BOSTON GUIDENOVEMBER 1-3, 2012 | WESTIN COPLEY PLACE BOSTON | BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

The 24th Annual Conference of the Turnaround Management Association

SPOUSE/GUEST HOSPITALITY SUITE INFORMATIONLocation: Westin Copley Place Boston, St. George C on the Third Floor next to TMA RegistrationHours: Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - Noon.

Registered guests are invited to take advantage of the new TMA Spouse/Guest Hospitality Suite onsite in Boston. Located on the main level of the hotel, this suite will offer continental breakfast and grab-and-go snacks on Friday and Saturday. Representatives from both the Westin concierge and the Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau will be stationed in the room on Friday and Saturday to answer your questions about the city and assist you in booking activities and tours.

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GO BOSTON CARDWebsite: smartdestinations.com Phone: 866-628-9027

With the Go Boston Card, you’ll get access to 60 attractions. Plus, skip the line at top sights and save with special discounts. Just choose how many consecutive days you want to go sightseeing!

BOSTON DUCK TOURSContact: Bob SchwartzPhone: 617-267-6327Email: BSchwartz@bostonducktours.comWebsite: bostonducktours.com

Hop aboard Boston Duck Tours and enjoy a fully narrated, historic tour of Boston in a “DUCK”, a WWII style amphibious landing craft that travels on land and water. You’ll cruise by all the places that make Boston the birthplace of freedom and a city of firsts. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, your “Conducktor” drives the duck right into the Charles River for a breathtaking view of the Boston and Cambridge skylines. Tours depart daily from 9 a.m. until an hour before sunset from the Museum of Science and Prudential Center.

Ticket prices for 80-minute tours: Adults $32.99, Students/Seniors(62+)/Military $27, Children 3 to 11 $22, Children under 3 $10, Special Needs $21

Ticket prices for 60-minute tours: Adults $28.99, Students/Seniors (62+)/Military $25, Children 3 to 11 $19, Children under 3 $10, Special Needs $21

* Rates do not include a 5% Convention Center Surcharge. Prices are subject to change without notice.

BOSTON RED SOX FENWAY PARK TOURS19 Yawkey WayBoston, MA 02215Contact: Marcita ThompsonPhone: 617-226-6423Email: mthompson@redsox.comWebsite: redsox.com

Visit Fenway Park, America’s most beloved ballpark, for a behind the scenes look at the oldest Major League Baseball park in the country. Visit the park where Babe pitched, The Kid hit, Yaz dazzled, and the 2004 and 2007 World Champions thrilled. Sit in the oldest seats in baseball and have your picture taken with baseball great - Ted Williams - the statue, of course.

Tours: Tours depart daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from the Souvenir Store across Yawkey Way. Guided tours last one hour; arrive 15 minutes prior to tour. For more information call 617-226-6666.

* Please note that on game days the last tour leaves 3 hours prior to game time.

Tickets: Adults $12, Seniors (60+) $11, Children (ages 3 to 15) $10

FREEDOM TRAIL FOUNDATIONContact: Mimi LaCameraPhone: 617-357-8300Email: mlacamera@thefreedomtrail.orgWebsite: thefreedomtrail.org

The Freedom Trail Foundation is the official non-profit organization that promotes and supports Boston’s Freedom Trail, a 2.5 mile historic walking trail. Relive the story of the American Revolution in its original setting, where the patriots engaged in daring and dangerous activity

to overthrow England’s rule of the colonies. Follow the red line for a Walk Into History on the streets of this sophisticated city and into the 16 sites where exhibits and interactive experiences bring the story to life.

Tours: Depart from Boston Common Visitor Information Center and Bostix Booth at Faneuil Hall daily. Tickets are available online at 10% discount at thefreedomtrail.org. A portion of every ticket sale supports a preservation of the Freedom Trail.

TOP OF THE HUB & SKYWALKContact: Monica Bylsma, Skywalk ManagerPhone: 617-859-0648

See Boston like you’ve never seen it, at the Skywalk observatory. New England’s tallest observatory and Boston’s only sky-high vantage point, the Skywalk is owned and operated by Select Restaurants, Inc. which also owns and operates Top of the Hub Restaurant, located above the Skywalk on the 52nd floor of the Prudential Building. Visitors at both locations are embraced by panoramic views of Greater Boston and beyond. On a clear day, visibility is more than 80 miles. The Skywalk Observatory offers breathtaking 360° views of Boston. Exhibits and features at the Skywalk include the Dreams of Freedom Immigration Museum, an Antenna Audio Tour of the city and “Wings Over Boston,” the Skywalk’s spectacular aerial video tour of Boston and Cambridge.

