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South Boston, frequently called "Southie", is full of rich history and culture. From the Harrison Loring House to South Boston busing, to many fun facts. South Boston has a parking freeze. South Boston has also become a location where many movies have been based out of. South Boston is also home to The South Boston Busing, the integration of pubic schools.

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Places of worship

Catholic Churches

   Gate of Heaven Parish: Gate of Heaven Parish was established in 1863
   Saint Brigid Parish: St. Brigid Parish was established in 1908.

Presbyterian

   Fourth Presbyterian Church : Fourth Church has been a part of South Boston since 1870. Situated between two housing projects, the church has at the heart of its mission a commitment to serve the neighborhood, touching the lives of well over 650 people every month.

The St. George Albanian-Orthodox Cathedral, located at 523 East Broadway, is the North American headquarters of the Albanian-Orthodox Church. The building was built as a Congregational Church after the Civil War.

Demographics

Once a predominantly Irish Catholic community, in recent years South Boston has become increasingly desirable among young professionals and families who are attracted to the neighborhood's strong sense of community and quick access to downtown and public transportation. South Boston has a population of about 33,311. The median age is about 32. It became part of Boston in 1804. The most recent calculations calculate the total population is estimated to be around 33,311. The Caucasian population is about 26,866 (80.7%). African American population is about 8%. American Indian and Alaska Native is about 0.2%. The Asian population is 4.7%. Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander are about 15%, and the other category at 4.3%. Those who are multiracial at 2.1%.

Policies

The South Boston parking freeze allows a maximum of 30,389 off-street parking spaces in South Boston. Established in 1993 under rules of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (310 CMR 7.33) as one of the air quality mitigation measures associated with the Central Artery/Tunnel project, the South Boston parking freeze limits the availability parking spaces in South Boston. These regulations divide South Boston into three zones: the Piers Zone; the Industrial/Commercial Zone; and the Residential Zone. Due to less parking spaces, the APCC began issuing permits under the freeze in 2004. The people of South Boston were unsure of this policy due to the fact that South Boston already had limited parking to begin with. This policy helps with air pollution and promotes carpooling and public transportation but limits the parking spaces for people who live in the area.

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Harrison Loring House

The Harrison house is a mansion located in Southie. It was used as a private residence until 1913. at that time it was purchased by the Roman Catholic Church to use the space as a convent. Since 1987, its current owner has converted it into apartment style housing. The house located at 789 East Broadway is full of rich history. It is associated with Harrison Loring, who owned and operated one of the first South Boston shipyards.

Fun facts

The Southie neighborhood is full of history and character. As of July 5, 2004, every workplace, restaurant, and bar in Massachusetts are 100% smoke free. This policy was created to reduce air pollution as well as put an end to second hand smoking.

A number of popular movies are set in Southie, including “Good Will Hunting,” “Gone Baby Gone,” “The Departed” and “Mystic River.” Mystic River (novel, Directed by Clint Eastwood.The mysterious drama Mystic River is based on the novel by  Dennis Lehane. Set in an Irish neighborhood in Boston, Jimmy, Sean, and Dave are three childhood friends who are reunited after a brutal murder takes place. Eastwood won a Golden Coach for the film at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival.

South Boston Iron Works was here in the 19th century and was the largest iron foundry in the country. They made cannons that were used in the Civil War.In 1981, the first Vietnam War monument in the United States was built. It’s located at the Medal of Honor Park on East Broadway.

In 1981, the first Vietnam War monument in the United States was built. It’s located at the Medal of Honor Park on East Broadway. It honors those South Bostonians who gave their lives in Vietnam.

South Boston Busing

In the summer of 1974, District Court Judge W. Arthur Garrity ruled that the Boston School Committee had segregated the city’s schools. Busing was created to achieve a racial balance and to desegregate schools. Around 18 thousand African-American and White students were ordered to be bused to neighborhoods outside of their own. South Boston was the start of the busing hatred. Many white demonstrators harassed 20 school buses carrying students from Roxbury, who had been all black.

