

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North End Historic Sites Five must-see spots on and off the Freedom Trail By Scott Roberto

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JOIN US ON THE ROOF Paul Revere House (19 North Square, 617-5232338, paulreverehouse.org, pictured): The oldest standing residence in Boston, this historic home was built around 1680 and was home to its namesake and his family from 1770–1800. This well-preserved Colonial-era edifice is a stop on the Freedom Trail. Old NOrth Church (193 Salem St., 617-523-6676, oldnorth.org): Remember “one if by land, two if by sea” from your U.S. History class? This is the spot from where the signal was sent that alerted revolution-minded colonists of British troop movements in 1775. Officially known as Christ Church and still an active house of worship, this famed lantern-hanging site was built in 1723 and is a favorite fixture on the Freedom Trail. Copp’s Hill Burying Ground (Hull Street): Founded in 1659, this is the city’s second oldest cemetery, after fellow Freedom Trail site King’s Chapel Burying Ground (1630). Interred here are the Mather family of Puritan preachers, Edmund Hartt (builder of the USS Constitution) and Robert Newman, the man who hung the signal lanterns in the steeple of the Old North Church on the eve of the American Revolution. St. Stephen’s Church (401 Hanover St.): The only church left in Boston designed by the father of American architecture Charles Bulfinch, St. Stephen’s—originally a Congregationalist house of worship known as the New North Church when it was dedicated in 1804— is an active Catholic Church. Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, native North Ender and matriarch of the iconic political family, was baptized here in 1890. Clough House (21 Unity St.): Located next to the Old North Church, this 18th-century home today hosts Captain Jackson’s Historic Chocolate Shop, where visitors can learn how cocoa confections were made in pre-Revolution days, and the Printing Office of Edes & Gill, a replica of a Colonial Era print shop complete with historical interpreters who demonstrate how their vintage equipment was used. above photo: Della Huff

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MICHELE TOPOR/ NORTH END MARKET TOUR Take a culinary tour into the food traditions of Boston’s “Little Italy.” Learn cooking secrets, benchmark flavors and how to select authentic ingredients. bostonfood tours.com

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Downtown’s AMC Loews cinema, featuring 19 screens and IMAX, is a movie-lovers’ mecca

Downtown City life at its best, where everything is within walking distance

n the heart of Boston, Downtown is where it’s happening. New residential developments, like Millennium Place, are attracting hundreds of new residents, while sophisticated Europeanbased restaurants and retailers give the district an international flavor. Downtown boasts numerous attractions, including the historic Theatre District, where award-winning architectural treasures were restored to their original glory. The Ladder District features a growing restaurant scene, while Downtown Crossing, the area’s retail center, hosts New England’s largest Jewelers District and Macy’s flagship Boston store. The popular Freedom Trail courses through the area. Downtown’s Financial District, an economic engine for the city, is home to a growing roster of tech start-ups and the acclaimed Post Office Square. One of the most walkable neighborhoods in the country, Downtown is easily reached via MBTA subway and bus lines and includes several Hubway bike-rental stations.

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Don’t miss •T he Merchant themerchantboston. com • Caffé Nero caffenero.com • King Street Tavern ameshotel.com/ king-tavern

ON THE Orange Line or Red Line to Downtown Crossing Green Line or Red Line to Park St.

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BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

The first publicly supported municipal library in the world hosts one million visitors a year, who come to view this architectural masterpiece and its collection of more than five million books. Film festivals, exhibits and children’s programs run throughout the year. 700 Boylston St., Copley Square, 617-536-5400. Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri & Sat ’til 5 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Free admission. Art & Architecture tours: Mon at 2:30 p.m.; Tue & Thu at 6 p.m.; Wed, Fri & Sat at 11 a.m.

Sights of Interest Arnold Arboretum 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, 617-524-1718. Grounds open sunrise to sunset. Free admission. Visitor Center: Thu–Tue 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Horticultural Library: Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3:45 p.m. This 265-acre tree sanctuary designed by Emerald Necklace architect Frederick Law Olmsted opened in 1872. Now a National Historic Landmark, the arboretum contain more than 7,000 varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers for your perusal.

Boston Public Garden Bordered by Arlington, Charles, Beacon and Boylston streets. Open daily dawn to dusk. Established in 1837, the Public Garden is the nation’s first public botanical garden. Its 24 acres are filled with scenic and diverse greenery, as well as sculptures, including one that commemorates the popular children’s book Make Way for Ducklings. Other fixtures include the Lagoon—home to the famed Swan Boats from April through September—and the world’s smallest suspension bridge.

