A small DCR state park in John Eliot Square, historic heart of Roxbury, centered on the 1750s Dillaway-Thomas House museum with an adjoining acre of landscaped lawn and a skyline view of downtown Boston.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and…
Hours
Grounds generally open daily; exact posted hours and museum hours not confirmed, call DCR to verify before a museum visit
Managed by
Department of Conservation and Recreation
WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Dillaway-Thomas House
Historic house museum with exhibits on the site
Worth knowing
- The park is part of the Metropolitan Park System of Greater Boston and sits within the John Eliot Square Historic District, one of Roxbury's oldest settled areas.
Common questions
Where do I park at Roxbury Heritage State Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Roxbury Heritage State Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Roxbury Heritage State Park?
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and search-dog training are excepted (302 CMR 12.13).