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ST. Patrick's Day Parade The history behind the South Boston, ST. Patrick’s Day Parade is General John Henry Knox brought 55 cannons captured at Fort Ticonderoga. In March, the troops positioned the cannons on Dorchester Heights. They had cut down trees to cannon size, hollow them out and blacken them over fire to look like cannons. Surprise was just around the corner. On March 17th, 1776, orders were given that if you wish to pass through the continental lines, the password was “St. Patrick”. The British had seen all the cannons on the Heights and left Boston. Evacuation Day was declared a holiday in the City of Boston in 1901. In celebration, the city hosted a parade based in South Boston. A monument to the historical event was completed in Dorchester Heights in 1902. Major George F. H. Murray served as chief Marshall for the parade in 1901. The state of Massachusetts recognized Evacuation Day as a holiday in Suffolk’s County in 1938. The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is both a celebration of the Irish-American culture in Boston and the Evacuation Day victory. The City of Boston sponsored the event until 1947, when Mayor James Michael Curley gave authority to the South Boston Allied War Veterans Council. Politicians and local celebrities have participated in these annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade for years. In 1958 Senator John F. Kennedy rode with Jacqueline Kennedy in the parade. The Kennedy family were well known in participating in this parade. Robert F. Kennedy marched in 1968, Ted and Joan Kennedy also marched in 1970. The N.A.A.C.P entered a float in the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in 1964. In the mid-1960’s the Harvard’s Irish Society joined the march. Irish nationalists unofficially marched in the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in the 1960s and 1970s. In 1972, Irish Republican Aid Committee members protested violence in Northern Ireland by carrying a coffin draped with the Irish tricolored flag. The Boston chapter of the Irish Northern Aid Commission marched with black armbands and a sign reading “England Get out of Ireland” The year 1976 marked the 200th anniversary of Evacuation Day and the 75th anniversary of the parade. A reenactment of the 1776 evacuation was incorporated into the parade, with fireworks and period costumes. President George H.W. Bush declared March Irish-American Heritage Month in 1991. The application of the Irish American Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Group of Boston, or GLIB, to march in the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in 1992, the first of its kind in the history of the parade, was met with a rejection by the South Boston Allied War Veterans Council. In recent years, parade organizers have tried to make the event more kid-friendly, by incorporating “family zones” or sober places to watch the parade. The South Boston, ST. Patrick’s Parade is listed as the second largest parade in the country, being viewed by nearly 600,000 to 1 million people every year!; in addition to having the entire parade seen on Live TV.

Demographics

South Boston zipcode: 02127

Leisure Activities and Areas

Thomas Park/Telegraph Hill: the best view in town is from up-top Thomas Park. Nine months of the year, you’ll find couples picnicking, dogs socializing, and runners stopping to savor the Back Bay skyline vista.

South Boston Bark Park, 1280 Columbia Rd. South Boston Ma

South Boston Maritime Park: Landscaped park in sight of water, with a fountain, shaded lawn, public art & seasonal daytime cafe.

Joe Moakley Park: This urban park features baseball & soccer fields, a spray area & a jogging track. 1005 Columbia Rd

Castle Island Park: Site of Fort Independence (open in the summer) with beach, picnic & jogging area. 2010 William J Day Blvd

The Lawn on D: Beautiful park with food and entertainment. Also swings that light up for daytime and nighttime use.

Marine Park: Bay views, open lawn, athletic fields & a playground are features of this waterside park. Located on Farragut Rd

Peters Park: This kid friendly park had a play area just for children. With a beautiful garden and an off leash dog rush, plus courts for tennis and basketball. This park is a great outdoors spot for your family. 230 Shawmut Ave

Boston Parks and Recreation Department: 1010 Massachusetts Ave #3

Marine Industrial Park: This 191-acre waterfront area features businesses plus a brewery, a museum and a cruise terminal.