Boston AthenÆum 10 1⁄2 Beacon St., 617-227-0270. Mon–Wed 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Thu & Fri ’til 5:30 p.m., Sat ’til 4 p.m.; beginning Oct 1—Thu ’til 8 p.m., Sun noon–4 p.m. Art & Architecture tours: Tue & Thu at 3 p.m. Reservations required. One of the oldest and most distinguished private libraries in the United States, the Athenæum was founded in 1807. For nearly half a century, it was the unchallenged center of intellectual life in Boston, and by 1851 it had become one of the five largest libraries in the country. Special exhibit: Over Here: World War I Posters from around the World.

Boston Tea party ships & Museum Congress Street Bridge, 855-832-1773, bostonteapartyship.com. Daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $25; seniors, students & military $22; children (4–12) $15; children (3 and under) free. The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum is dedicated to accurately reliving the famous event of December 16, 1773. With a new state-of-the-art museum and authentic replica ships (the Beaver and the Eleanor), the attraction invites visitors to travel back in time to learn and experience the courageous acts of those who forever shaped the course of history.

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sightseeing The First Church of Christ, Scientist 210 Massachusetts Ave., 617-450-2000. Free tours of The Mother Church Tue noon–4 p.m., Wed 1–4 p.m., Thu–Sat noon–5 p.m. and Sun 11 a.m.–3 p.m., every half hour. Services: Sun at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The original Mother Church built in 1894 is at the heart of the Christian Science Center, situated on 14 acres in the Back Bay. The Romanesque structure is made from New Hampshire granite with stained glass windows illustrating Biblical events. New England Historic Genealogical Society 99 Newbury St., 888-296-3447, american ancestors.org. Tue & Thu–Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Wed ’til 9 p.m. Non-member admission: $15. NEHGS is the country’s leading resource for family history research. They provide knowledge, skills and understanding for anyone interested in learning about their family and its place in history. The Skywalk Observatory at the Prudential Center 800 Boylston St., Prudential Tower, 50th floor, 617-859-0648. Daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Admission (including a headset audio tour of points of interest): $16; seniors & students (with college ID) $13; children (under 12) $11. Observatory may be closed due to weather conditions; please call ahead. New England’s premier observatory offers spectacular 360-degree panoramic views of the city. This unique experience is a must for all Boston visitors, and boasts an audio tour, multimedia theater, the Dreams of Freedom Immigration Museum and much more. Trinity Church 206 Clarendon St., inside Tip: Copley Square, 617More than 100,000 536-0944. Sun 7 people visit Trinity Church every year. a.m.–7 p.m., Mon, Fri & Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tue, Wed & Thu ’til 6 p.m. Worship services: Sun 7:45, 9 and 11:15 a.m., 6 p.m. Guided tours: $7; seniors & students (with ID) $5; children (under 16) free with an adult; call for times. Self-guided tours available Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Sat 9 p.m.–4 p.m., Sun 1–5 p.m. Built in 1877, this house of worship is a combination of Victorian, Gothic and French Romanesque styles and is one of the great masterpieces of American church architecture. 44

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Tours and Trails Antique Limousine 617-309-6414. bostontours-antiquelimo. com. Tours by appointment only. Enjoy historic Freedom Trail tours in a 1939 Cadillac eight-passenger limousine, just like the Godfather’s car. Get close to the sights where the trolleys and duck tours can’t. The drivers dress, speak and act the part—just don’t mess with them or you might be riding in the trunk! They’ll make you an offer you can’t refuse. Ask about their specials. Black Heritage Trail 46 Joy St., 617-725-5415. Free tours by appointment only. Call at least 24 hours in advance for reservations. Visit afroam museum.org for site descriptions. A guided tour through the north side of Beacon Hill, including the homes of politicians and entrepreneurs; the African Meeting House, built in 1806; the oldest standing house built by an African-American (1797); and the home of Lewis and Harriet Hayden, who harbored runaway slaves. Maps are available at the Museum of African-American History. Boston Upper Deck Trolley Tours 617-742-1440. Tours depart daily from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. approximately every 15 minutes; schedule is subject to change, visit bostonupperdecktrolleytours.com or call ahead for availability. Tickets can be purchased aboard trolleys or at various locations throughout the city. One-Day Tickets (Boston Loop Only): $29.52; seniors & students $23.81; children (3–11) $14.29; children (under 3) free; Premium value tickets: $39.05; military, seniors & students $35.24; children (3–11) $20; children (under 3) free. Boston’s upper deck “Green” and eco-conscious trolley fleet provides superior views as you tour Boston’s historic sights in comfort. This 2.5 hour loop covers more than 100 points of interest, including the North End, the USS Constitution, Back Bay and Boston Common. As a bonus for premium value ticket holders, connect with Super Tours’ Cambridge loop, which takes visitors to Harvard and Central squares. All of this, plus a free second day on the trolley, a free Super Duck Harbor Splash Tour and your choice of free admission to a Charles Riverboat Cruise, the Old South Meeting House, Harvard Museum of Natural History, MIT Museum or Institute of Contemporary Art makes this comprehensive tour one of Boston’s best values for visitors.

