As we begin this year’s Black History Month, Ben Railton takes us on a walk down Boston’s Black Heritage Trail, a reminder of the contributions of of African Americans to Revolutionary and early America.
The Black Heritage Trail: A walking tour deep into Boston history
The trail leads visitors through Beacon Hill and offers a glimpse of the 19th-century Black experience.
By Danielle Legros GeorgesUpdated April 30, 2021, 8:17 a.m.
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Massachusetts 54th Regiment reenactors in front of the Robert Gould Shaw and Massachusetts 54th Regiment Memorial in 2018.Suzanne Kreiter/Globe staff/File
A WARM WIND WHIPS around the Massachusetts State House, blowing a newspaper page down Beacon Street, westward toward the shops on Charles. The magnificent glowing dome, gilded in 23-karat gold, seems equal to the sun. Beneath it, the solemn affairs of state are taking place.
HomeFront: Oscar picks, Ed Helms x 2, âRomeo & Julietâ
By Marie Morris Globe Correspondent,Updated April 23, 2021, 10:00 a.m.
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Director Chloe Zhao with actress Frances McDormand on the set of Nomadland. The film is the one to beat at this year s Oscars.Searchlight Pictures via AP
Welcome once again to HomeFront, where those of us in the limbo between vaccine shots have our noses pressed up against the window like a restless dog in the back of a minivan. We still need ways to stay entertained indoors, and the Globeâs experts have a slew of suggestions.
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A new book to dig into â and a fresh look at Bostonâs oldest buildings
City archeologist Joe Bagley documents the antiquated Top 50, from Dorchesterâs Blake House, built in 1661, to Charlestownâs Salem Turnpike Hotel, built around 1794.
By James Sullivan Globe correspondent,Updated April 22, 2021, 1 hour ago
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A new book highlights Boston s oldest buildings, including the George Middleton House at 5 Pinckney St., BostonDavid L. Ryan/Globe Staff
Bostonâs City Archaeology Program, established in 1983, was one of the first such departments in the country. Maybe youâve heard of the excavation that was beginning around that time? It was called the Big Dig.