The Solomon Foundation champions Greater Boston's irreplaceable parks and greenways, and their unique contribution to the quality of urban life. Our mission: to cultivate innovative projects that enhance the beauty, utility, and accessibility of our major public parks.
Since establishing the Foundation in 2005 we have helped our public and private non-profit partners accomplish many innovative park projects. We thought it was time to reflect on where we've come from and where we are headed next. To that end, I'd like to welcome you to our new website. Please to let us know what you think!
"There are certain people in Boston who are catalysts for change... [the Solomon Foundation] saw an opportunity to expand beyond just the fountain to its whole landscape, so I can say that we might not be here today without their enthusiasm and their vision"
Liz Vizza at the opening of the Brewer Fountain plaza
"Partners are sometimes challenging... like being married. But they are critical in today's world, to make our parks clean, green, safe and welcoming for all."
Parks Commissioner
Antonia Pollak
"We protect and preserve our rich history to keep our city unique…. Together we will make the oldest park in the country the best park in the country."
Boston Mayor
Tom Menino
Back to the Future: Brewer Fountain Plaza gets a Facelift
Boston Globe | A new plaza debuted Wednesday near Tremont and Park streets that may change what it means to be a park in Boston. The overhaul included more than just new granite and fresh grass. The goal is to give people who pass this corner a reason to spend time in America's oldest park.
Charlesgate Path Linking Emerald Necklace to Esplanade Moves Closer
Beacon Hill Times | Restoring a bicycle and pedestrian route between the Emerald Necklace and Charles River Esplanade is moving one step closer to reality with the completion of the conceptual design for the Charlesgate greenway path.
Esplanade’s Eliot Memorial Revitalization Around the Corner
Beacon Hill Times | Visitors to the Charles River Esplanade can expect to see a revitalized and better-maintained landscape around Eliot Memorial (next to Community Boating) this fall, thanks to recent grants from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, Porpoise Fund, the Lawrence and Lillian Solomon Fund, and the Garden Club of the Back Bay, as well as gifts from individuals.