Considering the Charles River is home to the Head of the Charles Regatta, one of the most important races for collegiate rowers, it’s safe to say the sport ranks right up there with football and baseball for Bostonians. And while there are highly competitive crews, there’s also Community Rowing Inc., which offers classes for all ages and abilities. See how Samantha keeps up with Boston University’s lightweight women’s team, led by Head Coach Malcolm Doldron!

If you’ve ever wondered what exactly the oldest, continuously operating restaurant in the United States was, then this is your answer: Union Oyster House. Ever since it opened its doors in 1826, it’s seen history unfold. Over two centuries, it’s served up Boston’s best dishes to some of America’s most well-known public figures. We’re talking everyone from presidents to the who’s who of Hollywood. You’ve got to see just how many oysters they schuck in a single day.

Opened in 1845 and housing eight stories of material, the American Ancestors/New England Historic Genealogical Society has been helping Americans trace their lineage for over 176 years. As one of the largest and most comprehensive of its kind, the NEHGS specializes in a massive range of genealogies from British to African to Chinese and Jewish ancestry. You won’t believe what Samantha found out about her own family tree during her visit!

Built in 1729 as a Puritan meeting house, the Old South Meeting House has witnessed some of the most crucial events to the United States’ formation. During colonial times, some of its parishioners included revolutionaries like Samuel Adams, William Dawes, and Benjamin Franklin himself. In fact, Old South has been around so long, it’s one of the earliest examples of historical preservation in the US. Back in 1872 when it was slated for demolition, a group of “twenty women of Boston” with the help of famous names like Ralph Waldo Emerson and Louisa May Alcott raised funds to both save and restore it.

Located in Boston’s North End neighborhood, nicknamed Little Italy, Bricco Salumeria is a true tribute to its owner, Frank DePasquale’s upbringing along the Amalfi Coast. With a tucked away panetteria providing freshly made breads, the salumeria offers everything from fresh ingredients to fully made meals. You’ve got to see just how delicious the Italian sandwich is.

Roxbury is another neighborhood in Boston with its own unique culture. Founded all the way back in 1630, it’s been an epicenter for Black culture since the 20th century. Even Malcolm X lived here with his sister from his mid-teens to early twenties. It also witnessed the love story between another certain Civil Rights leader and his future wife, memorialized in a mural you don’t want to miss!

Named Boston’s best book store in 2020, Frugal Bookstore is the only African-American owned bookstore in the city. Located in Nubian Square, the bookstore has spent over a decade amplifying the voices of BIPOC authors. It especially wants to ensure that children who walk through its doors see books with characters that look like them.

When in Boston, it’s not enough to stay in a hotel representative of the architectural beauty of this city. Your experience must also include an element of historic significance. You can have both at The Langham, Boston, a 5-start luxury hotel located in the heart of Boston.

Blossom Bar and Sichuan Gardens is a true representation of the melting pot that is the United States. While the restaurant serves up authentic Sichuan dishes, the bar specializes in award-winning, Latin American-influenced drinks. With beautiful interiors, delicious food, and incredible drinks, Duan sees his family’s legacy as more than just a restaurant but as a neighborhood gathering place.

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