As Bostonians we pride ourselves on our history as a city steeped in sea-faring tradition. Whether it be our statuesque U.S.S. Constitution, the ubiquitous story of the Boston Tea Party, or the ever-present duck boats, Boston and the ocean will be forever intertwined. As such, Bostonist presents some last-minute gift ideas that pay homage to our salty roots. Looking for the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life? Consider giving a "Proud Parent......

The unique point of view in this shot of the Charlestown Navy Yard from seosmh really sets it apart. The contrast of the curves and straight lines of the benches makes for a great subject, and the parallel contrast of the chains to the right of the shot adds another layer of complexity. Finally, the rich black and white tones brings the whole thing together.......

We're not talking about any newly imposed fees, we don't know of any. On a recent trip to the Navy Yard we followed the red brick trail out of the National Park Service site only to come up against a blockade. Because we don't make a habit of following the Freedom Trail through Boston (really, how many times can you do it?) we were surprised to find that Gate 1 of Charleston Navy Yard......

We got a couple emails this weekend from concerned citizens who had spotted Mounties on the shore at Charleston Navy Yard. Yep, it's true. The U.S. Navy, National Park Service, and colonial-dressed docents alike allowed the Canadians to dock and take shore. We hoped for a South Park-style battle to be brewing, unfortunately it was merely a PR campaign for Canadian-based Bay Ferries new CAT high-speed ferry service from Portland, ME. Formerly only making trips......

Navy Yard, home to that thriving vibrant life associated with a National Park Service site and home to the oldest commissioned warship in the US Navy’s fleet is missing art. Yes, art. Boston has successfully turned the factories of the South End into SoWa, with First Fridays open studios and dozens of little galleries. Where’s the next hotbed of inspiration? The Charlestown Navy Yard really screams to us "I want to be a Creative......