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Boston By Foot will kick off its 50th Anniversary season on Friday, April 3rd. Here are some of the many highlights of the upcoming 2026 season. Revolutionary History Tours in Celebration of America’s find out more

On November 12, 2025, Boston By Foot volunteers, members, trustees and staff made their way to Education First headquarters for our Annual Appreciation Event. During this evening of joy and festivities, we celebrated many well-deserving Boston By Foot volunteers, including those who gave 20 find out more

Charles Bulfinch was a visionary architect and civic leader whose imprint on Boston is everywhere. He enlarged Faneuil Hall, designed the Massachusetts State House, and shaped the city not only through architecture but also through his service as Head Selectman and Police Chief. Bold find out more

At a time when loneliness and social isolation are reaching crisis levels among older adults, Boston By Foot is offering something simple and powerful: a chance to walk, talk, and connect. According to the U.S. Surgeon General, loneliness is one of the most urgent find out more

At Boston By Foot, our mission has always been to help people discover Boston’s remarkable stories—on foot, on the streets, in real time. That’s why we’re proud to support the launch of When and Where in Boston , an exciting new public history project find out more

While researching her book about Boston Common, Lynn Johnson — a Boston College History Professor and Boston By Foot volunteer guide — stumbled upon intriguing mentions of a World War II-era gathering place called the Buddies' Club. But where exactly was this club located, find out more