I Am Books

Boston


Calling itself 'an Italian-American cultural hub,' this small independent bookstore is the perfect place to pick up reading materials for an upcoming trip to Italy. Specializing in fiction set in Italy and nonfiction about Italy, there are also children's books, cookbooks, Italian language books, magazines and more. A welcoming place to browse or buy.


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2. St Leonard's Church

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Founded in 1873, St Leonard's was the first church in New England built by Italian immigrants. The attached Peace Garden is always open for a sacred…

3. North End Branch Library

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4. North End Park

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Designed as the North End neighborhood's 'front yard,' this wide lawn is perfect for picnics, while kiddies can cool off in the Canal Fountain.

5. Rose Kennedy Greenway

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Where once there was a hulking overhead highway, now winds a 27-acre strip of landscaped gardens, fountain-lined greens and public art installations. The…

6. Labyrinth

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Representing the journey of life, a granite path winds its way to a central fountain, offering a few moments of contemplative respite to anyone who cares…

7. Boston Stone

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Located on Blackstone Block – the city's oldest cluster of buildings. Look for the 1737 Boston Stone embedded in the foundation of one of these buildings…

8. Blackstone Block

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