Hours: Open daily 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Your Weekend in Massachusetts Top Sights, Attractions, & Activities

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Tickets: Price includes Audio Tour, Dreams of Freedom Museum and the Multimedia theater. Adults $14, Children (6th grade and under) $9, Seniors (62 and above) $12, Valid College ID $12

BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY700 Boylston St.Boston, MA Website: bpl.org

Founded in 1848, the Boston Public Library (BPL) was the first large free municipal library in the United States. In addition to its 8.9 million books, the library boasts a wealth of rare books and manuscripts, maps, musical scores, and prints. The BPL holds several first edition folios by William Shakespeare, original music scores from Mozart to Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf,” and, in its rare book collection, the personal library of John Adams. Throughout the year, the Boston Public Library hosts exhibitions that offer the public an opportunity to view books and documents usually available only to research scholars.

Tours: The library offers public tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The free tours last about an hour and are given by volunteer guides. No appointment is necessary. Tours meet in the lobby of the McKim Building (Dartmouth Street entrance). For more information, please email tours@bpl.org or call 617-859-2379.

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS 465 Huntington AvenueBoston, MA Phone: 800-440-6975 Email: webticketing@mfa.orgWebsite: mfa.org

The original MFA opened its doors to the public on July 4, 1876, the nation’s centennial. Built in Copley Square, the MFA was then home to 5,600 works of art.

Over the next several years, the collection and number of visitors grew exponentially, and in 1909 the Museum moved to its current home on Huntington Avenue. Today the MFA is one of the most comprehensive art museums in the world; the collection encompasses nearly 450,000 works of art. More than one million visitors each year are welcomed to experience art from ancient Egyptian to contemporary, special exhibitions, and innovative educational programs.

Tickets: Adults $22, Seniors (65+) $20, Students (18+) $20, Youths 6 and under free, Youths 7 to 17 free weekdays after 3 p.m. and weekends (otherwise $10)

ISABELLA STEWART GARDENER MUSEUM 280 The FenwayBoston, MA For taxis, ask for 23 Evans Way.General Information: 617-566-1401Box Office: 617-278-5156Email: information@isgm.org Website: gardnermuseum.org

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is at once an intimate collection of fine and decorative art and a vibrant, innovative venue for contemporary artists, musicians, and scholars. Housed in a stunning 15th-century Venetian-style palace with three stories of galleries surrounding a sunny courtyard, the museum provides an unusual backdrop for the viewing of art. The collection contains more than 2,500 paintings, sculptures, tapestries, furniture, manuscripts, rare books and decorative arts. The galleries house works by some of the most recognized artists in the world, including Titian, Rembrandt, Michelangelo, Raphael, Botticelli, Manet, Degas, Whistler, and Sargent.

Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors 65 and up $12, College Students $5 with current ID, Under 18 free, All named Isabella: free

OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURSPhone: 617-269-7010Website: trolleytours.com/boston/

For over 30 years, Old Town Trolley Tours has provided sightseeing tours highlighting the best of Boston. Hop aboard one of its trolleys and you’ll experience Transportainment, a delightful combination of transportation and entertainment. Friendly conductors narrate the tour with a fascinating and fun mix of trivia and humorous stories. Tickets: See website for options and prices.

PAUL REVERE HOUSE 19 North SquareBoston, MAPhone: 617-523-2338Website: paulreverehouse.org

On the night of April 18, 1775, silversmith Paul Revere left his small wooden home in Boston’s North End and set out on a journey that would make him into a legend. Today that home is still standing at 19 North Square and has become a national historic landmark. It is downtown Boston’s oldest building and one of the few remaining from an early era in the history of colonial America.

Tickets: Adults $3.50, Seniors and College Students $3, Children (ages 5 to 17) $1

Hours: November 1 to April 14, 9:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. The average visit is 30 to 45 minutes.

JOHN F. KENNEDY LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Columbia PointBoston, MA Phone: 617-514-1600Toll free: 866-JFK-1960Website: jfklibrary.org

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The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is dedicated to the memory of our nation’s 35th president. Located on a 10-acre park, the Library stands as a vibrant tribute to the life and times of John F. Kennedy.

Come tour the Museum which portrays the life, leadership, and legacy of President Kennedy, conveys his enthusiasm for politics and public service, and illustrates the nature of the office of the President.

Tickets: Adults $12, Seniors (62 and over) and Students (with valid college ID) $10, Ages 13 to 17 $9, Children 12 and under are free.

Hours: The Museum is open 7 days a week, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The last Introductory Film of the day is at 3:55 p.m.

OLD STATE HOUSE Corner of State and Washington Boston, MA. Phone: 617-720-1713Email: education@bostonhistory.org Website: bostonhistory.org

The Old State House was the center of Boston’s civic life in the 18th century. Within these walls, Samuel Adams, James Otis, John Hancock, and John Adams debated the future of the British colonies. Just outside the building, five men were among the first casualties of the battle for independence, in what would later be known as the Boston Massacre. The Declaration of Independence was proclaimed from the balcony to the citizens of Boston in 1776. After the American Revolution, the building served as the first state house for the newly-formed Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Admission: Adults $7.50, Seniors (62+) $6, Students $6, Youth (6 to 18) $3, Children 5 & under free

FANEUIL HALL MARKET PLACE1 Faneuil Hall Sq # 1 Boston, MA 02109Website: faneuilhallmarketplace.com

There’s a magical place in the center of Boston - Faneuil Hall Marketplace. As alive today as it was in 1742 when our nation’s fathers proclaimed it “The Cradle of Liberty,” it combines the glories of Boston’s past with the urban sophistication of the city today. It’s the seat of American history and the site of one of America’s most famous shopping and dining experiences. Sprawling on 6.5 acres, Faneuil Hall Marketplace attracts millions of visitors annually, locals and visitors of Boston alike!

