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Book Mark'd

This community-initiated public art project for the Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library began before the creation of the City's Percent for Art program. 

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Project Information

Project Type
Arts and Culture
Location
Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library
1350 Blue Hill Avenue
Neighborhood
Mattapan
Expected Year to be Completed
To be determined
Project Features
Public Art

This project is in the fabrication phase.

Project Details

Project Context

In 2008, the Mattapan Library Art Committee, with support from the Browne Fund, commissioned artist Stuart Schechter to create a proposal for an exterior sculpture to complement the construction of the new building. After several design iterations, Schechter proposed Book Mark’d to the Boston Art Commission (BAC) in May 2019. 

The BAC voted to conditionally approve the preliminary design of the artwork. The BAC asked the artist to address several design concerns before final approval. The commission then approved the final design in April 2020. The artwork is scheduled to be installed by spring 2024.

The artist and the Friends of the Mattapan Branch selected a fabricator for the project. They worked closely with him for the past two years to complete the design of the artwork. The City allocated $250,000 as part of the FY22 capital budget to support the completion of the project.

about the artwork

Book Mark’d will be a cast bronze sculpture approximately 12 feet tall. The sculpture will incorporate a spiral stack of 21 books in a variety of sizes and thicknesses. The artwork will embody Mattapan’s unique personality and history with shallow-relief imagery on the book spines. The bottom 20 books will have a patina reminiscent of antique leather book covers. The top book will have a shiny, bare bronze patina, giving the peak a beacon-like glow.

Book mark'd rendering
Rendering of Book Mark'd, courtesy of the artist.

Related Resources

Related Resources
Learn more about public art in Boston
Learn about public meetings and the Boston Art Commission
Learn more about the Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture

Who's Involved

Arts and Culture
617-635-4445
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National Consumer Protection Week Info Session

The Mayor's Office of Consumer Affairs and Licensing will host four informational sessions in celebration of National Consumer Protection Week. 

March 5, 2025
2025-03-05T11:00:00 - 2025-03-05T14:00:00

Consumer advocates will be available to answer questions and provide insights on various consumer topics, including shopping rights, tenant rights, credit, car purchases, scams, identity theft, home improvement contracts, and more.

March 5, 2025
2025-03-05T11:00:00 - 2025-03-05T14:00:00
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City Hall On The Go: Mattapan

Join us on March 25, 2025, for a scheduled stop inside the BCYF Mildred Avenue at 5 Mildred Avenue, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

March 25, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • BCYF Mildred Avenue
    5 Mildred Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2025-03-25T10:00:59 - 2025-03-25T11:30:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note: We do not accept cash payments on the truck.

March 25, 2025
  • 10:00am - 11:30am
  • BCYF Mildred Avenue
    5 Mildred Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2025-03-25T10:00:59 - 2025-03-25T11:30:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

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City Hall On The Go: Mattapan

Join us on March 4, 2025, for a scheduled stop inside the Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library at 1575 Blue Hill Avenue, from 12:30 - 2pm.

March 4, 2025
  • 12:30pm - 2:00pm
  • Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library
    1575 Blue Hill Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2025-03-04T12:30:59 - 2025-03-04T14:00:59

Our vibrant City Hall On The Go truck has a scheduled stop near your neighborhood, bringing essential municipal services right to you.

Please note: We do not accept cash payments on the truck.

March 4, 2025
  • 12:30pm - 2:00pm
  • Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library
    1575 Blue Hill Avenue
    Boston, MA 02126
  • Contact:
    Office Civic Organizing
  • send an email
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Mattapan
  • Event Type:
    Civic Engagement
    Other
  • Posted:
2025-03-04T12:30:59 - 2025-03-04T14:00:59

CITY HALL ON THE GO SERVICES

  • Absentee ballot request
  • Affidavit resident sticker
  • Appeal parking ticket
  • Basic Inspectional Services
  • Business Certificate (Check or Money Order Only) 
  • Census registration
  • File housing discrimination claim
  • File domestic partnership
  • Handicap parking
  • Medicaid and health insurance applications
  • Pay delinquent excise
  • Pay excise tax
  • Pay parking ticket
  • Pay real estate tax
  • Referrals for ASAP services
  • Register dog license
  • Register to vote

  • Request birth certificate

  • Request death certificate

  • Request marriage certificate

  • Resident parking sticker

  • SNAP applications

  • Farmers market coupons (Seasonal)