sightseeing Fenway Park Tours 4 Yawkey Way, 617-226-6666. Tours leave daily, every hour on the hour, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $17; seniors $14; children (3–15), students & military personnel $12. Tours originate at the Souvenir Store located on Yawkey Way across from Service Gate D, rain or shine. This tour offers an inside look at America’s oldest active Major League ballpark, including a visit to the top of the famed “Green Monster” and stories from Red Sox history. The Freedom Trail Foundation’s Freedom Trail Players 617-357-8300. Tours depart hourly from 11 a.m.–noon. Tickets: $13; seniors & students $11; children (12 and under) $7; call for private tours. Explore the Freedom Trail with costumed actors portraying famous patriots such as James Otis, Abigail Adams and William Dawes in this 90-minute tour. Stops include Park Street Church, the Boston Massacre Site, the Old State House and Faneuil Hall. Historic Pub Crawl BosTix Booth, Faneuil Hall, 617-357-8300. Reservations required. Tue at 5:30 p.m.

Tickets: $43. The Freedom Trail Foundation’s 18th-century costumed guide takes you on a tour of Boston’s historic pubs where treasonous events were hatched more than 250 years ago. Enjoy plenty of beer and light fare along the way. North End Market Tour 617-523-6032. Three-hour tours: Wed & Sat at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Fri at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Reservations required. Custom tours for groups available. Tickets: $54. Michele Topor, an authority on Italian cuisine and culture, hosts walking tours through one of the nation’s oldest Italian-American communities. Samuel Adams Brewery Tour: Drink in a Little History 30 Germania St., Jamaica Plain, 617-3685080. Tours begin approximately every 45 minutes, Mon–Thu & Sat 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Fri ’til 5:30 p.m. One-hour tours include samples (ID required). Tickets: $2 donation to a local charity. Call for special events and closings. Learn about the art of brewing beer and taste rich malts and spicy hops on this tour of the original Samuel Adams brewery.

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Boston See Boston like you’ve never seen it, at the Skywalk Observatory. Interesting displays including “Dreams of Freedom,” featuring the Boston immigrant experience. Informative audio tour and a theater featuring “ Wings Over Boston.” Located at The Prudential Center, 800 Boylston Street, Boston | 617-859-0648 46

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super Duck tours Departing from Charlestown Navy Yard, 87734-DUCKS, bostonsupertours.com. Tours: Daily at 1 and 3 p.m. Tickets: $33.33; seniors & students $29.52; children (3–11) $21.90; children (under 3) $11.43. This 90-minute tour departs from Charlestown Navy Yard, and offers a free shuttle to and from the New England Aquarium area. Boston’s newest amphibious tour takes visitors on a narrated waterfront journey through the streets of Boston, which suddenly turns into a nautical adventure when the bus becomes a boat and plunges boldly into Boston Harbor.

Wildlife Franklin Park Zoo One Franklin Park Road, Franklin Park, 617541-LION. Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–5 p.m, Sat & Sun ’til 6 p.m.; beginning Oct 1—daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission: $17.95; seniors $14.95; children (2–12) $11.95; military personnel with ID half-price; $11.95 for all from 10 a.m.–noon the first Sat of each month. Home to more than 210 species, many of them endangered. Roam the Australian Outback Trail with kangaroos, visit the gorillas in the Trop-

ical Forest, marvel at the lion at Kalahari Kingdom and see zebras, ostriches and wildebeests at Serengeti Crossing. New England Aquarium Central Wharf, 617-973-5206. Mon–Fi 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat & Sun ’til 6 p.m. Admission: $24.95; seniors (60+) $22.95; children (3–11) $17.95; children (under 3) free. Refer to Current Events section under Film for IMAX theater listings. Combination ticket prices available. Dedicated to advancing knowledge of the world of water, this aquatic zoo features a Giant Ocean Tank containing a Caribbean coral reef with sea turtles, moray eels and other aquatic life; a popular penguin habitat; Northern fur seals in the Marine Mammal Center; a shark and ray touch tank; and the Simons 3D IMAX Theater.