SOME MORE PARKS INCLUDE:

• Medal of Honor Park
• Fan Pier Hardwalk/Plaza

Children's Wharf Park

Binford Street Park

Wormwood Park

• Rolling Bridge Park

Eastport Park

• Flaherty Park

Christopher Lee Playground

• Sweeney Playground
• Veteran Memorial Park

Industry/Class of Worker

• Total Population: 18,743
  • Private for-profit wage and salary workers: 13,482
  • Employee of private company workers: 13,285
  • Self-employed in own incorporated business worker: 197
  • Private not-for-profit wage and salary workers: 1,804
  • Local government workers: 1,804
  • State government workers: 759
  • Federal government workers: 181
  • Self-employed in own not incorporated business workers: 680
  • Unpaid family workers: 30

Art/Memorial

• Paul Revere Park Mosaics, Susan Gamble, South Boston, Mosaic 2007, Glass and Ceramics
• South Boston World War II Memorial, Roberto Shure, South Boston, Memorial,2001,Bronze and Granite
• James Brendan Connolly, Thomas Haxo, South Boston,Sculpture,1987,Bronze
• Aqueous,Humour, Ellen Driscoll, South Boston, Sculpture,2004,steel and granite
• John Harvard Memorial,Henry R. Shepley,Charlestown,Memorial Plaque,1943,Granite
• Leviathan,Wendy Ross, South Boston, Sculpture,1999,steel
• Flying Fish, David Tonnesen, South Boston,Architectural Element and Sculture, Stainless steel

Restaurants

South Boston "Southie" has lots of amazing food from all over the place. As a Irish cultural city South Boston restaurants are mainly Irish. During the month of September 26-September 28 the Seaport World Trade Center would filled for a celebration to the Irish culture. Fun activities such as music, sports, food and drinks fill they joy of all its local residence. In an article in Zagat I got the top 12 Must-Try restaurants in South Boston.

American Provisions.This Southie corner store with a hipster flair stocks farmstead cheeses, artisanal charcuterie, beers, preserves, produce and breads from small producers in the Boston region, supplemented by international products, sandwiches and prepared foods; personality infuses every detail, from the tiny handwritten signs affixed to wheels and wedges of, say, smoked toma and Dorset, to the colorful chalkboard displaying prices for grass-fed meats and other seasonal foods. (613 E. Broadway South Boston; 617-269-6100)

Amrheins. You can't spit green beer without hitting a pub in South Boston, but Amrheins is a slightly elevated option that is worth a visit. It's one of Boston's most historic watering holes, home to both the oldest hand-carved bar in the country and the first beer pump in the city. Expect standard but tasty tavern fare like Yankee pot roast and lobster mac 'n' cheese. (80 W. Broadway South Boston; 617-268-6189)

Barlow's. Outdoor dining and a fun brunch scene liven up this neighborhood American, where you'll find hearty dishes like Manny's BBQ Meatloaf, served with bacon, corn on the cob and jalapeño mac 'n' cheese. On many nights, live music keeps the buzzing bar scene jumping at Barlow's, housed in a big brick warehouse. (241 A St. South Boston; 617-338-2142)

The Franklin Southie. This South Boston sibling to the South End's Franklin Cafe mimics much of what makes that other location such a success: dim, romantic lighting, stiff cocktails and upscale comfort food like duck breast with bok choi and fig in a demi just. But the Southie spot also hosts group pig roasts, a nose-to-tail feast that is inspired by those at another related restaurant, Citizen Public House. (152 Dorchester Ave. South Boston; 617-269-1003)

KO Pies. Head to South Boston for a taste of Down Under. KO is a purveyor of Australian meat pies, street food of crispy pastry stuffed with savory, nicely spiced meats (lamb, beef, and more). There are a handful of other tasty sandwiches, like a chicken schnitzel burger, Oz-based condiments (like Vegemite) and sweets, like ANZAC cookies. (87 A St.South Boston; 617-269-4500)

