2005

All programs and events are FREE and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

Sponsored by the Friends Of Fort Point Channel

Open Studios 2005: Floating Art Installation

October 14, 2005-January 31, 2006

@ Fort Point Channel between Summer Street and Congress Street Bridges

Stop by the Summer Street Bridge to view the floating art installation by local artist Colleen Paz.  The installation, a grouping of giant jellyfish, will light up the Channel both day and night, emanating the soft purple and blue hues characteristic of these translucent creatures.

Other Events and Programs

The Boston Harbor Association's Art on the HarborWalk Tours

Free tours and events will highlight some of the public art along Boston's changing waterfront.  To reserve a space, please contact The Boston Harbor Association at mail@tbha.org or 617-482-1722.  For more info visit: http://www.bostonharborwalk.com/

8th Annual ICA/Vita Brevis Project

@ The Northern Avenue Bridge

British artist Julian Opie explores time-honored subjects such as landscape, the figure, and portraiture with contemporary media, including digitally enhanced drawing, photography, and animation to reflect 21st century reality.  Suzanne walking and Julian walking are full-length animated portraits presented on LED screens.  They will be on the Northern Avenue Bridge through October 2006.

Info: 617-927-6611

John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse Tours

@ The Moakley Courthouse

Tour the beautiful courthouse on the Harbor.  This tour, by Discovering Justice, provides a unique opportunity to see the courthouse, its art and stunning architecture. 

Info: 617-261-2440

The England Economic Adventure

@ Boston Federal Reserve Bank

The Boston Fed presents an adventure of unique education programs designed to teach about improvements in living standards through lively interactive games, exhibits, and activities.

 Info: 800-409-1333 or www.economicadventure.org

Don’t forget to check back every season for new events and activities. Come discover one of Boston’s best places to live, work and play.

2004

Year Round Activities

The New England Economic Adventure
Weekdays, Boston Federal Reserve Bank
The Boston Fed presents an adventure of unique educational program designed to teach visitors about improvements in living standards through lively interactive games, exhibits, and activities. Info: 800-409-1333 or www.economicadventure.org

Art Exhibitions @ The Moakley Courthouse
M-F, 8AM-6PM, Moakley Courthouse
The Moakley Courthouse hosts local and national artists works throughout their 1st & 2nd floor galleries. With exhibitions changing on a regular basis, the Courthouse offers a unique art experience on the Harbor. Info: 617-261-2440

Fall 2004

25th Annual Fort Point Open Studios

Friday, Oct 15 Thru Sun, Oct 17

Visit the studios of over 200 painters, sculptors, ceramicists, jewelers, performance artists and photographers in Boston's largest artist community.  Presented by Fort Point Arts Community and sponsored by Grand Circle Corporation. Info: www.fortpointarts.org or 617.423.4299.

1st Annual Great Pumpkin Pageant

Friday Oct 22, Noon -7PM

Harborwalk at Children's Wharf

The Friends of Fort Point Channel invite you to carve a pumpkin during the day and then see the pageant of jack-o-lanterns illuminated and displayed on Congress Street Bridge that evening. Info: 617.451.2860x109.

Boat Tours of the Channel
Tuesdays, 1-2PM, Thru Oct 5

Depart from Moakley Courthouse Water Taxi Stop
Tour the Channel by water, with Save the Harbor/Save the Bay. Supported by the Friends of Fort Point Channel, the tour will highlight what’s happening and what’s coming while passing under the five bridges that span this unique waterway. Due to popularity, please call 617.451.2860 to reserve a space.

Fresh Food Market
Tuesdays, 4-7PM, Thru Oct 28

 Corner of 300 Congress St. & Congress Street Bridge
The Food Project invites you to buy a bagful of fresh locally grown vegetables, fruits, baked goods, flowers and more. All produce is grown and sold by local and suburban teens & volunteers. Don’t forget to ask about their Morning Harvest Bags. Info: 617-422-1322 or elucclowes@thefoodproject.org Supported in part by the Friends of Fort Point Channel.

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Don’t forget to check back every season for new events and activities. Come discover one of Boston’s best places to live, work and play.