Whale Watches New England Aquarium Central Wharf, 617-227-4321. Mon–Fri at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Sat & Sun at 10 a.m., noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m.; beginning Sep 29— Mon–Fri at noon, Sat & Sun at 10 a.m. and noon. $47; seniors $42; children (3–11) $36;

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sightseeing children (2 and under) $16. Cruise on highspeed catamarans to Stellwagen Bank, the East Coast’s most famous destination for whale watching. Catch sight of humpback, finback and minke whales from the deck or from the comfort of a fully modernized cabin boasting snack and beverage services.

Beyond Boston Adams National Historical Park 1250 Hancock St., Quincy, 617-770-1175. Take the “T” to the Quincy Center stop on the Red Line. Visitor Center open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $5; children (under 16) free. This historical gem offers insight into the lives of U.S. presidents John Adams and son John Quincy Adams. See the birthplaces of both presidents, as well as “The Old House,” which was home to five generations of the Adams family. Cape Ann Visitors will be mesmerized by this charming region’s combination of sprawling waterfront vistas, sleepy harbors and quaint New England architecture. Just an hour north by train or I-95/Rte. 128, you’ll find whale watches, lighthouses, superb antique shops, countless galleries and museums, as well as top-notch theater venues and warm bed and breakfasts.

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Cape Cod and the Islands One of the nation’s most beloved tourist destinations, Cape Cod has 559.6 miles of coastline for swimming, kayaking, sailing and snorkling. There’s also the uber-wealthy islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, which provide the perfect balance of ritzy indulgence and traditional old New England whaling and merchant culture. Minute Man National Historical Park 978-369-6993, Concord and Lexington (North Bridge Visitor Center, 174 Liberty St., Concord). Park grounds open sunrise to sunset. Created in 1959 to preserve the sites associated with the opening battles of the American Revolution, Minute Man Park consists of more than 900 acres of land along original segments of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, including Lexington Green and Concord’s North Bridge, as well as The Wayside, the 19th-century

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Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, 508-3473362. Daily 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $24; seniors $22; children (3–17) $8; (under 3) free. Take a trip back in time at this recreation of an early 19th-century New England village where costumed educators give visitors a glimpse of life in America’s early days. Visit a tin shop, a cider mill and a blacksmith, ride the old-fashioned stagecoach and tour restorations of period New England homes.

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Plimoth Plantation 137 Warren Ave., Plymouth, 508-746-1622. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Tickets: $35; seniors $31.50; students $29.50; children (6–12) $21. When the Pilgrims landed in America during the 17th century, they landed at Plymouth Rock. They built their settlement three miles south of the rock and named it Plimoth Plantation. Today, visitors can tour the Plantation and see how the Pilgrims went about their daily lives, hunting, gathering and making crafts.

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Salem This North Shore town will always be known for the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, but Salem also boasts a bustling wharf with many bars and restaurants, and is regarded as an up-and-coming enclave for the young and trendy. Fans of spooky stuff can visit the New England Pirate Museum to see what life was like when Blackbeard roamed the high seas, or tiptoe through the Salem Witch Museum or Witch Dungeon Museum. On Halloween, the city transforms into one giant party for ghosts and ghouls, but 365 days a year, Salem is a charming place to explore and enjoy.

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sacre Site State Street in front of the Old State House. At the next intersection below the State House, a ring of cobblestones marks the site of the clash between a jeering Boston crowd and a British guard of nine soldiers on March 5, 1770.

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Merchants Row and Faneuil Hall Square, 617-242-5689. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Historical talks given every half hour from 9:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., when hall is not in use. “The Cradle of Liberty” combines a marketplace on the first floor with the town meeting hall upstairs, the site of fiery revolutionary debate.

House 19 North Square, North Street, 617523-2338. Daily 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Admission: $3.50; seniors & students $3; children (5–17) $1. The oldest home in Boston (built c. 1680), occupied by silversmith and patriot Paul Revere from 1770 to 1800.

Old North Church 193 Salem St., 617523-6676. Daily 9 a.m.– 6 p.m. Services: Sun at 9 and 11 a.m. Known as Christ Church and erected in 1723, this is Boston’s oldest standing church. Two lanterns were hung here on April 18, 1775, signaling the Redcoats’ departure by sea for Lexington and Concord.

Copp’s Hill Burying Ground Hull Street. Daily 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. Set out in 1659, Copp’s Hill was Boston’s second cemetery. Many remarkable people are interred here, including the Mather family of ministers and Edmund Hartt, builder of the USS Constitution.

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Monument Breed’s Hill, Charlestown, 617-2427511. Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m., last climb at 4:30 p.m. The site of the historic battle of June 17, 1775.

Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, 617-2425670. Tue–Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; beginning Oct 1—10 a.m.–4 p.m. This 44-gun frigate is the world’s oldest commissioned warship, christened “Old Ironsides” during the War of 1812 when cannonballs literally bounced off her triple hull. BOSTONGUIDE.COM

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patron’s mexican kitchen and watering hole 138 Brighton Ave., Allston, 617-782-2020, allstonsfinest.com. Patron’s (formerly Big City) offers Mexican-inspired food, new signature items, a mezcal and tequilaria with more than 80 cervezas, along with fireplaces, pool tables, foosball, HD flat screen TVs and cool tunes. Kitchen open ’til 1 a.m., Thu–Sat ’til 2 a.m. Private parties a specialty. L, D, LS, Sat & SB. $

Bar 10 Westin Copley Place, 10 Huntington Ave., 617-424-7446, bar10boston.com. Bar 10 mixes signature martinis and lighter, modern American fare with a vibrant setting and an array of shareable dishes, including salads, flatbread pizzas and more. Voted Best Hotel Bar by Boston magazine and Best Civilized Nightcap by The Improper Bostonian. L, D, C, SB. $$

Ben & Jerry’s The Sunset Grill & Tap 174 Newbury St., 617-536-5456; 20 Park 130 Brighton Ave. (corner of Harvard and Plaza, Ste. 14, 617-426-0890; 36 JFK St., Brighton avenues), Allston, 617-254-1331, allstons Scan this code for KEY AVERAGE PRICE OF finest.com. This popular expanded Panorama DINNER ENTREES B Breakfast dining listings Allston hangout features $ Most less than $12 L Lunch Boston’s biggest beer $$ $12–18 D Dinner $$$ $19–25 BR Brunch selection, with more than $$$$ Most more than $25 SB Sunday Brunch 112 beers on tap and 380 Many restaurants offer a wide C Cocktails range of entrees and prices; craft brews and imports in LS Late Supper the classifications are only (serving after 10 p.m.) bottles as well as awardapproximations. VP Valet Parking winning steam beer burgNC Credit Cards Not or visit Refer to Cuisine Index, Accepted ers and famous curly bostonguide.com page 60. * Entertainment fries. L, D, C, LS, SB. $ 52

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Forum Bar & Restaurant 755 Boylston St., 857-991-1831, forumboston. com. Newly renovated and boasting a brandnew menu, Forum offers two distinct floors, two bars, an outdoor patio, cafe space and private dining. L, D, LS, C, Sat & SB, VP. $$$ Jasper White’s Summer Shack 50 Dalton St., 617-867-9955, 149 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, 617-520-9500, summershackrestaurant.com. Top-notch seafood such as pan-roasted lobster, award-winning fried chicken and an impressive raw bar in a casual setting. L, D. $$$ *Kings 50 Dalton St., 617-266-2695, kingsbackbay. com. Kings isn’t your parents’ bowling alley. Executive chef Andre has crafted a versatile American menu highlighted by delectable appetizers, house-smoked ribs, marinated steak tips, hand-tossed pizzas and inventive homemade entrees. Come for the bowling, come back for the food. L, D, LS, C. $$ L’Espalier Mandarin Oriental Boston, 774 Boylston St., 617-262-3023, lespalier.com. This sophisticated French classic, consistently named as one of Boston’s top eateries, is a favorite of both power brokers and couples out for a romantic evening. L, D. $$$$ OAK Long Bar + Kitchen Fairmont Copley Plaza, 138 St James Ave., 617-585-7222, oaklongbarkitchen.com. This brasserie-style spot features a menu of inventive American dishes. The namesake Long Bar winds more than 80 feet through the restaurant, offering a central meeting

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tional Italian food with nightly specials and a lengthy wine list. Specialties include homemade fusilli and shrimp margarita. L, D. $$ *Cheers 84 Beacon St., 617-227-9605; Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-227-0150, cheersboston. com. Both the original Beacon Hill pub and its spin-off offer tasty traditional fare and an abundant beverage selection. Live entertainment Thu–Sat. L, D, C, LS. $ Clink The Liberty Hotel, 215 Charles St., 617-2244004, libertyhotel.com/clink. Artfully marrying European culinary tradition with contemporary American innovation, Clink’s dining room features elements of the original cells from its earlier life as the Charles Street Jail. Clink’s lobby bar draws trendy urbanites with its energetic nightlife scene. B, L, C. $$$ The Hungry i 71½ Charles St., 617-227-3524, hungryiboston. com. In a two-story townhouse with three working fireplaces and an outdoor patio, chef Peter Ballarin serves signature dishes, including venison au poivre. L Thu & Fri, D, SB, C. $$$

Scollay Square 21 Beacon St., 617-742-4900, scollaysquare. com. A warm, inviting environment serving American comfort food at a reasonable price with a sophisticated cocktail list. This neighborhood bistro-style restaurant is a great meeting place for friends and small groups to eat, drink and socialize. L, D, SB, C. $$$

