History & Culture
Each of the 34 Boston Harbor Islands has a rich human history. We invite you to learn more about the stories, people, places, and objects associated with each island, and with the overall island system.
Island Culture
About ethnography and cultural history:
Historic Sites, Structures & Artifacts
About remaining tangible culture:
- Archeological sites
- Buildings and structures
- Lighthouses and other navigational aids
- Collections
- Cultural landscapes
Island History
Topics in the history of the islands and Boston Harbor:
- Civil War (also see Civil War: 150 below)
- Farming and husbandry
- Geology
- Haying
- Hunting
- Timbering
- Vegetation of the islands: 1600-2000
- Quarrying
More
- Go to Sesquescentennial activities: Civil War: 150
- Visit National Park Service for a summary of history and culture at Boston Harbor Islands: nps.gov/boha/historyculture
Park Map
History & Culture
Details about Boston Harbor Islands park supplied by National Park Service