The Spring Social at West End Museum offers the chance to meet, mingle and learn about the history of Boston’s unique West End neighborhood and its residents. Join us on April 28th from 1pm – 3pm! All are welcome – former and current West Enders, their family and friends, people from neighboring communities, and the Read More…
Author: Sue Minichiello
West End’s “Last Resident” Is Irish Heritage Month Honoree
Museum Shares Legend of Elizabeth Kearney Blood, Urban Renewal Heroine In the spring of 1960, after thousands of residents had been forced out of Boston’s West End, one woman remained in her apartment, surrounded by her two daughters and seven grandchildren. Elizabeth Kearney Blood’s refusal to leave the neighborhood as buildings were being demolished around Read More…
West End Museum Hosts 8th Annual Italian Heritage Month Honoree Night
For the eighth consecutive year, The West End Museum marks Italian Heritage Month by recognizing individuals of Italian descent for their contributions to preserving the culture of the West End and its rich immigrant history. Italian Heritage Month Honoree Night takes place on Tuesday, October 3 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Honoree presentations will be followed by Read More…
Call for West End Stories – Special Event 9.16.17
The West End Museum invites original West Enders and their family members to a unique and free event that offers the chance for memories of the Old West End to be documented and kept alive for all time. Please come to the “Share Your Story Social” on Saturday, September 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 Read More…
New Exhibit Honors Beloved Artist, FPAC Founder & Arts Advocate Paola Savarino
Gallery at 249 A Street is set to premier Bejeweled, a new exhibit of works by Paola Savarino, to honor her memory and legacy not only as a creative force, but also as an accomplished advocate for affordable live/work space for artists in the City of Boston. Sponsored by 249 A Street Artists Cooperative, Gallery Read More…