  • Income Eligible Reduced Fare T Program

  • Yard Waste Stickers 

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Public Facilities Commission Meeting (MOH)

ATTENDANCE
 
On March 29, 2023, Governor Healy approved an extension to remote and hybrid meeting options for public bodies established under Former Governor Baker's Executive Order of March 12, 2020 Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law through March 31, 2025. The Public Facilities Commission (PFC) will continue to conduct its meetings virtually. This enables the PFC to conduct its usual business while adhering to public health recommendations and ensuring public access to its deliberations through adequate, alternative means...
  • 03:20PM
  • Posted:
    02/21/2025 - 3:43PM
  • Accessibility Services
    Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please reach out to the contact listed in this Public Notice.
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Mattapan: 151 Hebron St Abutters Meeting 2/27/25

 Erect a 3-story multi-family residential building with 8 units total. Ground level with 3 open parking spaces and a ground floor handicap unit. Seeking variance for the dimensional requirement.

February 27, 2025
2025-02-27T19:00:10 - 2025-02-27T20:00:10

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 869 3551 7004

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s). 

February 27, 2025
2025-02-27T19:00:10 - 2025-02-27T20:00:10
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Snowshoeing Safari

Explore! Learn! Preserve! with the Boston Park Rangers. We offer FREE guided tours and nature-based programs for ALL AGES. 

March 2, 2025
2025-03-02T13:00:00 - 2025-03-02T14:00:00

Join the Boston Park Rangers for a snowshoeing tour around Boston’s historic Franklin Park. Snowshoeing is a fun and healthy way to enjoy the outdoors and further explore The Emerald Necklace in the winter. Park Rangers will demonstrate and instruct all the snowshoeing basics. Then, you'll be led on an hour-long guided tour, where we will uncover some of the plants and wildlife that thrive in the wintry New England environment.

  • Meeting Location: William J. Devine Golf Course parking lot --1 Circuit Dr. Boston, MA 02121
  • A limited supply of snowshoes will be available for use during the event. 
  • Please dress accordingly and be prepared for winter weather conditions
  • For ages 12+
  • In the event that we are unable to snowshoe, the program will be conducted as a walking tour

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

March 2, 2025
2025-03-02T13:00:00 - 2025-03-02T14:00:00
Last updated:

Snowshoeing Safari

Explore! Learn! Preserve! with the Boston Park Rangers. We offer FREE guided tours and nature-based programs for ALL AGES. 

February 23, 2025
2025-02-23T13:00:00 - 2025-02-23T14:00:00

Join the Boston Park Rangers for a snowshoeing tour around Boston’s historic Franklin Park. Snowshoeing is a fun and healthy way to enjoy the outdoors and further explore The Emerald Necklace in the winter. Park Rangers will demonstrate and instruct all the snowshoeing basics. Then, you'll be led on an hour-long guided tour, where we will uncover some of the plants and wildlife that thrive in the wintry New England environment.

  • Meeting Location: William J. Devine Golf Course parking lot --1 Circuit Dr. Boston, MA 02121
  • A limited supply of snowshoes will be available for use during the event. 
  • Please dress accordingly and be prepared for winter weather conditions
  • For ages 12+
  • In the event that we are unable to snowshoe, the program will be conducted as a walking tour

For more information visit the Boston Park Rangers homepage.

February 23, 2025
2025-02-23T13:00:00 - 2025-02-23T14:00:00
Last updated:

Mattapan:1597 Blue Hill Avenue Abutters Meeting

Sontu and Sabuj market inc, applicant for Malts and wine alcohol license. Open every day, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m., from Sunday to Sunday.

February 20, 2025
2025-02-20T18:00:38 - 2025-02-20T19:00:38

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

  • Meeting ID: 884 1914 8201

Please note: The City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

February 20, 2025
2025-02-20T18:00:38 - 2025-02-20T19:00:38
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Mattapan: 926 Morton Street Abutters Meeting

"Aguasvivas Market Inc." applicant for an "Off-Premises" Package Store Wine and Malt Beverages license. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday - Sunday, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

February 19, 2025
2025-02-19T18:00:19 - 2025-02-19T19:00:19

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom.

  • Meeting ID: 843 4286 7455

Please note: The City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

February 19, 2025
2025-02-19T18:00:19 - 2025-02-19T19:00:19
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