Boston is a pricey place. But walking around and exploring doesn’t cost a penny, and neither do these 5 best free Boston attractions.
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Connecticut Tornado of 1989
Yankee Classic: July 1990 The dogs knew first. Ivan and Merle, Charles and Mable Besozzi’s two big, black English retrievers, had been restless all the day of July 10, 1989. “The dogs never settled down,” Mrs. Besozzi said, “and they’re very gentle and very smart. They sensed something.” By late afternoon Ivan and Merle were […]
New Hampshire
Moonlit Barn
While spending the night in Thornton, New Hampshire hoping to catch the Aurora Borealis, a friend showed me this old barn which I felt perfectly captured the feeling of New England winter. The fresh snow reflecting the moonlight, old barn, and wreath made a beautiful scene.
In a crowded workshop in Little Compton, Rhode Island, a father and son give new life to old stoves that once breathed warmth and fire.
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In Praise of Bob-Houses
Bob-houses aren’t beautiful, but on the ice they all seem to belong…and where else can you find lakefront home for free?
As the proud new owner of an old house in New England, you can look forward to many years of satisfaction, enjoyment, and repairs.
Put a little New England charm under the tree with these locally made treasures.
Main Dishes
Yankee Pot Roast
This classic Yankee pot roast recipe isn’t just delicious, it’s the essence of the New England kitchen. Learn more about the dish’s history.
New Hampshire
Celebrating the Dartmouth Winter Carnival
For more than 100 years, Dartmouth students in Hanover, NH have embraced winter in their own unique way with the Dartmouth Winter Carnival.
History
When a Bull Wasn’t a Bull
Welcome to the January 2014 edition of Jud’s New England Journal, the rather curious monthly musings of Judson Hale, the Editor-in-Chief of Yankee Magazine, published since 1935 in Dublin, N.H When a Bull Wasn’t a Bull Years ago, New Englanders were very careful when speaking about sex and romance…… We New Englanders may be noted […]
Sparking the desire to create is what Debra Immergut and Nicole Blum love to do. In their book, Improv Sewing, and blog, Improv Diary, the two friends and colleagues from Massachusetts encourage even avowed “I’m not crafty” types to get in touch with their inner makers. Here, they share their picks for the best shops […]
Lew French is part stonemason, part artist, part magician. He hand-selects each stone used in his structures to make sure they fit perfectly.