THE ART WALK PROJECT

The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, aka ”The Greenway,” is a different type of public park. A now integral part of Boston’s cultural scene The Greenway quickly established itself as a contemporary park with a unique mission and vision through its commitment to creating a sustainable green space and innovative programming.

Opened in 2008 The Greenway occupies a space that was once the Southeast Expressway, and which gained notoriety because of The Big Dig. This 1.5 mile public park runs parallel to the Boston Waterfront and extends all the way from Chinatown to the North End. The series of small parks that make up The Greenway include features such as a botanical garden, water fountains, Beer Garden and carousel but it also plays host to a wide variety of other activities like art markets, food trucks, performances and a generous selection of both long term and seasonal public art which includes murals, sculptures, mosaics, and installations which you will encounter as you visit.

Set against the back drop of The Rose Fitzgerald Greenway this Art Walk is a relaxing 2.0 miles and while The Greenway is one of the places in Boston I like to visit the most. Weekends are without question the busiest time to visit so please keep that in mind as you plan your trip. Please keep in mind as you explore that as the seasons change and the weather gets colder some of the art is put into storage so it doesn’t get damaged in the colder months. In my experience The Greenway is one of the most easily accessible areas of the city as you can reach it via multiple T-Stops, bus, by bike and on foot. For more information about the Rose Fitzgerald Greenway please check their website and as always, live creatively and travel safely.

ART WALK STATS

Map Updated on October 30, 2022

Total Distance: About 2 miles / 3.21 kilometers

Estimated Time: 1 – 1:15 (depending on how fast you want to go)

Neighborhood: Waterfront

Closest Subway: South Station – Red Line, Aquarium – Blue Line, Haymarket – Orange Line

Food Options: This Art Walk touches multiple neighborhoods that are notable for having good food this includes Chinatown, Downtown, the North End and the Seaport is just over the bridge(s). There are also frequently food trucks spotted throughout. If you need more specific suggestions I suggest you peruse Eater Boston.

DISCLAIMER I have taken every effort to provide the most accurate information in the content of this website site. You travel at your own risk so travel smart and travel safe. I am not liable for any losses or damage arising from the use of the information on this website nor can I be held responsible for any unforeseen situations that may arise while you are using the information provided. I in no way condone trespassing or the destruction of public or private property. I reserve the right to change and/or update the information as needed.  This project is for individual use only. Publication without permission by creator is strictly prohibited and will be prosecuted. Any and all content included on this site is subject to copyright including written copy, images, graphics and maps.

ART WORK LIST

Instagram handles and websites included where available

1. “Sampsan Sail” by Unknown. Corner of Essex St. and Surface Road 
2. Bamboo Garden, Waterfall and Serpentine Path, Designed by unknown 
3. Chinatown Gate, 1982 
4. 2 Guardians. In front of the Chinatown Gate 
5. “Clear Weather in the Valley” by Unknown. Banner wrap, reproduction of painting in the MFA 
6. “Untitled Mural” by Boston Youth Conservation Corps (date unknown) 
7. “Tianamen Memorial” across from Chinatown Gate 
8. “Engulf” by Juan Travieso, 2018 @juantraviesoart 
9. “Breathe Life Together” by Problak, 2022 @problak 
10. “Love Language” designed by a team of teen designers at Artist for Humanity @afhboston.  Fabricated by @amaralcf.  Lead designer Nevaeh Johnson
11. “Harbor Fog” by Ross Miller 
12. “Light Blades” by Dennis Carmichael (in two locations) 
13. “Thank You For Being Here” by Mithsuca Berry, 2022 @mythsooka (A series of banners hanging between “Light Blades”) 
14. “Rings Fountain” by unknown 
15. “Boston Harbor Islands Pavilion” @bostonharborislands 
16. “Carousel” @rosekennedygreenway 
17. “The Labryinth” by Unknown 
18. “Abstract Sculpture” by Unknown 
19. Untitled electrical box mosaic by Eddie Bruckner, 2020 @eddiebrucknerfineart 
20. “Five Marble Leaves” by Claudia Comte, 2022 (in park in Front of New England Aquarium) @claudiacomte 
21. “Protect the Blue Planet” by Shepard Fairy, 2021 (Mural in front of the New England Aquarium) @obeygiant
22. “Dolphins of the Sea” 1977 by Katherine Lane Weems (1899-1989), (on Harborwalk, between garage and harbor. 
23. 255 State Street Glass Mosaic, by Unknown 2007
24. “Untitled Landscape” by David Von Schlegell, 1964
25. “Asaroton” by Mags Harries, 1976 (reinstalled in 2019) Blackstone Street. Sidenote: If you are visiting on Weekend, Haymarket is probably going to be set up on top of it, so it might not be visible.
26. Garage Door Murals by Ben Jundanian @benjundanian.  Blackstone Street. 
27. New England Holocaust Memorial. Dedicated in 1995.  Designed by Stanley Saitowitz.  http://www.nehm.org

PHOTO GALLERY

The Greenway Art Walk map and tour is part of The Art Walk Project © Julia Swanson, 2022. To learn more about it and see other Art Walks please visit my website jscreatesonline.com.