Program areas at Boston Harbor Now
Boston Harbor Now, Inc. (bhn), as the non-profit partner of the Boston Harbor islands national and state park, manages a number of operations, facilities, and revenue-generating services to enhance visitor experience and provide funding to support the park. Managed services include public ferry operations, island-based food service and private events. In addition, bhn manages the mainland park welcome center located in Boston on behalf of the national park service. Bhn also organizes programming, provides free and reduced cost access to underserved youth and families, and works with many community partners and nonprofits to increase use and appreciation of the Harbor. A creation of stone living lab has allowed bhn to work on resilience through research and nature-based solutions for the Harbor.
Boston Harbor Now, Inc. Provides thought leadership for the Harbor, waterfront and islands, helps to increase awareness about the Harbor, waterfront and islands, and increase engagement with our brands through visitation, program participation, and digital interaction.
Boston Harbor Now, Inc. Leads efforts to ensure an accessible, resilient and equitable Harbor through planning, policy, and advocacy work. The stone living lab is a key project looking to create a future where people work with nature to make coastal regions resilient and adaptive to climate change while enhancing natural and built environments. Harborwalk 2.0 is another key project focused on coastal resilience, access, and equity.