Downtown Back Deck 2 West St., 617-670-0320, backdeckboston. com. With three deck spaces and a menu of grill-focused favorites, Back Deck invites everyone to gather around patio tables and chairs for a charcoal-cooked meal and backyard-inspired cocktails. The restaurant brings the outdoors inside with floorto-ceiling windows, carriage lighting, lush green planters, glazed brick and an open kitchen. L, D, Sat & SB, C. $$ *Bond Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-956-8765, bondboston.com. This swanky restaurant and lounge 1/15/14 boasts a Panorama 4.625x3.75 diverse cocktail and wine menu to

accompany its array of exotic international cuisine. L, D, C. $$$ *Cafe Fleuri Langham Hotel Boston, 250 Franklin St., 617-451-1900, boston.langhamhotels. com. Enjoy one of Boston’s top Sunday brunches, or sample contemporary New England fare and desserts within a sunlit garden atrium. B, L, SB. $$ Fajitas & ’Ritas 25 West St., 617-426-1222, fajitasandritas. com. Established in 1989, Fajitas & ’Ritas features fresh, healthy Texan and barbecue cuisine at bargain prices. A fun place to eat, drink and hang out, the walls are decorated with colorful murals and the bar boasts some of Boston’s best—and sturdiest—margaritas. L, D, C. $

*Howl at the moon 184 High St., 617-292-4695, howlatthemoon. com. A high-energy, clapping, stomping, dancing, rock ’n’ roll dueling piano show. Part bar, part sing-along, the Howl at the Moon experience is centered around two baby 10:48 AM Page 1 grand pianos and audience participation.

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dining Also boasts supersized 86-ounce cocktails and a full menu of appetizers, sandwiches, pizza and more. Live music nightly. D, C. $ *The Kinsale Irish Pub & Restaurant 2 Center Plaza (Cambridge Street), 617742-5577, classicirish.com. Hand-crafted in Ireland and shipped to Boston, this classic pub features a cozy interior with beautiful Celtic motifs and traditional Irish fare with 20+ beers on tap, 100-seat seasonal patio, live music and trivia on Wed. Sat & SB. L, D, C. $$ Meritage Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, 617-439-3995, bhh.com. Fresh, seasonal cuisine is carefully matched to an appropriate vintage from the 12,000-bottle wine collection. D & LS. $$$$ Parker’s Restaurant Omni Parker House, 60 School St., 617227-8600. Enjoy nostalgic cuisine with a contemporary flair in the stately dining room where Boston cream pie and the Parker House roll were first served. B, L, D. $$$$

Ye Olde Union Oyster House 41 Union St., 617-227-2750, unionoyster house.com. America’s oldest restaurant, now celebrating 186 years, serves Yankee-style seafood, beef and chicken, and is famed for the oyster bar where Daniel Webster dined daily. Specialties include clam chowder and fresh lobster. L, D, VP. $$$

Faneuil Hall Marketplace *Dick’s Last Resort Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market, 617-267-8080, dickslastresort.com. Enjoy the outrageous antics of Dick’s sassy staff as they serve up ribs, succulent crab, juicy steaks, sandwiches, burgers and salads. Live music every night. L, D, C. $$ *Durgin-Park 340 Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 617-2272038, durgin-park.com. For more than a century, Durgin-Park has catered to the hearty appetites of locals and visitors alike. One of the oldest continuously running restaurants in the country, it features a wide selection of comfort food and classic New

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England fare, including clam chowder and the signature prime rib. L, D, C. $$ *Hard Rock Cafe 22–24 Clinton St., 617-424-7625, hardrock. com. Offering classic American cuisine served with a healthy dose of rock ’n’ roll. After you eat, take in the massive collection of authentic music memorabilia or enjoy live music from hot local and national acts. L, D, C, LS. $

Fenway/Kenmore Square The Bleacher Bar 82A Lansdowne St., 617-262-2424, bleacherbarboston.com. Inside Fenway Park, underneath the bleachers, take in center field views of America’s most beloved ballpark. With the feel of a neighborhood pub and featuring a deli-style menu and cold beer, Bleacher Bar is open all year round. L, D, C. $ Eastern Standard Hotel Commonwealth, 528 Commonwealth Ave., 617-532-9100, easternstandardboston .com. This Kenmore Square brasserie resem-

bles an old hotel dining room and attracts a diverse crowd, from businessmen to Red Sox fans seeking a pre-game bite. B, L, D. $$ Game On! 82 Lansdowne St., 617-351-7001, gameon boston.com. This sports bar/restaurant/ nightclub built inside Fenway Park, a star of Boston’s nightlife scene, offers a sleek spot in which to sample a full menu and watch sporting events on a number of big-screen TVs. L, D. $$

