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  • Emancipation Statue in Park Square, Abraham Lincoln In Boston

    We were looking for a great photo for our What's Open on Presidents' Day Post when we came across this photo of Abraham Lincoln as he was memorialized by sculptor Thomas Ball in the Emancipation Memorial or Emancipation Statue.

    Since tomorrow is the actual date of Lincoln's birth, we thought we'd share it with our readers. Perhaps, some of you will stop by and see it to honor the man and the spirit of Black History Month.

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    (Photograph from the Boston Public Library Collection circa 1877-1895)

    It's located in Park Square, but we had never noticed the monument before this research pointed us to it. The memorial is still there today but the view that once existed from the Boston Common and Statehouse is now blocked.

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    Here's how it looked circa 1930 in this photo from the Leslie Jones Collection at the Boston Public Library.

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    To orient yourself with the photo above, here's the area (with the Emancipaton Statue as a green triangle just below the words Park Square) from the 1912 Bromley Atlas. (Source: State Library of Massachusetts.)

    About the Emancipation Statue

    In Boston, this is called the Emancipation Statue. Moses Kimball gave the sculpture to the city in 1874. It's a copy of the original work by Thomas Ball called the Emancipation Memorial in Washington DC. 

    The Smithsonian American Art Museums descibes the statue in their inventory of outdoor sculputure.

    " A portrait of Abraham Lincoln standing by a kneeling male slave, his proper left hand raised as he is about to emancipate the slave. In his proper right hand, which rests on a bronze podium, Lincoln holds an unrolled copy of the Emancipation Proclamation. To the rear of the figures is a whipping post, chains, shackles, and a frayed whip. On each corner of the podium are fasces and around the base of the podium are thirteen stars. A bas-relief of George Washington decorates the angled face of the podium and a Union shield decorates the inner face of the podium."

    The artiist, Thomas Ball, was born in Charlestown and is also the sculptor of the Public Garden's iconic statue of George Washington.

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: from the Boston Public Library and State Library of Massachusetts

  • Routes for Visiting Runners – Boston Marathon Weekend 2013

    UPDATE: Routes for Visiting Runners – Boston Marathon Weekend 2016

    Whether you're coming to run or watch the 2013 Boston Marathon or just want to log some miles, it's an exciting time to visit the city.

    DSC_6214 - Version 22011-04-18-runners-boston-marathon-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Right onto Hereford Street – Less Than a Mile to Go!

    I remember my first Boston Marathon – as a spectator, I've yet to put in the training needed to actually compete. Penny and I booked a hotel room for the weekend and left the car parked. We took in the runners' expo, pasta supper, and other pre-race activities, then watched a spectacular Boylston Street finish.

    As an out-of-state runner staying near Faneuil Hall, I still wanted to get in a run or two, but wasn't sure where to head. 

    Now, as a Boston resident, I can recommend a couple of my favorite routes.

    Charles River Run

    If you're a visiting runner staying anywhere near the finish line, you can't beat a daytime run along the Charles River. It offers great views and a more open course without having to constantly cross roadways. This multi-use path is shared by bikes, blades, skate boards, dogs, and walkers. It can get congested as the day wears on, but who knows, you may find yourself sharing the trail with some famous, elite runners. It's easy to make any number of loops between the Boston and Cambridge sides of the river by using the many bridges along the way. 

    From Back Bay you can access the Charles River Esplanade from Massachusetts Avenue, Fairfield, Dartmouth, and Arlington Streets. If you head West from the Massachusetts Avenue ramp you can also use the parcourse workout station that's located just up-river. Click here for photos and details including a map to find it.

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    Morning Run Along the Esplanade

    Parks in the Heart of the City

    For a tree-lined route, try the Commonwealth Avenue Mall – not a shopping center, but a park that runs down the center of this residential street. At Commonwealth and Arlington you can enter the pristine Public Garden for a slower pace. Moving through the center of the Garden will lead you across Charles Street to the Boston Common.

    Inside tip: Local-isms

    Mass Ave = Massachusetts Avenue
    Comm Ave = Commonwealth Avenue
    And, it's Boston Common (singular) not Boston Commons

    Update 04.05.13: Bostinno just added a great post on this topic. How to Train For the Boston Marathon: Where the Runners Run

    Related Posts:   

    Tracking a Boston Marathon Runner 2013

    Parking Your Car for Boston Marathon Weekend 2013

    What’s Open in Boston on Patriots’ Day 2013

    How to Get to the Esplanade from Boston

    Here are some Photos from past Boston Marathons

    The View from Hereford Street 

    Marathon Kisses 

    Just Hangin on Hereford Street 

    Other Resources:
    Here's a great site. You'll find dozens of local running routes, including along the Charles River.

