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Francis D. Martini Memorial Shell Park and Moynihan Recreation Area

Details unconfirmedPark · Boston, MA
Francis D. Martini Memorial Shell Park and Moynihan Recreation Area, Boston, Massachusetts
Massachusetts Dept. of Environmental Protection / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
Right now

A 5.6-acre DCR park split by Truman Parkway between the Neponset River and the road: the Martini Shell side holds a 1960s outdoor amphitheater used for summer concerts and movies, while the Moynihan side across the street has athletic fields, a playground, and the Moynihan Spray Deck splash pad.

What to expect

Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs are welcome on-leash, tethered on a leash no longer than ten feet. No more than four dogs per person, and owners must carry out or bin the waste. Dogs are not allowed in DCR parking areas, playgrounds or swimming pools.
Managed by
DCR 617-698-1802 · Website

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Francis D. Martini Memorial Shell Park and Moynihan Recreation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Francis D. Martini Memorial Shell Park and Moynihan Recreation Area?
Dogs are welcome on-leash, tethered on a leash no longer than ten feet. No more than four dogs per person, and owners must carry out or bin the waste. Dogs are not allowed in DCR parking areas, playgrounds or swimming pools.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (accessibility, restrooms). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.