Better biking in Dorchester

Discover Roxbury: Eliot Square to Franklin Park Bike Tour

Event Details

Time: June 25, 2012 from 6pm to 7:30pm
Location: Roxbury Heritage State Park
Street: 183 Roxbury Street
City/Town: Roxbury, MA
Event Type: bike, ride
Organized By: Discover Roxbury
Latest Activity: Jun 21, 2012

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Event Description

Eliot Square to Franklin Park Bike Tour

6:00 - 7:30pm

Hubway members - pick up a bicycle at Roxbury Crossing.

This is where it all began! Start in Eliot Square, the heart of colonial Roxbury, and ride through nearly 200 years of historic architecture to the top of Highland Park. From there it's downhill into the 20th century past Malcolm X's home, through Melnea Cass' neighborhood, and into areas where Elma Lewis left a strong impression on residential Roxbury and in Franklin Park. Once inside the park, tour old ruins, enjoy the lush forest, and ride over Frederick Law Olmsted's arched bridges. At the end of the ride, purchase a light meal at the Golf Clubhouse and watch the setting sun on the terrace. The tour meets in front of Roxbury Heritage State Park, 183 Roxbury Street. Bike helmets are required. Tour is weather permitting. Ride admission $10. Tickets