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Tree Removal at the Commandant’s House

October 4, 2023 · Source: National Park Service

Angled view of the tuliptree outside of the Commandant's house in the Charlestown Navy Yard, MA. The Commadant's House is a historic brick building with two curved porches in the front, with a glassed in front porch section with stairs leading up. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

This fall, the National Parks of Boston will remove a large Tuliptree (Liriodendron tulipifera) growing immediately adjacent to the historic Commandant’s House in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Removal of the tree will prevent damage to the structure and ensure its safety during storm events.

Read the official NPS source

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Review the park’s current conditions before departure and again on arrival. Follow posted restrictions and adjust your itinerary to the affected areas.

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Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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