    Details:
    Writer: Ed Cherubino
    Photos: (Top) 2011 Boston Marathon, (Bottom) Esplanade Run ©2013 Penny Cherubino

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    Related articles
    Charles River Run on a Crisp Saturday Morning
    Lost Boston: Bicycle Club at 152 Newbury Street

  • Routes for Visiting Runners – Boston Marathon Weekend 2013

    UPDATE: Routes for Visiting Runners – Boston Marathon Weekend 2016

    Whether you're coming to run or watch the 2013 Boston Marathon or just want to log some miles, it's an exciting time to visit the city.

    DSC_6214 - Version 22011-04-18-runners-boston-marathon-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Right onto Hereford Street – Less Than a Mile to Go!

    I remember my first Boston Marathon – as a spectator, I've yet to put in the training needed to actually compete. Penny and I booked a hotel room for the weekend and left the car parked. We took in the runners' expo, pasta supper, and other pre-race activities, then watched a spectacular Boylston Street finish.

    As an out-of-state runner staying near Faneuil Hall, I still wanted to get in a run or two, but wasn't sure where to head. 

    Now, as a Boston resident, I can recommend a couple of my favorite routes.

    Charles River Run

    If you're a visiting runner staying anywhere near the finish line, you can't beat a daytime run along the Charles River. It offers great views and a more open course without having to constantly cross roadways. This multi-use path is shared by bikes, blades, skate boards, dogs, and walkers. It can get congested as the day wears on, but who knows, you may find yourself sharing the trail with some famous, elite runners. It's easy to make any number of loops between the Boston and Cambridge sides of the river by using the many bridges along the way. 

    From Back Bay you can access the Charles River Esplanade from Massachusetts Avenue, Fairfield, Dartmouth, and Arlington Streets. If you head West from the Massachusetts Avenue ramp you can also use the parcourse workout station that's located just up-river. Click here for photos and details including a map to find it.

    CHE_0719 - Version 32013-01-09-runner-charles-river-misty-winter-morning-© 2011 Penny Cherubino2013-01-09-women-running-charles-Esplanade-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Morning Run Along the Esplanade

    Parks in the Heart of the City

    For a tree-lined route, try the Commonwealth Avenue Mall – not a shopping center, but a park that runs down the center of this residential street. At Commonwealth and Arlington you can enter the pristine Public Garden for a slower pace. Moving through the center of the Garden will lead you across Charles Street to the Boston Common.

    Inside tip: Local-isms

    Mass Ave = Massachusetts Avenue
    Comm Ave = Commonwealth Avenue
    And, it's Boston Common (singular) not Boston Commons

    Update 04.05.13: Bostinno just added a great post on this topic. How to Train For the Boston Marathon: Where the Runners Run

    Related Posts:   

    Tracking a Boston Marathon Runner 2013

    Parking Your Car for Boston Marathon Weekend 2013

    What’s Open in Boston on Patriots’ Day 2013

    How to Get to the Esplanade from Boston

    Here are some Photos from past Boston Marathons

    The View from Hereford Street 

    Marathon Kisses 

    Just Hangin on Hereford Street 

    Other Resources:
    Here's a great site. You'll find dozens of local running routes, including along the Charles River.

    Details:
    Writer: Ed Cherubino
    Photos: (Top) 2011 Boston Marathon, (Bottom) Esplanade Run ©2013 Penny Cherubino

     Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

     

    Related articles
    Charles River Run on a Crisp Saturday Morning
    Lost Boston: Bicycle Club at 152 Newbury Street

  • Routes for Visiting Runners – Boston Marathon Weekend 2013

    UPDATE: Routes for Visiting Runners – Boston Marathon Weekend 2016

    Whether you're coming to run or watch the 2013 Boston Marathon or just want to log some miles, it's an exciting time to visit the city.

    DSC_6214 - Version 22011-04-18-runners-boston-marathon-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Right onto Hereford Street – Less Than a Mile to Go!

    I remember my first Boston Marathon – as a spectator, I've yet to put in the training needed to actually compete. Penny and I booked a hotel room for the weekend and left the car parked. We took in the runners' expo, pasta supper, and other pre-race activities, then watched a spectacular Boylston Street finish.

    As an out-of-state runner staying near Faneuil Hall, I still wanted to get in a run or two, but wasn't sure where to head. 

    Now, as a Boston resident, I can recommend a couple of my favorite routes.

