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East Boston

The vibrant neighborhood features one of the most beautiful waterfronts in the City.

East Boston was once a center for shipbuilding, but it has always been a neighborhood of immigrants. You can see the diversity in the neighborhood’s many ethnic restaurants.

  • East Boston
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Citywide Project Tracker

    Through our search page, you can find projects taking place across the City of Boston.

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Investing in East Boston

This StoryMap provides the residents of East Boston with a “progress report” on major public investments the City of Boston is making in their neighborhood.

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Photo Credit:
Umana Rising by Felipe Ortiz; OLP Creative

Neighborhood Contact

Neighborhood Contact
carlos garcia 

East Boston Liaison 


Carlos Garcia grew up in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management from Fitchburg State University. His career began in the travel industry and expanded into roles in coffee and management, and renewable energy and sustainability.

Garcia most recently served with Tree Eastie, a nonprofit dedicated to urban forestry and food justice, before working in housing relocation, where he supported hundreds of Boston residents facing displacement due to redevelopment. His work has centered on case management, community engagement, and ensuring equitable access to resources.

After a decade of living in East Boston, Carlos is excited to serve as the neighborhood liaison at City Hall, strengthening connections between residents and city services.

Outside of his role, Carlos enjoys running, sailing on Boston Harbor, and spending time with his family in Puerto Rico and his golden retriever, Bernie.

Neighborhood features

Today, East Boston's population is mostly:

  • Italian-Americans
  • immigrants from Central and South America, and
  • immigrants from Southeast Asia.

East Boston is home to the nation’s first branch library, built in 1870. You’ll also find Logan Airport here. Neighborhood homes mix the old with the new, and include many restored triple-deckers. Residents enjoy waterfront views of the City skyline from across Boston Harbor. They also now have access to the beach by way of a brand new and beautiful greenway.

  • East Boston
    Boston, MA 02128
  • Citywide Project Tracker

    Through our search page, you can find projects taking place across the City of Boston.

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