North End Antico Forno 93 Salem St., 617-723-6733, anticoforno boston.com. Featuring brick-oven classics such as roasted chicken with garlic and herbs; pizza with artichoke hearts, porcini and buffalo mozzarella; and linguini with clams, mussels, calamari and shrimp. L, D. $$ Aragosta Bar & Bistro 3 Battery Wharf, 617-994-9001, aragosta bistro.com. Aragosta offers a warm, social atmosphere and contemporary Italian cuisine in a stunning waterfront setting that

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gnocchi, hearty parmigiana di melanzane and signature bombolotti pasta. Open daily. L, D, VP $$$

AssaGgio 25–29 Prince St., 617-227-7380, assaggio boston.com. This wine bar and bistro offers nightly specials from its mesquite-wood grill, as well as some of the best traditional Italian cuisine. Complement your dinner with one of 110 wines or an international beer or micro brews. L, D, LS. $$

Lucca Restaurant & Bar 226 Hanover St., 617-742-9200; 116 Huntington Ave., 617-247-2400, luccaboston. com. This North End eatery (with a second location in the Back Bay) racks up accolades for its regional Italian cuisine, lively bar and elegant atmosphere. D, C, Valet Parking. $$$

Caffe Pompei 280 Hanover St., 617-227-1562. Pompei features a wide assortment of coffees, 160 wines by the glass, Italian cordials and sandwiches, pizza, homemade cannoli and ice cream imported from Italy. Open daily. B, L, LS. $

Massimino’s Cucina Italiana 207 Endicott St., 617-523-5959, massiminos boston.com. Owner/chef Massimino— former head chef of Naples’ Hotel Astoria and Switzerland’s Metropolitan Hotel— offers specialties like veal chop stuffed with arugula, prosciutto, smoked mozzarella and black olives, among numerous other delights. L, D, LS, C. $

Cantina italiana 346 Hanover St., 617-723-4577, cantina italiana.com. Cantina Italiana has been serving generations of families, locals and tourists since 1931. Owner and chef Fiore Colella stocks the menu full with fresh, authentic flavors from Italy’s central southern regions, featuring house-made potato

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Parla 230 Hanover St., 617-367–2824, parlaboston.com. Dine on an inventive, Italian- and Mediterranean-inspired menu that uses surprising ingredients to create

bold flavors. Bask in an eccentric, speakeasy-inspired decor and enjoy original cocktails, unique wines and craft beers from the bar. D, LS, C, SB. $$$

Colella came to the U.S. in 1970 he found himself in the North End, and within 10 years, this little restaurant grew up to be one of the most recognizable landmarks on Hanover Street. L, D, VP, C. $$$

Regina Pizzeria 111 â &#x201E;2 Thacher St., 617-227-0765, regina pizzeria.com; also: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall Marketplace; The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-424-1115; South Station, Atlantic Ave. and Summer Street; 353 Cambridge St., Allston, 617783-2300; 1330 Boylston St., 617-266-9210. Since 1926, patrons have been indulging in delicious, award-winning homemade pizza at Bostonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest brick-oven pizzeria. Delivery and curbside-to-go takeout available. C in Allston. L & D daily. $ Ristorante Bella Vista 288 Hanover St., 617-367-4999. This casual yet elegant family-style restaurant offers authentic Italian cuisine, from escarole soup to lobster fra diavolo. L & D. $$ Ristorante Fiore 250 Hanover St., 617-371-1176, ristorante fiore.com. When chef and owner Fiore

Ristorante Saraceno 286 Hanover St., 617-227-5888, saracenos. com. Neapolitan cuisine served in an intimate atmosphere complete with charming, beautifully decorated exposed brick walls. Reservations recommended. L, D, VP, C. $$ Terramia Ristorante 98 Salem St., 617-523-3112, terramia ristorante.com. Specializing in creative interpretations of Italian classics, Terramia offers seasonally based dishes and an extensive wine list in a cozy, rustic atmosphere. D. $$

South End *The Beehive 541 Tremont St., 617-423-0069, beehive boston.com. Hailed as a must-see Boston venue by Travel + Leisure, Zagat and The New York Times, this popular Bohemian

or well over a century, Durgin-Park has catered to the hearty appetites of straw hatted, whiteaproned, market men and local characters. Take part in Boston history as you step into one of the oldest continuously running establishments in the country. Choose from a wide selection of comfort food and classic New England Fare such as Clam Chowder or the signature Prime Rib.

