Donation Season
Late winter and early spring are major seasons for schools and other non-profits to raise much-needed funds for services and programs. Our donation requirements are simple. Send us a letter of request...
View ArticleHibernating Pontoons
Days like this make it hard to imagine that in just a bit more than 10 weeks the 12 Swan Boat pontoons now covered by about 2 feet of snow will be gliding along the waters of the Boston Public Garden...
View ArticleA New Web Site
Thanks to Elephas Creative, we are pleased to announce the launch of our new web site. The folks at Elephas provided a great combination of creative and technical expertise to give us a new and vibrant...
View ArticleDigging Out Before the Next Storm
With about 2 feet resting on the 12 Swan Boat pontoons – and another 15 inches on its way – our summer crew took on a winter job for the day digging out the boats to prevent potential damage from the...
View ArticleSeven Weeks and Two Days
Every year when we reach the end of February we start ramping up. Crew applicants are sent and reviewed. Tickets are ordered. The moving trucks are scheduled. The list goes on. This year will...
View ArticleThe Dock is Ready
Today we repaired and painted the dock. One of the important steps prior to opening includes replacing boards, installing dock bumpers, securing the mooring chain and painting the “evergreen” dock....
View ArticleLast Day of Painting!
With near perfect weather today, a crew of 9 helped to complete the painting for the Swan Boat fleet. Dan, Sadiya, Gabe, Rae, Louis and our new crew members David, Ryan, Isaac and Brian made it happen...
View ArticlePaul and Henry
The Swan Boats are a family business. It has been that way since its start in 1877. For close to 140 years, members of the Paget family have preserved this Boston tradition and operated the boats that...
View ArticleAn Inside Perspective
Each year during our off season, we take on projects in preparation for the upcoming spring. The nature of our boats requires ongoing repair and maintenance to keep each Swan Boat in perfect operating...
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