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Artifact 1: “A Park Built Around the River” Type of Art: Photo Caption:The Charles River is the main feature that connects the natural and recreational parts of the park. Short Description:When I arrived, I noticed that Artesani Park is designed around the Charles River. The river, trees, and paths create a natural space, while the nearby roads remind me that the park is still part of the city. People can walk, bike, exercise, or relax beside the water. https://drive.google.c

Artifact 1: “Boston Common at Night” Type of Art: Photo Time: Around 9:00 p.m. Caption: At night, Boston Common felt calmer, with city lights surrounding the trees and open space. Short Description: At the beginning of my visit, I noticed how different Boston Common felt at night. The park was darker and quieter, but the city lights, buildings, and streets around it were still visible. The trees and grass made the space feel peaceful, even though I was still in the middle of

Artifact 1: “Nature Near Fenway” Type of Art: Photo Time: Jun 8th Caption:I noticed this green space while walking near Fenway Park. The plants and trees stood out because they were surrounded by buildings, roads, and city activity. Short Description:At the beginning of my visit, I was walking around Fenway Park when I noticed the natural areas around me. Even though I was still in a busy part of the city, the trees and plants made the area feel calmer. The contrast between n

Date: Jun 1, 2026 Time: 9:00pm- 10:00pm Location: Boston City Hall Plaza Environmental Conditions: It was nighttime and the plaza was quiet. The area had trees, planted spaces, concrete walkways, benches, and artificial lighting from the surrounding buildings. Overall Reflection For this week’s nature attunement activity, I visited Boston City Hall Plaza. Even though it is located in the middle of the city, I noticed that there are still trees and planted areas throughout the