    Charles River Run

    If you're a visiting runner staying anywhere near the finish line, you can't beat a daytime run along the Charles River. It offers great views and a more open course without having to constantly cross roadways. This multi-use path is shared by bikes, blades, skate boards, dogs, and walkers. It can get congested as the day wears on, but who knows, you may find yourself sharing the trail with some famous, elite runners. It's easy to make any number of loops between the Boston and Cambridge sides of the river by using the many bridges along the way. 

    From Back Bay you can access the Charles River Esplanade from Massachusetts Avenue, Fairfield, Dartmouth, and Arlington Streets. If you head West from the Massachusetts Avenue ramp you can also use the parcourse workout station that's located just up-river. Click here for photos and details including a map to find it.

    CHE_0719 - Version 32013-01-09-runner-charles-river-misty-winter-morning-© 2011 Penny Cherubino2013-01-09-women-running-charles-Esplanade-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Morning Run Along the Esplanade

    Parks in the Heart of the City

    For a tree-lined route, try the Commonwealth Avenue Mall – not a shopping center, but a park that runs down the center of this residential street. At Commonwealth and Arlington you can enter the pristine Public Garden for a slower pace. Moving through the center of the Garden will lead you across Charles Street to the Boston Common.

    Inside tip: Local-isms

    Mass Ave = Massachusetts Avenue
    Comm Ave = Commonwealth Avenue
    And, it's Boston Common (singular) not Boston Commons

    Update 04.05.13: Bostinno just added a great post on this topic. How to Train For the Boston Marathon: Where the Runners Run

    Related Posts:   

    Tracking a Boston Marathon Runner 2013

    Parking Your Car for Boston Marathon Weekend 2013

    What’s Open in Boston on Patriots’ Day 2013

    How to Get to the Esplanade from Boston

    Here are some Photos from past Boston Marathons

    The View from Hereford Street 

    Marathon Kisses 

    Just Hangin on Hereford Street 

    Other Resources:
    Here's a great site. You'll find dozens of local running routes, including along the Charles River.

    Details:
    Writer: Ed Cherubino
    Photos: (Top) 2011 Boston Marathon, (Bottom) Esplanade Run ©2013 Penny Cherubino

     Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

     

    Related articles
    Charles River Run on a Crisp Saturday Morning
    Lost Boston: Bicycle Club at 152 Newbury Street

  • Watching the Frog Pond Skaters…

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    Watching the Frog Pond skaters is always good, free fun. Even if you don’t want to skate, you can grab something warm to drink, pick a sunny bench, and watch the skaters glide by. 

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    You can make up stories for each pair and group you see. Is this a teaching professional or are they a couple?

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    For some, it seems to be a great place to have a good, long talk. Especially one of those conversations that seems to go round and round in circles.

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    For others, it’s a fun way to get some winter exercise. 

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    And, we were not the only ones taking photos, but this guy was in the middle of the action, not on the sidelines.

    And, if you want to skate, it will only cost a little more. For more information visit The Boston Frog Pond website.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers’ comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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  • Watching the Frog Pond Skaters…

    PMC_8143 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Watching the Frog Pond skaters is always good, free fun. Even if you don’t want to skate, you can grab something warm to drink, pick a sunny bench, and watch the skaters glide by. 

    PMC_8096 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    You can make up stories for each pair and group you see. Is this a teaching professional or are they a couple?

    PMC_8157 - Version 32012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    For some, it seems to be a great place to have a good, long talk. Especially one of those conversations that seems to go round and round in circles.

    PMC_8149 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    For others, it’s a fun way to get some winter exercise. 

    PMC_8135 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    And, we were not the only ones taking photos, but this guy was in the middle of the action, not on the sidelines.

    And, if you want to skate, it will only cost a little more. For more information visit The Boston Frog Pond website.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers’ comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

    Enhanced by Zemanta

  • Watching the Frog Pond Skaters…

    PMC_8143 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Watching the Frog Pond skaters is always good, free fun. Even if you don’t want to skate, you can grab something warm to drink, pick a sunny bench, and watch the skaters glide by. 

    PMC_8096 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    You can make up stories for each pair and group you see. Is this a teaching professional or are they a couple?

    PMC_8157 - Version 32012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    For some, it seems to be a great place to have a good, long talk. Especially one of those conversations that seems to go round and round in circles.

    PMC_8149 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    For others, it’s a fun way to get some winter exercise. 

    PMC_8135 - Version 22012-12-26-frog-pond-boston-common-skating-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    And, we were not the only ones taking photos, but this guy was in the middle of the action, not on the sidelines.

    And, if you want to skate, it will only cost a little more. For more information visit The Boston Frog Pond website.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers’ comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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