Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area - History & Culture (U.S. National Park Service)

Each of the 34 Boston Harbor Islands has a rich human history. We invite you to learn more about the people, places, objects, and stories associated with each of the islands, and with the island system as a whole.

Island Research
The islands vividly illustrate the region’s complex past and the continual effect of natural and human processes on their habitats, their uses, even their shapes. The islands are both a recreational haven for urban residents and tourists and a highly effective laboratory in which to learn about natural change, cultural history, and stewardship.
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