Boston Harbor Islands National Park
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Sunday August 17 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Sunday August 17 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT Weekly
Hike with a Ranger on Spectacle Island
Join a park ranger for a 45-minute guided hike up the North or South Drumlin!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website.
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Sunday August 17 11:30am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Sunday Funday on Spectacle Island
Embrace the season and your time on the islands with great games and activities. Enjoy volleyball, badminton, lawn games, and kite flying for endless fun!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page ......More
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Sunday August 17 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Sunday Funday on Georges Island
Dive into the living history of the Civil War with historic lawn games, music, and other hands-on activities.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership websit......More
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Sunday August 17 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT Weekly
Jazz on the Porch on Spectacle Island
Soak in stunning harbor views as you enjoy live jazz on the porch at Spectacle Island! Performance featuring Berklee musicians with smooth summer sounds.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page o......More
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Monday August 18 11:00am - 4:30pm EDT Weekly
iSpy on Spectacle Island
Explore Spectacle Island like never before with iSpy, a fun and interactive nature-based scavenger hunt. Perfect for all ages, this adventure will have you searching for hidden treasures, spotting local wildlife, and discovering the island’s unique natural features.Spec......More
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Monday August 18 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Monday August 18 11:15am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Art in the Park on Georges Island
Unleash your creativity with a variety of art activities designed to enrich your island experience. Test your hand at watercolors, write and illustrate nature haikus, learn to decode signal flags, and explore sun printing.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. T......More
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Tuesday August 19 11:00am - 3:30pm EDT Weekly
iSpy on Georges Island
Explore Georges Island like never before with iSpy, a fun and interactive nature-based scavenger hunt. Perfect for all ages, this adventure will have you searching for hidden treasures, spotting local wildlife, and discovering the island’s unique natural features.George......More
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Tuesday August 19 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Tuesday August 19 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT Weekly
Science in the Park: Participatory Tuesdays on Spectacle Island
Explore the island at your own pace and collect data through participatory science on Tuesdays at Spectacle Island!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnershi......More
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Tuesday August 19 11:30am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Art in the Park on Spectacle Island
Unleash your creativity with a variety of art activities designed to enrich your island experience. Test your hand at watercolors, write and illustrate nature haikus, learn to decode signal flags, and explore sun printing.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry.......More
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Wednesday August 20 11:00am - 4:30pm EDT Weekly
Wellness Station on Spectacle Island
Whether you’re looking to add resistance to your hike, stretch out with a scenic view, or focus on mindful movement, we’ve got the tools to support your wellness journey.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Wednesday August 20 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Wednesday August 20 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT Weekly
Science in the Park: Wild Wednesdays on Spectacle Island
Explore the plants, wildlife, and other natural resources of the Boston Harbor Islands on a guided walk each Wednesday on Spectacle Island!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston H......More
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Wednesday August 20 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT Weekly
Kidleidoscope on Georges Island
Bring your little explorers to Kidleidoscope, a fun and engaging program designed to discover the wonders of nature on Georges Island! Through storytelling, hands-on activities, and guided exploration, kids will learn about the island’s wildlife, plants, and natural lan......More
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Wednesday August 20 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Weekly
Knotical Know-How on Spectacle Island
Challenge your nautical know-how by learning practical marine knots at a hands-on station for all ages.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website....More
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Wednesday August 20 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT Weekly
Knotical Know-How on Georges Island
Challenge your nautical know-how by learning practical marine knots at a hands-on station for all ages.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website.
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Thursday August 21 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Thursday August 21 11:15am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Seaside Salutations on Georges Island
Greetings from Georges Island! Stop by the Visitor Center to decorate a postcard and send someone special a note. When you’re ready, grab a postage stamp from a park ranger and drop your postcard in our Sail Mailbox.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purc......More
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Thursday August 21 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT Weekly
Kidleidoscope on Spectacle Island
Bring your little explorers to Kidleidoscope, a fun and engaging program designed to discover the wonders of nature on Spectacle Island! Through storytelling, hands-on activities, and guided exploration, kids will learn about the island’s wildlife, plants, and natural l......More
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Thursday August 21 5:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Sunset Lobster Clambake on Spectacle Island
What’s better than a Summer Clambake? How about one with unbeatable sunset views, ocean breezes, and your own island escape just minutes from Downtown Boston?Come along to our Summer Clambakes, where you’ll board a ferry at Long Wharf and, in under 30 minutes, arrive at......More
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Friday August 22 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Friday August 22 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT Weekly
Science in the Park: Exploration Station on Spectacle Island
Science in the Park offers educational activities and hands-on learning about topics in science, stewardship, nature, and sustainability. Visit the Exploration Station for hands-on activities on Fridays!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry ......More
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Friday August 22 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT Weekly
Hike with a Ranger on Spectacle Island
Join a park ranger for a 45-minute guided hike up the North or South Drumlin!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website.