Lincoln Tavern & Restaurant. A popular after-work and brunch spot for the "new Southie" scene, Lincoln (pictured) buzzes with twenty- and thirty something young professionals who gather at the two huge bars for craft cocktails and canned craft beers, or fill the dining room seats to nosh on signature wood-fired pizzas topped with meatballs, butternut squash and bacon, or duck confit with blackberries and goat cheese. (425 W. Broadway South Boston; 617-765-8636)

Local 149. This funky neighborhood joint gets full fast, drawing dining-savvy hipsters wall to wall in a wood-filled space with a small fireplace and cool display of multi-color glass bottles. Chef David Nevins, who previously opened Neptune Oyster, is a playful pro serving mussels in blue cheese and brandy, fried chicken and waffles, cheese steak sliders with a spicy pepper relish, and za'atar roasted lamb leg with a jalapeno feta cream, among other options. Local craft brews flow and tiki cocktails are a specialty. (149 P St. South Boston; 617-269-0900)

Mul’s Diner. Early risers get breakfast (service starts at 5 AM) at this classic diner with grizzled, old Southie charm — not to mention a locally famous crème brûlée​ French toast. The vibe is vintage, the portions are hearty, and the policy is cash-only. It's exactly what you want, expect and need from a favorite neighborhood greasy spoon. (75 W. Broadway South Boston; 617-268-5748)

The Paramount. A sibling to the Beacon Hill eatery of the same name, The Paramount is famous for its delicious breakfast spread: interesting omelets, malted Belgian waffles, and banana and caramel French toast are among the options. But a wide-ranging dinner selection deserves equal attention. You may want to direct it toward maple-cured Berkshire pork loin or pan-roasted teriyaki salmon. (667 E. Broadway South Boston; 617-269-9999)

Stephi’s in Southie. This South Boston spin-off of Stephanie's on Newbury and Stephi's on Tremont follows in the similar vein of a classy American bistro, though with a slightly more eclectic and internationally minded menu: warm naan with toasted walnut muhammara, Asian yellow fin tuna salad and Italian sausage orecchiette share space with steak tips soaked in Bloody Mary mix. The vibe is also more modern, with some shining white subway tiles and über-contemporary, spherical chandeliers. (130 Dorchester Ave. South Boston; 617-345-5495)

Sullivan’s Castle Island. For six decades, this simple shanty by the South Boston beach has been serving up cheap but totally tasty fried seafood, hot dogs and burgers that were among some of voters' favorites in our recent Best Burgers Survey. It's only open seasonally, so you have through November to swing by. (2080 William J Day Blvd.South Boston; 617-268-5685)

Tasty Burger. And speaking of burgers, this little local chain has been sizzling over the last few years — spawning four locations, including this retro-tinged Southie destination, which also delivers throughout South Boston and the South End. (69 L St.South Boston; 617-425-4444)

Retail Businesses

• Ku De Ta (Women's Clothing Store)
• South Bay Center (Shopping Mall)
• The Goodwill Store (Thrift Store)
• Altec Plastics Inc. (Fabrication)
• Benjamin Moore (Paint Store)
• The Spot Clothing Showroom (Apparel)
• American Nut & Chocolate Co. (Dessert Shop)
• South End Business Alliance (Non-Profit Organization)
• Pier Fish Co. (Seafood wholesaler)
• Watermark Doughnut Co. (Donuts Shop)
• Comcast Service Center (Internet Service)
• Boston Retail Partners (Business Management)
• Habit (Clothing Store)
• Castle Self-Storage (Self-Storage Facility)
• Formaggio Kitchen-South End (Gourmet Food)
• Courtyard Boston- South Boston (Hotel)
• BYOD dog wash (Pet Groomer)

Population

AGE

• Total population: 33,311
  • Male within the age of 25-29 years: 3,124
  • Female within the age of 25-29 years: 3,349

This is the average age of the residence in South Boston 6,473 (19%) of the population. 25-34 years are the ones making up the population within Southie.

