meetboston.com | 5 Welcome to Boston, the capital of Massachusetts, a city hailed for its culture, history, cuisine, sports, out- door beauty, and so much more! While you are here, be sure to explore our rich and diverse mosaic of communities and neighborhoods, filled with music, murals, and amazing foods from every part of the world. Visit our stunning coastline and travel our colonial cobbled streets, where Revolutionary legends once held court. Boston is called America’s Walking City for good rea- son; it is so easy to explore the city by foot, on wheels, or by bike. From the iconic Freedom Trail to our new Innovation Trail, you’ll be amazed and entertained along the way. Sports fans, make your way to TD Garden to catch the Celtics or Bruins, and cheer on the Red Sox at Fenway Park. And just down the road is Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, home of the Patriots and Revolution. We hope you enjoy your time in Boston and thank you for supporting our local busi- nesses, sampling our home grown products, and experiencing our storied heritage. Maura Healey Governor of Massachusetts Welcome to Boston—we’re excited for you to get to know our city! Boston isn’t just the birthplace of American democ- racy, we’re home to America’s first public school, public park, public library, and subway system. This is the city where, for nearly 400 years, we’ve redefined what it means to prioritize the public good—where innovation and tradition share the same block. From liberty and education to green spaces and transportation, we’ve never stopped striving to make life better for everyone who spends time in this place that we love. Today, that mission still burns as bright as the lanterns in the Old North Church 250 years ago, alerting the colonists that the British were coming—“one if by land, two if by sea.” So, whether you’re exploring our museums and revolutionary sites, enjoying a show at our performing arts centers, wandering our parks, or taking in the unique character of neighborhoods, thank you for being a part of our story. We hope you’ll feel at home for however long you’re here. Michelle Wu Mayor of Boston
