Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, Linear park in downtown Boston, United States
The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway is a narrow park running 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) through downtown Boston, connecting several neighborhoods. Along its length, planted areas alternate with paved plazas, dotted with benches, fountains, and temporary installations.
The park opened in 2008 on land once occupied by the elevated John F. Fitzgerald Expressway, which was moved underground during the Big Dig project. The transformation turned a busy traffic barrier into a continuous green corridor.
The name honors Rose Kennedy, mother of President John F. Kennedy, whose family roots were in Boston. Today the grounds serve as a gathering space for residents from different neighborhoods, who come for lunch breaks or evening events.
The paths are flat and wide, making it easy to walk or bike from one end to the other. During warmer months, food trucks appear at various spots, and public Wi-Fi is available.
All plantings are maintained using organic methods, without chemical fertilizers or pesticides. This approach supports native insects and birds, which can be observed in the meadows and flower beds.
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