Race/Ethnicity

White representing 26,866 (80.7%), Black/ African American 2,663 (8.0%), American Indian and Alaska Native 76 (0.2%), Asian 1,559 (4.7%) Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 15 (0.0%) , other 1,434 (4.3%) and those who are two or more ethnicity 698 (2.1%)

Economy

Poverty levels within South Boston. 1,646 of households have received Food Stamp/SNAP in the past 12 months. 1,064 of individuals income in the past 12 months has been below poverty level, while 582 has been above poverty level. 12,940 households did NOT receive Food Stamps/SNAP within the past 12 months. From these individuals not receiving help 1,367 fall below poverty level in the past 12 months, while 11,753 individuals income in the past 12 months is above or at poverty level. When looking at it as poverty status by household, Family households: poverty estimate 1,134 (46.6%). Non-family households: poverty estimated 1,297 (53.4%). Male households: poverty estimated 447 (18.4%). Female households: poverty estimated 850 (35.0%) In addition when putting it as Poverty Status by Family Married-couple family: With related children under 18: 138 (12.2%) out of 1,266. Under 5 years ONLY: 47 out of 507. Under 5 years and 5-17 years: 25 out of 169. 5-17 years ONLY: 66 out of 590. NOT related children under 18 years: 41 (3.6%) out of 2,100. Other family:Male households, no wife present: 67 (5.9%) out of 443 Female households, no husband present: 888 (78.3%) out of 1,976.

Diversity

South Boston’s Black or African American population grew by 47.9% from 2000 to 2010.

Schools

South Boston Catholic Academy

South Boston Catholic Academy (SBCA) is organized by three guiding principles: Faith, Family Spirit, and Academic Excellence. SBCA strives through stewardship of Catholic Education to build character and faith formation that will ensure their students develop a capacity for life long learning, spiritual growth, and compassionate social engagement. Students learn to appreciate and value their parents and families, while also engaging with a diverse set of people enriching in the common purpose of education and fellowship. SBCA ensure that students reach their full potential. Through small class sizes, proven curriculum, counseling service, and a distinguished faculty and staff, students experience academic skills, emotional maturity, and a spiritual life. In addition to being a great school SBCA host Catholic Trivia, allowing the best and brightest students to participate and show their teachers, peers and parents how intelligent they are.

Condon, James F. Elementary

James F. Condon School is located at 200 D Street South Boston, Ma 02127. Principal Robert Chisholm and Assistant Principle/Headmasters Jonna Casey and Sharon Sealy make sure that The Condon K-8 School is an innovative school serving students who reflect the rich diversity of Boston. Our mission is to help all students acquire the skills, knowledge and habits they need to reach proficiency and to succeed in high school, college, and a life of active citizenship in the neighborhoods of Boston and beyond. In the Report on Teaching and Learning: School Report Card School Year 2014-2015 Condon had 811 students enrolled. 50.6% Male and 49.4% female. The majority of students were African American/Black 36%. Right behind them were the Hispanic 31.8% followed by 20.6% of White, 7.5% Asian, 0.4% of Native American and Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander and 3.3% Multi-Race non-Hispanic. With 56 teachers, the student:teacher ratio is 14.5:1. 98.2% of teachers are licensed in teaching assignment.

Excel High School

Excel High School is a traditional school located 95 G st South Boston Ma, 02127. It is 1 of 27 high schools within Boston Public Schools.Its Principal/Headmaster: Stephanie Sibley handles about 550 students and 46 teachers. The Excel High School gives students the opportunity take Advance Placement coursework and exams. The AP participation rate at Excel High School is 42 percent. The student body makeup is 57 percent male and 43 percent female, and the total minority enrollment is 86 percent. The school is primarily made up by 38% Black, 23% Asian, 23% Hispanic, 14% White, 2% two or more races and 1% American Indian/Alaskan Native. In the 2016 Academic Indicators College Readiness Index was 15.6, Mathematics Proficiency: 2.6, English Proficiency: 2.7 and Student-teacher Ratio: 12;1. The percentage of students receiving free lunch is 83% and 3% of students receiving reduced price lunch.

