{"id":53212,"date":"2017-04-20T05:22:28","date_gmt":"2017-04-20T12:22:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=53212"},"modified":"2026-04-20T00:43:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T07:43:14","slug":"video-blending-bostons-historic-places-modern-day-life-one-cool-now-video-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/rental-market\/market-snapshots\/video-blending-bostons-historic-places-modern-day-life-one-cool-now-video-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Video: Blending Boston&#8217;s Historic Places with Modern Day Life in One Cool Then-and-Now Video Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Since its founding in 1630, Boston has been a pivotal center of American and world history, philanthropy, education, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Although many of the most notable changes that took place in Boston over the last century surround its transportation system, it is still one of the most walkable cities in the U.S. Despite the developments in technology and the addition of stylish new buildings, many historic places still stand. <\/p>\n<p>Together with images from the Library of Congress and Google Street View, we compiled an exciting video that showcases Boston\u2019s changing landscape and lifestyle since 1900: <\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/r-trPp0YfVQ?list=PLCJgGddFcgFxuk1gsNaORx6w_i3GRkpj9\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Video Highlights:<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Trinity Church Copley Square <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While the famous old Trinity Church still stands in Boston, as do many surrounding architectural styles, gone are the streetcars and horse-drawn carts. Today the green space is still there, alongside new sculptures, water fountains, electric parking meters, street lights, and food cart vendors, overlooked by shiny skyscraping office towers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tremont Street<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Boston\u2019s Tremont Street is similar in layout to what is was like 100 years ago. Yet, new towering buildings stand in the background, and horse drawn buggies have been replaced with buses. Our much less formal dress sense and the presence of street vendors serving frozen slushies suggests we have more free time than we used to.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Boston Public Library &#038; New Old South Church, Copley Square<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This view of the Boston Public Library from St. James Street shows how the city has managed to stay relevant and lead with the latest trends, while retaining key historical buildings. Besides the internet and gas powered vehicles, Boston has also invested in developing green spaces, with new trees, and cultivating real world connection with street markets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hotel Lenox-Exeter &#038; Bolyston Street<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At 11 stories, The Lenox was once the tallest building in Boston, Massachusetts. This historic hotel was the temporary home of Judy Garland, and a favorite with celebrities and affluent visitors. Despite the dense development surrounding the hotel, new green features, and Wi-Fi, The Lenox still boasts its original architecture and wood burning fireplaces.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Causeway Street<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Boston\u2019s North Station is an example of some of the more dramatic architectural changes the city has undergone over the last century. The original photo demonstrates the grandness and intricacies of Boston, and the creativity we are capable of. Today, it isn\u2019t nearly as magnificent looking, though it is home to a major train station, as well as Bruins and Celtics games.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Temple Place<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This view of Temple Place and Tremont Street shows a classic then and now contrast. On one side we have classic Northeast stone architecture, and its intricate detailing. On the opposing corner the original structure has been replaced with sleek modern glass and metal. It\u2019s also interesting to note the full cycle of introducing gas powered cars, to electric and hybrid ones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Old State House, Washington Street<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Originally built in 1713, the current Old State House is one of the oldest buildings in America. Now a national landmark and museum, it sits atop of a key subway station, surrounded by towering buildings. 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