Everett Historical Commission to host dedication ceremony at former Park Theatre to kick off Walking Tour

The Everett Historical Commission will be hosting a dedication ceremony on Thursday, June 20, at 5:30 p.m. at the former location of the Park Theatre and current location of the Park Plaza Condominiums (30 Chelsea St.) to kick off the new City of Everett Walking Tour. The tour will eventually include nearly 100 locations dedicated to historic events, buildings and people that are considered part of Everett’s over 150-year history. The dedication of the Park Theatre – a local favorite for residents to gather at and be entertained by community events and the newest films since its opening as the Crown Theater in 1914 – will kick off the Everett Historical Commission’s City of Everett Walking Tour. The event will include local and state elected officials, as well as the Chairperson of the Everett Historical Commission to offer their remarks. Refreshments will also be provided to all in attendance.

The tour seeks to highlight the importance of Everett’s history and allows participants to learn through informational signs that will be located throughout the city. The sign that is placed at a historical site will inform participants about the location’s historical significance to the Everett’s history. Initiated by former City Clerk Michael Matarazzo, current City Clerk Sergio Cornelio and the members of the Everett Historical Commission, the ongoing project will eventually have nearly 100 locations with historical signs.

All are welcome to attend the ceremony. To learn more about the event or the Walking Tour, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at 617-394-2225.