The Parkman Bandstand stands in Boston Common at 139 Tremont St. Built in 1912, it has a Greek temple-like design, with Doric columns and a shallow dome. George F. Parkman’s bequest helped fund its construction and the care of Boston’s parks. Stop to look at the architecture, take a break in the Common or catch an outdoor event: the bandstand is used for concerts, rallies and speeches, and Shakespeare on the Common takes place here in summer.
A bandstand built for Boston Common
The Parkman Bandstand was built in 1912 and named for George F. Parkman. A bequest associated with Parkman provided $5 million for the care of Boston Common and other city parks, as well as the bandstand’s construction.
Its design has the form of a small Greek temple, with Doric columns and a shallow dome. The structure was restored in 1996.
Events at the bandstand
The bandstand is used for concerts, rallies and speeches. In summer, it hosts Shakespeare on the Common, an outdoor theatre event. The site has also been used for colonial-themed puppet shows, which began there in 1922.
If you are planning your visit around a performance, check the event schedule before heading to the Common. Otherwise, the bandstand makes a brief stop on a walk through the park.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is the Parkman Bandstand?
It is in Boston Common at 139 Tremont St, Boston.
When was the Parkman Bandstand built?
It was built in 1912 and restored in 1996.
What events take place at the bandstand?
It is used for concerts, rallies and speeches. Shakespeare on the Common takes place there in summer.
