Less than ten miles south of Downtown Boston, Mattapan is a diverse neighborhood that is easily accessible to the heart of the city with convenience to the MBTA light rail and commuter rail. Mattapan offers residents access to a wide variety of resources, from the award-winning Mattapan Branch of the Boston Public Library to the Mattapan Boys and Girls Teen Center’s range of artistic programs.
Additional resources include the Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, which offers dynamic programming to engage residents and local organizations. The Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition also provides residents with healthy eating options through weekend farmers markets, fitness campaigns, fresh food cooking courses, and more. Mattapan residents enjoy shopping options at Mattapan Square in addition to a slew of local businesses. Outdoor recreation abounds at Harambee Park, Hunt Playground, Lower Neponset River Trail, and nearby Franklin Park.
