Reinventing Boston

Discover how centuries of urban planning, engineering, and civic ambition transformed Boston into the city we know today.

On this walking tour, explore the hidden history of Boston's built environment as we trace some of the city's oldest streets and uncover the remarkable decisions that shaped its growth. From moving hills and filling coves to managing water, expanding transportation networks, and reimagining public spaces, you'll see how generations of planners, engineers, and citizens continually reinvented Boston to meet the challenges of a changing city.

Along the way, we'll uncover clues beneath our feet and above our heads that reveal Boston's evolving urban landscape, while considering how past solutions continue to influence today's conversations about housing, climate resilience, mobility, and sustainable development.