White Stadium
The City is transforming White Stadium into a state-of-the-art athletic facility for Boston Public Schools (BPS) Athletics and a vibrant community hub for Franklin Park.
Project Status: PLANNING
The goal of renovating White Stadium is to establish it as a premier venue for the Boston Public Schools (BPS) Athletics Program and a vibrant community hub serving Franklin Park and surrounding communities. The rehabilitation project will expand public access from 9 weekday hours to 15 hours a day, 7 days a week. Originally constructed in 1949, White Stadium has been a vital space for Boston athletes and the community, but it now requires significant upgrades. It currently lacks the necessary facilities and amenities to serve as a comprehensive citywide resource and the true center for BPS Athletics. Through a strategic private partnership, this generational investment in White Stadium is designed to enhance its role within Franklin Park, ensuring greater public access, expanded community programming, and enriched athletic opportunities, all while respecting the historic legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted's design.
The City and Boston Public Schools are renovating White Stadium for BPS Athletics and expanded community use, supported by Boston Unity Soccer Partners (BUSP), who are leasing part of the redeveloped campus. Explore the lease documents below:
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For more information on the project, visit the Boston Planning & Development Agency White Stadium website.
Timeline
Unanimous Commission Approvals
- January 9 Zoning Commission
- June 4 Landmarks Commission
- July 9 Boston Civic Design Commission
- July 18 Boston Planning Development Agency
- August 12 Parks and Recreations
- August 2024 Boston School Committee Vote ask
Spring - Summer 2023
- Visioning process begins with BPS student-athletes, coaches and other BPS community members
- Programming study is completed
Summer 2023
- Request for proposals issued for private partner
- Article 80 review process begins
Fall 2023 - Summer 2024
- Regular community meetings including transportation and design workshops and City board/commission votes
Other Community Processes
- 3 Impact Advisory Group meetings and review of Cooperation Agreement
- 900+ public comments
- 50+ Public and small group community meetings in 2023
- 50+ Public and small group community meetings in 2024
Fall 2024
- Lease negotiations
Late Fall 2024
- Demolition and construction begins (tentative pending lease agreement)
2024 - 2026
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Continued project review by City commissions, Parks experts, the White Stadium Neighborhood Advisory Committee, and BPS athletics throughout the duration of construction
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For more information on the project, visit the Boston Planning & Development Agency White Stadium website.
