Boston

The City of Boston hosts over 12 million annual visitors from around the globe. It is renowned for its cultural facilities, world-class educational institutions, champion sports franchises, as well as its place at the very forefront of American history. Tourism is one of New England’s largest industries; as the region’s social and commercial “hub”, Boston is willing to accommodate and entertain you as few other cities can.

History
Boston, first incorporated as a town in 1630, and as a city in 1822, is one of America’s oldest cities, with a rich economic and social history. What began as a homesteading community eventually evolved into a center for social and political change. Boston has since become the economic and cultural hub of New England. As the region’s hub, Boston is home to over 617,000 residents, many institutions of higher education, some of the world’s finest inpatient hospitals, and numerous cultural and professional sports organizations. Boston-based jobs, primarily within the finance, health care, educational, and service areas, numbered nearly 660,000 in 2002. Millions of people visit Boston to take in its historic neighborhoods, attend cultural or sporting events, and conduct business.

Population
617,594 (Official Estimate from U.S. Census Bureau, March 2011)  More Information from the 2010 Census

Weather
Get an update on the current weather conditions, New England weather is world-renowned for its sudden changes and, at times, being unforgiving.

Things to do in Boston
If you are attending the conference and find yourself with a few extras days available before or after the conference, there is plenty of opportunities to fill your time. See this list of exciting things to do in Boston.