Boston Dyke March

Beautiful place

Great historical memories from Boston's past.

Pretty!

A historic and elegant structure in the heart of Boston Common. This bandstand was built in 1912 and is still used for concerts, community events, patriotic celebrations, and even weddings. While there aren't always events, when there are, the atmosphere is lively and family-friendly. It's a lovely spot to take photos, relax for a while, or simply appreciate the classic architecture. It's surrounded by green spaces and walking paths, so you can easily combine your visit with a stroll through the park. Local tip: In the summer, they often host musical performances or official events. If you see a crowd gathered, go check it out—there might be something interesting happening! Accessibility: The general area is easily accessible, but the bandstand itself is not accessible for people with reduced mobility, as it has several steps and no visible ramps.

This is just beautiful and historic! The Parkman Bandstand is a beautiful monument found in the Boston Common. It is named after George F. Parkman. He said in his will to donate 5 million dollars of his money to the city of Boston so they could keep the common well maintained. He was the son of Doctor George Parkman who donated land for Harvard's first medical campus.

There as meeting point

Gathered for Hands off Rally! Great day!

Named for George F. Parkman, the bandstand was constructed following his death in 1908, in honor of a $5 million donation he had willed for the care of the Boston Common and other city parks. Parkman was the son of George Parkman, a doctor who had donated land for Harvard Medical School's first campus. The site quickly became noted for the autumnal colonial-themed puppet shows that occurred there starting in 1922. In 1996, the bandstand was restored and is used today for concerts, rallies, and speeches. Recent notable gatherings include the Boston Freedom Rally and a 2007 Presidential Primary rally in which both Barack Obama and Deval Patrick gave speeches from the bandstand.

Had an awesome time visiting with my family!