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Seaport Boulevard on display: The artsiest spots you need to see
From kaleidoscope deer to old bridges, this street is a canvas.
By Olivia Vanni
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Looking at the Seaport now, it’s hard to believe that just over a decade ago, it was a stretch of unpaved parking lots and docks that seemed like the set of a seedy Ben Affleck and Matt Damon movie. Now, this neighborhood is a micro-metropolis unto its own, crammed with some of the city’s most celebrated companies, trendiest bars, restaurants, shops, gyms, theaters and quite apparently contemporary art.
We took a stroll down Seaport Boulevard and couldn’t believe the artwork that was sprinkled amongst the area’s bustling businesses and ongoing construction sites. From bright and bold modern installations to unintentionally artistic relics from Boston’s past, here are some of the most eye-catching works that can be currently found on this side of Fort Point Channel.
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The weekend starts out unseasonably warm and then moves into the 40s by Saturday (Bostonians still consider this tropical for this time of year). Be sure to get outside as much as you can. Indoors, you can stop by for a special Islamic-themed night at Marciano Commons hosted by the Islamic Society of Boston University, support a local BIPOC-owned beauty business, and check out a virtual comedy show by a student improv group.
Halal-O-Topia
The Islamic Society of Boston University is sponsoring Halal-O-Topia, featuring authentic cuisine from various Muslim cultures, to share with students what Muslims eat and the meaning behind their food. The menu includes Afghani bolani with yogurt and chutney, Egyptian vegan koshari, and mango lassi. In addition to the food, the group promises music, decorations, and a virtual fashion show.