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Journey to the West End neighborhood to walk the remains of one of the most famous waves of urban renewal to hit America. This tour delves into the history of landmaking
in Boston and the events that led to the forced displacement of 12,000
Bostonians in the late 1950’s. Former residents Bruce, Jim, Joe, Bruno,
Richie, Jerry, and Marvin convey the cultural richness that was the
West End, while historians, architects, and government officials
struggle with the lessons learned from this urban planning disaster.
Approximate Walking Time: 60-90 minutes
Prime Walking Hours: 9am-5pm weekdays if you wish to enter the Boston Redevelopment Authority. Otherwise, tour at your own desire!
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