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dining eatery and bar features world-class live music as well as generous food and drink. D, Sat & SB. $$ Hamersley’s Bistro 553 Tremont St., 617-423-2700, hamersleys bistro.com. This pioneering French-American

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Parla 58 60 Regina Pizzeria 59 53 Rialto 28 53 Ristorante Bella Vista 59 French Country Ristorante Fiore 59 The Hungry i 54 Ristorante 59 Saraceno Greek/GreekSportello 61 American Zoe’s 28 Terramia 59 Ristorante

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classic, helmed by husband-and-wife team Gordon and Fiona Hamersley, puts South End dining on the map. Inspired the bistros of France, the menu revels in hearty, rustic dishes which draw from the diversity of seasonal, local New England ingredients. D. $$$$

Theatre District Legal Sea Foods 558 Washington St., 617-692-8888; 26 Park Plaza, Park Square Motor Mart, 617-4264444; 255 State St., Long Wharf, 617-7425300; Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617-266-6800; 270 Northern Ave., Liberty Wharf, 617-477-2900; other locations, legalseafoods.com. This Boston tradition features more than 40 varieties of fresh fish and shellfish as well as a lengthy wine list. Named “Boston’s Most Popular Restaurant” by Zagat. L & D. $$$

restaurants of 2013 by Esquire, Ming Tsai’s 80-seat gastropub is a relaxed, Asianfusion neighborhood hangout with a tapasstyle menu. L, D, LS, C. $$ Sportello 348 Congress St., Inside Tip: 617-737-1234, sportello Chef Barbara Lynch also owns Drink, boston.com. Celebrity the acclaimed bar chef Barbara Lynch downstairs from provides her interSportello. pretation of a classic diner, serving up impeccable trattoria-inspired Italian dishes and a new wine bar. L, D, SB. $$$ Row 34 383 Congress St., 617-553-5900, row34.com. This “workingman’s oyster bar” features fresh seafood, a unique beer selection and an industrial-chic decor. L, D. $$$

tavern road 343 Congress St., 617-790-0808, tavernroad.com. Brothers Louis and blue dragon Michael DiBiccari combine forces with local 324 A St., 617-338-8585, ming.com/Mag2/17.05 Boston artists to bringPM FortPage Point2a highPanorama Ads May 2014:Duck 4/4/14 3:22 blue-dragon. Named one of the best new energy, modern menu and bar. D, LS, C. $$

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Music of the People

Local writer Scott Alarik keeps the folk music tradition alive in Harvard Square.

“Of all the music I heard growing and melodic voices. “Folk music exists in a up in the 1950s and ’60s, folk music always felt constant state of revival,” he says. “There are the most real to me,” says Scott Alarik, one of always new people discovering it and putting the most prolific folk music writers in the countheir own stamp on it.” Entertaining events try. “It seemed to be about the way we really like the annual Revels RiverSing attract a cholive our lives, the things we really care about.” rus of thousands to the banks of the Charles As a folksinger, Alarik performed regularly on River; and the second annual Harvard Square “A Prairie Home Companion,” and in legendary Folk Festival, where Alarik will be telling coffeehouse venues around the country. As a stories from Revival, is back for an encore. writer, he covered the folk scene for The Boston Looking to catch a live folk show this Globe and contributed to national magazines month? “Club Passim is the premier showcase like Sing Out and Billboard. Folk music, also club for folk music in the Greater Boston known as “roots,” spans decades and generaarea,” Alarik says. Known as Club 47 when it tions, up to the contemporary folk revival. As opened in 1958, it has a legacy as the launchAlarik says, “The music strongly connects to ing pad for the ’60s folk revival, hosting artists what it used to be, when it was the self-made including Joan Baez, Bob Dylan and Tom soundtrack of the lives of ordinary people.” Rush. And surrounding the city, you’ll find September is Revival Month in Harvard a storied network of showrooms. “No other Square, an annual celebration of renewal and place in the world has this number,” Alarik tradition named for Alarik’s award-winning says. “They’re real community venues.” At folk music novel, Revival. Set in Cambridge within the modern folk Harvard Square Folk Festival world, the story centers around two September 21 on Palmer Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, songwriters who meet at an openfrom noon–5 p.m., harvardsquare.com. Free admission. mic and fall in love through their shared passion for music. “It’s a love story bostoncoffeehouses.org, you can find nearly within a love story,” he elaborates. “There’s a 60 locations dedicated to supporting folk and larger love story about folk music in the 21st acoustic music. “Tradition is another word century, how it stays alive and what feeds it.” for community,” Alarik states. “Through folk This year is the fourth embrace of Revival music, we find out that community can exist Month. All month long, Cambridge is alive with people who lived before us. That’s a really and well with the sounds of grassroots songs powerful thing.” —Samantha DiMauro 62

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