Join Historic Newton for Historic Newton Walks: Hammond Pond and Woods - History, Ecology and Current Threats to find out how the forest and pond behind the Chestnut Hill Mall came to be what it is today.
Boston University Professor of Plant Ecology Richard Primack, who dedicated part of his career to studying the history and ecology of this unique piece of woodland, will lead you to out-of-the-way spots including the hemlock grove, the old cranberry bog, and Houghton's Garden, while telling many stories of this area and linking botanical observations to current concerns with climate change and conservation.
Meet in the parking area by Hammond Pond, off Hammond Pond Parkway near its intersection with Route 9. Free.
