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REVERE, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — While it's not quite beach weather in New England, before long, sun-starved locals will be packing their sunscreen to head for the coast.
New England not only features some of the country's nicest beaches, America's oldest public beach is also located here.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is helping to make sure people know about the rich history and traditions of Revere Beach.
DCR's Mathew Nash comes to Revere Beach a couple of times a month through October with photos and stories that bring the history of Revere Beach alive. "All the amusements, the rides, all the beauty that's here," he said.
"The ballroom dancing places, swimming competitions where the public would come under these beautiful pavilions and watch people swim all of the way from here to Lynn and back. It was just amazing."
Nash said the main reason behind his presentations is to make sure the memories of this country's oldest public beach are preserved. "It meant a place where they met their spouse while they were waiting in line for a ride. And then they had children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren that they can talk about and experience the joy of this extended family life," he said.
Revere Beach was established in 1896 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 2003.
WBZ NewsRadio's Carl Stevens (@CarlWBZ) reports.