The West End Museum is hosting The Housing Act of 1949, a re-configured and updated exhibit that examines the path to the destruction of the Boston’s West End. It explores Democrat Harry S. Truman’s re-election in the face of a mounting housing demand, which prompted him to put urban renewal on the national agenda and set in Read More…
Duane Lucia, a local historian, community activist and arts enthusiast, has returned to his role as the Executive Director for the West End Museum. Lucia will replace Susan Hanson, who served from July 2015 through December 2018. Prior to Hanson’s leadership, Lucia actually served as Executive Director for the Museum from 2012 – 2015, before Read More…
Join the West End Museum on Thursday, December 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. to hear a firsthand account of the demolition of the West End from Tom Hynes, an individual who spent his college summers working on the West End demolition team for Duane Wrecking. Hynes will speak about his memories—the sights, smells, Read More…
For many today, Boston’s Combat Zone is the stuff of legends. Barely a trace of the former red-light district remains, which may account for the endless fascination with the topic. The West End Museum aims to help satisfy the public’s appetite for tales of the bygone adult playground. On Tuesday, October 30, from 6:30 to Read More…
Things to know for Tuesday Today is Tuesday, July 24 and if you’re hungry for seafood, be sure to check out CBS Boston’s top 6 picks for the best seafood spots including some North End favorites. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 11:15AM ReadBoston Book Bike. Share the love of books with Read More…
The West End Museum’s new photo exhibit, Before the El Came Down: Photographs by John Woolf, will offer a glimpse into the final days of the elevated green line tracks to visitors beginning July 24. Opened on June 1, 1912, the Causeway Street Elevated Railway was one of the last sections of raised tracks constructed in Read More…
West End Native & Media Magnate Sumner Redstone is the subject of Keach Hagey’s new book The King of Content. Author Hagey will give a talk at the West End Museum on July 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. An indisputable media giant, Sumner Redstone is one of the West End’s most famous sons, alongside Read More…
The West End Museum is proud to announce its 2018-2019 Board of Directors. Two new members, Paul R. Senecal and Michael J. Gropman, join those re-elected to serve, including Board President Joe McDonald. In today’s ever-changing West End, the Board remains as committed as ever to the mission of collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history Read More…
Things to know for Tuesday Today is Tuesday, May 15 and if you happen to be passing by Dewey Square later this month, be sure to check out the new mural Carving Out Fresh Options by artist Sarah Hughes, continue reading. Here’s what else you need to know for today… 10:30AM Disney with Mr. Dan. Read More…
Things to know for Thursday, Today is Thursday, April 26 and if you’re longing for summer on the waterfront, then don’t miss the Friends of the Boston Harborwalk’s Tour of Boston Harbor. People will have the opportunity to learn about recreational boating – from weekly sailboat racing and sailing courses to living on a boat Read More…
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…
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…