Perkins, Michael J. Elementary

The Michael J. Perkins School K2-5 is the “Home of Outstanding World Learners.” We are preparing to provide our children with an unparalleled learning experience that broadens them as thinkers, problem-solvers, and change agents. With solid teaching and learning, we are enhancing the creativity, passion, and optimism each child brings to our campus. Our goal is to educate, empower, and elevate each young person to excellence as learners and global citizens! Principal: Craig Martin.This school is location is 50 Rev. Burke Street South Boston, Ma 02127. Total student enrolled 248. 44% African American/Black, 35.1% Hispanic, 11.7% White, 4.4% Asian, 0.4% Native American and 4.4% multi-race non-Hispanic. Perkins special education percentage is 12.9, and the school has 50.8% Male and 49.2 % Females. Its reported that 88.7% of these students are low income receiving free or reduced lunches. Their about 24 staff members within the school and 14.1 teachers. Student:teacher ratio is 17.6:1. Teachers licensed in teaching assignment is 95.9%.

Perry, Oliver Hazard K-8

Principal/Headmaster: Geoffrey Rose. 745 E. Seventh St. South Boston, Ma 02127. Perry's instructional focus is to provide opportunities for students to explain their thinking with evidence-based oral and written responses. This focus will allow our students to develop the critical thinking skills needed for high school and college. We consistently communicate our school values of "Work Hard. Respect. All. Perry Pride." every day to our students, since we truly believe that hard work and respect for all are essential for educational and life success. 251 students total enrollment. 20.3% African American/Black, 21.1% Hispanic, 54.6% White, and 4.0% Asian. 26.6% of students receive special education. There is slightly more males 54.6% than females 45.4%. Total staff 26, and 17.8 teachers. Student:teacher ratio 14.1:1. This school type is traditional.

Tynan, Joseph P. Elementary

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School Principal/ Headmaster: Leslie Gant. 650 E. Fourth St. South Boston, Ma 02127. The Tynan School community has a culturally and academically diverse student population, welcoming general education students, autistic students, and English language learners in our school. We have school based counseling and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for students. In addition to offering science, physical education, dance and vocal music, we also have City Stage, which is a theater arts program to provide students with additional enrichment activities. We currently use a literature based program and Reading Street for literacy; Writer’s Express for writing; and TERC Investigations for math. This traditional school offers grades K1-5. With 394 student enrollments this school has 57 staff members and 28.6 teachers. There are 42.1% African American/Black, 23.9% Hispanic, 21.6% White, 8.1% Asian, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and 3.6% multi-race non-Hispanics. 56.9% of these students are male and 43.1% are female. The student:teacher ratio is 13.8:1

UP Academy Boston

UP Academy Boston: Principal/Headmaster Mistie Parsons, School location 215 Dorchester St. South Boston, Ma 02127. UP Academy is a high-performing public, tuition-free, college preparatory middle school. Our school aims to ensure all students acquire the knowledge, skills, and strength of character necessary to succeed on the path to college and to achieve their full potential. Our school program is modeled on the highest-performing urban public schools in the United States. Our founding team believes that any student can rapidly approach grade-level proficiency when exposed to a structured and joyful academic environment. Total student enrollment 459. 49.7% African American/Black, 32.5% Hispanic, 9.6% White, 5.4% Asian, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander, and 2.2% multi-race non-Hispanic. Staff population is 60 and there are 45.1 teachers within this school. Student:teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 88% of students are considered low income based on free and reduced lunch.