A worker freshens up the paint on the Italian flag colors on the wall at the Gassy (DeFilippo Park). Photo by Michelle Descamps Mario.
Tag: Neighborhood Photos
Neighborhood Photo: Sunset After Storm From Hull Street
There have been some amazing sunsets this week, including this one after a storm and captured on Hull Street by Sal Lopilato. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting photo in or around Boston’s North End / Waterfront or do you have an old photo in your collection? Have Read More…
1933 Neighborhood Photo: Intersection Cross and Endicott Streets
Here is another photo in the collection of 1933 depression-era photos of the North End, showing the corner of Endicott and Cross Streets before the artery went up. Source: unknown We will post more from this series in upcoming Neighborhood Photo posts. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting Read More…
Neighborhood Photos: Cooling Off at the Columbus Park Fountains
It’s been a very hot July so far. Peter Galipault captures kids cooling off at the fountains in Christopher Columbus Park. He adds, “Don’t you love how kids are just so in the moment when they’re playing in a fountain?” “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting photo in or Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: Prado Lemonade Stand Receives Special Customers
Neighborhood friends, Hannah Collins and Amelia Goggin, set up a lemonade stand in the Prado on Saturday and were thrilled to have these special customers from the US Navy. Many thanks to Tara Shea for sharing this photo. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting photo in or around Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: Polcari’s Famous Lemon Slush
A classic Summer standard in Boston’s North End is Polcari’s famous lemon slush at the corner of Salem & Parmenter streets. Jerry Cordasco captures the above photo while Joy-Filled Days says, “For around $2 you can purchase the best lemon Italian ice in Boston.” “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take Read More…
Throwback Photo: Queen of England Visits the Prado for Bicentennial
Queen Elizabeth was the talk of the town during her 1976 Bicentennial visit to the North End. Her majesty is captured here in the Prado (Paul Revere Mall) by Toni Gilardi who says, “I called to her, she was so sweet as she posed for me. I was so proud that she took the time Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: Smoke Tree on Greenway
Jean Eisenstadt shares this image, noting the very appropriate placement of a “smoke tree” on the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway in front of the downtown Boston Fire Department station. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting photo in or around Boston’s North End / Waterfront or have an old Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: 46 Endicott Street in 1933
We recently received a fascinating photo set of North End buildings from the early 1930’s depression era. They are without attribution so if you know the original source, please contact us or leave a comment below. Here is 46 Endicott Street in 1933. Source: unknown We will post more from this series in upcoming Neighborhood Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: July 3rd Fireworks Over North End Rooftops
Boston’s July 4th 3rd Esplanade fireworks show, with the Beach Boys but not the 1812 Overture, finished just minutes before a torrential downpour rained down over the city. Here is a snapshot of the fireworks as seen from the North End rooftops. Also note the Pru on the far left of the photo is decked Read More…
Jigsaw Picture Puzzle: Harbor Night View From North End
At the end of Langone Park in the North End is a terrific view of Boston Harbor toward Charlestown and the Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge. Here is a night photo of a couple enjoying the view. Of course, you have to solve the jigsaw picture puzzle first! [Your web browser does not support frames or Read More…
Neighborhood Photo: Precariously Placed Couch on North Street
It’s summer and someone is taking rooftop lounging to a new level with this precariously placed couch on North Street. Let’s just hope they don’t roll off the wrong side. Thanks to Beverly for sharing the scene. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take an interesting photo in or around Read More…