Boston (disambiguation) facts for kids

Boston is the name of the capital and largest city in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. It's a very old and important city in American history!

But "Boston" can also mean many other things and places around the world. This page helps you find out what you're looking for when you see the name "Boston."

Places

In the United States

• Boston, Massachusetts: This is the famous city we mentioned, known for its history and culture.
  • Greater Boston: This is the larger area around the city of Boston, including many towns and suburbs.
  • Boston Common: A large, historic park in the center of Boston, Massachusetts.
  • Boston Harbor: The natural harbor next to the city of Boston, Massachusetts.
• Boston Mountains: A mountain range found in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
• Boston, Georgia: A small town in the state of Georgia.
• Boston, Indiana: A town in Indiana.
• Boston, Kentucky: A community in Kentucky.
• Boston, New York: A town in New York state.
• Boston, Pennsylvania: A community in Pennsylvania.
• Boston, Texas: A town in Texas.
• South Boston, Virginia: A town in Virginia.

In the United Kingdom

• Boston, Lincolnshire: A town on the east coast of England.
• Boston Spa: A village in West Yorkshire, England.

In Canada

• Boston Bar, British Columbia: A community in British Columbia, Canada.
• Boston Mills, Ontario: A small community in Ontario, Canada.

Other Places Around the World

• Boston, County Clare: A village in Ireland.
• Boston, South Australia: A place in Australia.
• Boston, KwaZulu-Natal: A small town in South Africa.
• Boston, Davao Oriental: A municipality in the Philippines.

People

• Bill Rodgers (athlete): A famous runner nicknamed "Boston Billy" because he won the Boston Marathon four times!

Animals

• Boston (horse): A famous American racehorse from the 1800s.
• Boston Terrier: A popular breed of dog that is known for its friendly nature and tuxedo-like coat.

Art, Entertainment, and Media

Music

• Boston (band): A famous American rock band, known for songs like "More Than a Feeling."
• Boston Pops Orchestra: A well-known American orchestra that plays popular and classical music.
• Boston Symphony Orchestra: One of the major symphony orchestras in the United States.
• Boston (album): The first album by the band Boston.
• "Boston" (song): A song by the band Augustana.

Periodicals

• The Boston Globe: A major newspaper published in Boston, Massachusetts.
• Boston Magazine: A magazine about life in the Boston area.
• Boston Herald: Another newspaper published in Boston, Massachusetts.

Toys

• "Boston the Bear": A special Beanie Babies toy named after the city of Boston.

Events

• Boston Massacre: A famous event in 1770 where British soldiers shot and killed several colonists, which helped lead to the American Revolution.
• Boston Tea Party: A protest in 1773 where American colonists threw tea into Boston Harbor to protest British taxes.
• Siege of Boston: An early part of the American Revolutionary War where American forces surrounded British troops in Boston.

Food

• Boston baked beans: A sweet and savory dish made with beans, molasses, and sometimes pork.
• Boston brown bread: A type of dark, sweet bread often steamed.
• Boston butt: A cut of pork that is often used for pulled pork.
• Boston cream doughnut: A doughnut filled with cream and topped with chocolate icing.
• Boston cream pie: A delicious dessert with two layers of sponge cake, a creamy filling, and chocolate frosting.
• Original Boston Baked Beans: A type of candy that looks like baked beans.

Ships and Airplanes

• A-20 Boston: A type of light bomber and night fighter airplane used during World War II.
• USS Boston: The name of several ships that have served in the United States Navy.

Other Uses

• Boston accent: A way of speaking English that is common in the Boston area.
• Boston Post Road: A historic system of roads that were used to deliver mail in colonial times.

See also

In Spanish: Boston (desambiguación) para niños

• Bostonian (disambiguation)
• List of colleges and universities in metropolitan Boston
• New Boston (disambiguation)