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Friday August 22 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Weekly
TGIF (Thank Goodness I’m Fishing) on Spectacle Island
Cast aside your worries and learn the basics and pleasures of fishing with a ranger on Spectacle Island! Practice hook-free casting with three types of fishing rods. Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Infor......More
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Friday August 22 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT Weekly
TGIF (Thank Goodness I’m Fishing) on Georges Island
Cast aside your worries and learn the basics and pleasures of fishing with a ranger on Georges Island! Practice hook-free casting with three types of fishing rods. Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Informati......More
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Friday August 22 5:15pm - 7:30pm EDT
Sunset Lighthouse Cruise
Voyage through maritime history with a special three-lighthouse tour featuring close-up views of Long Island Light, Graves Light, and Boston Light – America’s first light station.Delve into history as you travel to the edge of Boston Harbor on an exciting 2-hour cruise ......More
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Saturday August 23 8:00am - 2:30pm EDT
Stewardship Saturday: Grape Island
Join park stewards and MA Department of Conservation & Recreation for a day of landscape and ecosystem management on the scenic Grape Island! As we work together to enhance habitat for native birds insects trees and wildflowers we'll explore the local flora and fauna an......More
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Saturday August 23 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Saturday August 23 11:15am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Art in the Park on Georges Island
Unleash your creativity with a variety of art activities designed to enrich your island experience. Test your hand at watercolors, write and illustrate nature haikus, learn to decode signal flags, and explore sun printing.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. T......More
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Saturday August 23 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT Weekly
Hike with a Ranger on Spectacle Island
Join a park ranger for a 45-minute guided hike up the North or South Drumlin!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website.
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Saturday August 23 11:30am - 2:30pm EDT Weekly
Art in the Park on Spectacle Island
Unleash your creativity with a variety of art activities designed to enrich your island experience. Test your hand at watercolors, write and illustrate nature haikus, learn to decode signal flags, and explore sun printing.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry.......More
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Saturday August 23 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT Weekly
Seaside Salutations on Spectacle Island
Greetings from Spectacle Island! Stop by the Visitor Center to decorate a postcard and send someone special a note. When you’re ready, grab a postage stamp from a park ranger and drop your postcard in our Sail Mailbox.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To ......More
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Saturday August 23 4:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Spectacle Summer Nights featuring 67 Degrees Brewing
Enjoy a spectacular summer night on Spectacle Island with music, games, views and more!Boston Harbor Now is excited for the return of our sold out series, Spectacle Summer Nights!Spectacle Island will stay open for an after-hours experience – an evening of relaxation, f......More
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Sunday August 24 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Sunday August 24 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT Weekly
Hike with a Ranger on Spectacle Island
Join a park ranger for a 45-minute guided hike up the North or South Drumlin!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website.
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Sunday August 24 11:30am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Sunday Funday on Spectacle Island
Embrace the season and your time on the islands with great games and activities. Enjoy volleyball, badminton, lawn games, and kite flying for endless fun!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page ......More
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Sunday August 24 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Sunday Funday on Georges Island
Dive into the living history of the Civil War with historic lawn games, music, and other hands-on activities.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership websit......More
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Sunday August 24 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT Weekly
Jazz on the Porch on Spectacle Island
Soak in stunning harbor views as you enjoy live jazz on the porch at Spectacle Island! Performance featuring Berklee musicians with smooth summer sounds.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page o......More
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Monday August 25 11:00am - 4:30pm EDT Weekly
iSpy on Spectacle Island
Explore Spectacle Island like never before with iSpy, a fun and interactive nature-based scavenger hunt. Perfect for all ages, this adventure will have you searching for hidden treasures, spotting local wildlife, and discovering the island’s unique natural features.Spec......More
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Monday August 25 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Monday August 25 11:15am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Art in the Park on Georges Island
Unleash your creativity with a variety of art activities designed to enrich your island experience. Test your hand at watercolors, write and illustrate nature haikus, learn to decode signal flags, and explore sun printing.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. T......More
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Tuesday August 26 11:00am - 3:30pm EDT Weekly
iSpy on Georges Island
Explore Georges Island like never before with iSpy, a fun and interactive nature-based scavenger hunt. Perfect for all ages, this adventure will have you searching for hidden treasures, spotting local wildlife, and discovering the island’s unique natural features.George......More
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Tuesday August 26 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Tuesday August 26 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT Weekly
Science in the Park: Participatory Tuesdays on Spectacle Island
Explore the island at your own pace and collect data through participatory science on Tuesdays at Spectacle Island!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnershi......More
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Tuesday August 26 11:30am - 3:00pm EDT Weekly
Art in the Park on Spectacle Island
Unleash your creativity with a variety of art activities designed to enrich your island experience. Test your hand at watercolors, write and illustrate nature haikus, learn to decode signal flags, and explore sun printing.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry.......More
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Wednesday August 27 11:00am - 4:30pm EDT Weekly
Wellness Station on Spectacle Island
Whether you’re looking to add resistance to your hike, stretch out with a scenic view, or focus on mindful movement, we’ve got the tools to support your wellness journey.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Wednesday August 27 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT Daily
Fort Tours on Georges Island
Catch a historic tour of Fort Warren on Georges Island and explore the Civil War era fortification. Tours are offered twice daily, at 11:15am and 1:15pm, seven days a week.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry I......More
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Wednesday August 27 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT Weekly
Science in the Park: Wild Wednesdays on Spectacle Island
Explore the plants, wildlife, and other natural resources of the Boston Harbor Islands on a guided walk each Wednesday on Spectacle Island!Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston H......More
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Wednesday August 27 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT Weekly
Kidleidoscope on Georges Island
Bring your little explorers to Kidleidoscope, a fun and engaging program designed to discover the wonders of nature on Georges Island! Through storytelling, hands-on activities, and guided exploration, kids will learn about the island’s wildlife, plants, and natural lan......More
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Wednesday August 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Weekly
Knotical Know-How on Spectacle Island
Challenge your nautical know-how by learning practical marine knots at a hands-on station for all ages.Spectacle Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website....More
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Wednesday August 27 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT Weekly
Knotical Know-How on Georges Island
Challenge your nautical know-how by learning practical marine knots at a hands-on station for all ages.Georges Island is accessible via public ferry. To purchase ferry tickets, please visit the Ferry Information page on the Boston Harbor Islands partnership website.