Waterfront in Boston in Suffolk County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Peddocks Island
Boston Harbor Islands National Park Area
Close to the mainland, Peddocks Island is one of the largest and most diverse islands in the harbor—featuring historic structures, hiking trails, campsites, unique geologic features, sweeping gravel beaches, and great views of the harbor.
Hike around Peddocks Island which has been home to Native Americans, militiamen, prisoners of war, farmers, fishermen, and summer vacationers. Stay overnight at the only island campsites with running water. Watch for wildlife.
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Hundreds of voices, and even the sound of a grand piano, filled the barracks of Fort Andrews where soldiers trained during World War I.
On August 12, 1908, the Sweet Summer Dream Hotel hosted a day of baseball, including prominent members of the sporting press.
Historic Fort Andrews is being transformed to help visitors enjoy and learn about nature and history on Peddocks Island.
Scenic trails on Peddocks Island offer shade and retreat from everyday life.
Thousands of soldiers and Italian prisoners-of-war worshipped in the Fort Andrews World War II-era chapel.
Birdwatchers delight in spotting the Snowy Egret, one of 13 species of coastal birds nesting on the islands.
Erected by National Park Service, U.S.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Forts and Castles • Parks & Recreational Areas • War, World I • War, World II. A significant historical date for this entry is August 12, 1908.
Location. 42° 21.603′ N, 71° 3.138′ W. Marker is in Boston, Massachusetts, in Suffolk County. It is in Waterfront. Marker is on Atlantic Avenue north of State Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 191w Atlantic Ave, Boston MA 02110, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Thompson Island (here, next to this marker); Spectacle Island (here, next to this marker); Georges Island (here, next to this marker); Lovells Island (here, next to this marker); Boston Harbor Islands (here, next to this marker); Bumpkin Island (here, next to this marker); Little Brewster Island (here, next to this marker); Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Boston.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 4, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 59 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 4, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
