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Museum of Science - 9:00 AM
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Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
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The Polar Express Train Ride Station - various times Pick
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Boston Harbor Islands: Free Ferry Weekend
Celebrate the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park Anniversaries and Park Opening Day with a FREE trip to Spectacle or Georges Island!
Explore historic Fort Warren on Georges Island or walk Spectacle Island’s beaches and winding trails. Catch the ferry to either island right from downtown Boston’s Long Wharf North… for free!
Start your day with free family fun including arts, music, children’s activities, and learning about Boston Harbor near the Ferry Center at Long Wharf North from 8:00 am – 2:30 pm.
First come, first serve *free* tickets will be available to pick up from the Long Wharf North Boston Harbor City Cruises Ferry Center beginning at 8:00am. No advance reservations, so arrive early as this event will sell out fast!
For information about ferry times and other guidelines, go to the event's website.