Dorchester Armory

This historic square at the intersection of Ashmont Street and Dorchester Avenue was named for Oliver Peabody, a 19th c. benefactor of the historic All Saints' church here. In summer there is a great farmers' market in front of the T station. Close by Ashmont Grill and Tavolo are good restaurants.

Dorchester North Burying Grounds is a historic landmark in Boston, MA, dating back to 1633. It serves as the final resting place for notable figures such as colonial governors William Stoughton and William Tailer, as well as the first printer in Boston, John Foster, and three African-American slaves. The cemetery is known for its diverse collection of funerary sculptures from different centuries, including early slate gravestone art. In 1834, Samuel Downer, who was involved in creating Mount Auburn Cemetery, designed the landscaping for Dorchester North Burying Grounds, resulting in an arboretum-like atmosphere with pathways and avenues named after prominent Dorchester families. With over 400 shade trees, rare specimen trees, and various shrubs and floral displays, the cemetery offers a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to explore and appreciate its historical significance.Generated from the website