Following an extensive search, Victoria Glazomitsky was recently named the new executive director of the Nichols House Museum (NHM). “I could not be more thrilled to join the Nichols House Museum team,” Glazomitsky said. “It is not only an architectural…
Month: April 2015
BPD’s Captain Fong Meets with Hill Community
Captain Kenneth Fong of Boston Police Area A-1 was on hand at the Mt. Vernon Street firehouse Wednesday for a meeting of the Beacon Hill Civic Association Safety Committee. At this time, Fong reported the Part One crime (property and…
Team Friends Preserves Parks for the Long Run
The Boston Marathon, a city staple for 118 years, is quickly approaching. The event showcases the strength and determination of the local and global community, joining together to support the participants—amongst whom are the two women running this year in…
Spring is Your Chance to Beautify Beacon Hill
After what has seemed like an endless winter, we’re finally starting to see the first signs of spring emerging. As the last of the snow disappears and flowers begin to bloom, we hope that you’ll take the opportunity to recognize…
Creative Kitchens Tour 2015
Rarely seen behind the brick facades of Boston’s 19th century townhouses are the kitchens within. A special event to be held Saturday, April 11, offers a rare opportunity to do just that. The Creative Kitchens Tour 2015 welcomes guests to…
Charles Bank Playground and Lee Pool Closed for Construction
Beginning Thursday, April 2, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has closed both the Charles Bank Playground and the Lee Wading Pool, located at 280 Charles St., to assist with construction at both facilities. DCR will be replacing the…
Downtown View: Young Adults Invest in City
This is what older adults think of the newly minted adults—20 to early 30s—living on their block: They have loud parties. They drink too much. They put their trash out at any old time and don’t bag it properly. They…
BHAC Agenda
The Beacon Hill Architectural Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, 16 April 2015 starting at 4:00p.m. in room 801, Boston City Hall. Subject of the hearing will be applications for Certificates of Appropriateness on the agenda below, review…
Obituaries 04-07-2015
Ronald Knudsen Boston Symphony Violinist After a long life and rich career filled with wonderful colleagues and incredible music, Ronald Knudsen passed away peacefully in the comfort of his beloved home surrounded by family at nearly the age of 84.…
BLC Anniversary Celebrations Start on Boston Common
On a recent brisk evening in March, a group of hearty Bostonians relished the opportunity to take a “Spin in the Park” to kick off the Boston Landmarks Commission’s (BLC) 40th anniversary. The tour of Boston Common, a designated landmark…