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Dorchester (/ ˈdɔːrtʃɛstər /) is a neighborhood comprising more than 6 square miles (16 km 2) in the City of Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Originally, Dorchester was a separate town, founded by Puritans who emigrated in 1630 from Dorchester, Dorset, England, to the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
Aug 6, 2024 · Dorchester. The biggest and most diverse neighborhood in the City. The largest neighborhood in Boston is also one of the most diverse. Long-time residents mingle together with new immigrants from Vietnam, Cape Verde, Ireland, and many other countries.
Sep 1, 2023 · Dorchester is by far Boston's largest and most populous community. But Dot, as it's known to locals, is hard to define as a singular neighborhood. Rather, it's a cluster of villages covering six...
Looking to buy a home in Dorchester? Navigate the real estate market with our trusty neighborhood guide, and spend your weekends ogling triple-deckers.
May 15, 2024 · With a population that hovers around 120,000, Dorchester is the most diverse area in the city and boasts an authentic melting-pot vibe. More than half of the neighborhood’s residents are under ...
Dorchester History. A Brief History of Boston's Largest Neighborhood. First settled by Europeans in 1630 and named for the historic market town in Dorset, England, Dorchester has been witness to many of the great events of Massachusetts and American history.
Get to know the vibrant, inclusive, and diverse neighborhood of Dorchester! From Upham's Corner to Ashmont, Fields Corner to Four Corners, Dorchester offers bustling commercial districts alongside public parks, beautiful murals, and ethnic cuisine, including some of the best Vietnamese and Caribbean food in Boston.