Welcome to the oldest public park in United States' history! Boston Common's history dates back to its days as a community pasture in 1634. Later, the military would use the land, and public hangings were also carried out on the land. The gallows were removed in 1817, and by 1830 grazing on the land was prohibited, leaving the land for public recreation. The 50-acre park is located near Beacon Hill and downtown Boston, making it a popular location for a day of strolling and relaxing for locals and visitors alike.
Sunny days will find folks enjoying picnics, naps in the sun, Frisbee games and more! You can even enjoy winter skating and summer wading on Frog Pond. Special events and demonstrations are also frequently hosted on the grounds of Boston Common, so check back often for updated information!
Light The Night, a signature event of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, is an evening walk held annually nation-wide to celebrate and commemorate lives touched by blood cancers.
