Boston's Emerald Necklace

Boston's Emerald Necklace is a linked series of parks and green spaces designed by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. It stretches roughly 1,100 acres through the city, connecting urban neighborhoods with natural environments. The Necklace includes notable parks like Boston Common, Franklin Park, and the Arnold Arboretum, offering residents and visitors opportunities for recreation, relaxation, and community gatherings. Its purpose is to provide ecological, aesthetic, and social benefits, creating a continuous green corridor that enhances the city’s livability, biodiversity, and scenic beauty.