STATE HOUSE
Located on Beacon Street at the head of Park Street. The hill on which the State House stands was originally called Treamount, later this was changed to Sentry Hill when it was used as a lookout, and after the erection of the Beacon in 1634-1635, it received the name of Beacon Hill. The cornerstone of the “Bulfinch” front of the State House was laid on July 4, 1795, and the extension was built in 1889 at a cost of four million dollars. The construction of the east and west wings was completed in 1916. The State House is decorated with statuary, historic paintings, battle flags and war relics. The House of Representatives contains the celebrated Cod Fish emblems. The gilded dome, lighted at night by four hundred and ninety-eight electric lights, makes a magnificent display. Open to the public on week days from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m., and on Saturday from 9 a. m. to 12 noon.
Leaving the State House, walk straight down Beacon Street with the Boston Common on your left. Cross Charles Street and enter the
Public Gardens
This is about one-half the size of the Common and contains an artificial pond of irregular shape, the beauty of which is enhanced by the graceful swan boats which glide over its surface. A monument commemorating the discovery of ether is erected at one side of the Gardens; thousands of men and women visit this shrine yearly. Proceed through this beautiful Shrine of Nature, coming out at Arlington Street and Newbury Street, on the corner of which stands the
PUBLIC GARDENS
Ritz Carlton Hotel
This is one of Boston’s finest hotels, noted for its hospitality, excellent food and social events.