Hours: Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

USS CONSTITUTION Website: ussconstitutionmuseum.org

The USS Constitution Museum serves as the memory and educational voice of the USS Constitution by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the stories of Old Ironsides and the people associated with her. Only yards away from Old Ironsides, the Museum is a must-see for everyone visiting Boston, where interactive galleries take visitors on a 200-year voyage.

Admission: The museum has a suggested donation of $5 for Adults, $3 for Seniors, and $2 for Children. However, any amount is greatly appreciated.

Hours: Open Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

SAMUEL ADAMS30 Germania StreetBoston, MA 02130Website: samueladams.comPhone: 617-368-5080

You’ll learn about the history and then drink it! Learn all about Samuel Adams, brewer and patriot. Experience the entire brewing process, from start to finish. Taste the special malts used to brew Samuel Adams® beers and smell the Hallertau hops. Sample a few of the award winning beers.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (last tour starts at 3 p.m.);Fridays 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (last tour at 5:30 p.m., gift shop & tour center close at 6:30 p.m.); Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (last tour at 3 p.m., gift shop & tour center close at 4 p.m.)

Suggested donation: $2. All donations to benefit local charities.

KEY SHOPPING AREA SUMMARYShopping in Boston and Cambridge is an event in itself, and there’s plenty to choose from: the upscale boutiques of Newbury Street, Copley Place, and The Shops at Prudential Center in the Back Bay; the outdoor kiosks of Faneuil Hall Marketplace; Harvard Square and Cambridge Side Galleria across the Charles River; and farther out, the Kittery Outlets and Wrentham Village Premium Outlets, and the high-end shops of the Natick Collection.

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VISITOR INFORMATION BOOTHPhone: 617-497-1630Website: cambridge-usa.org

To purchase a self-guided walking tour of Old Cambridge and other helpful information, visit the Visitor Information Booth located just outside the main “T” entrance in the heart of Harvard Square.

Visit cambridge-usa.org to learn about all of the things to see and do in this historic town. Take advantage of the site’s TRIP PACK to collect and save website information. Then print it as a custom travel guide. It’s a great way to plan your trip to Cambridge and best of all, it’s easy to use. As you explore the website, simply click on the TRIP PACK Icon next to any item of interest to save the information. You can then view, print, and even send your personalized TRIP PACK.

CENTRAL SQUAREWebsite: centralsquarecambridge.com

Located equidistant between the academic powerhouses of Harvard and MIT, Central Square is the seat of city government. Home to a vast variety of international restaurants, the square is a constant multicultural festival and swings well into the night with a broad range of musical offerings at the local pubs. One can take a tour of the world’s cuisine including dishes from Asia, India, Italy, Africa, and the Caribbean.

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HARVARD SQUAREPhone: 617-491-3434Website: harvardsquare.com

Adjacent to the historic brick walls of Harvard University, “The Square” is world famous for its eclectic collection of small boutiques offering everything from haute couture to the latest street fashions. Over 100 restaurants and sidewalk cafes will tempt even the most adventurous palate. Music and entertainment are everywhere, and you can browse in one of the world’s largest concentration of bookstores. Street performers greet you at every corner offering songs, dramatic performances, juggling and magic. Catch some sizzling jazz or blues at a local nightclub or simply sit and watch the colorful crowds pass by.

INMAN SQUAREWebsite: inmansquare.com

Historically, Inman Square has been home to many immigrant populations, and today, the strong influence of the Portuguese community permeates this lively neighborhood. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its many architecturally significant buildings, this square is also home to countless restaurants offering cuisine of unparalleled excellence and diversity.

KENDALL SQUAREWebsite: kendallsq.org

Kendall Square is home to MIT and the heart of Massachusetts’ booming high tech and biotechnology industries. Shop at the nearby CambridgeSide Galleria

with over 100 nationally-recognized stores, an international food court, and several fine restaurants. Then, step onto a riverboat for a relaxing tour of Cambridge and Boston along the scenic Charles River. And, don’t forget to allow time to visit the nearby Museum of Science which offers interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and a state-of-the-art IMAX Theatre.

PORTER SQUAREWebsite: portersquare.net

Offering a multitude of one-of-a-kind antique shops, boutiques, and sidewalk cafes, Porter Square also boasts the region’s largest concentration of Japanese eateries and shops including a popular bookstore.

Just across the river from Boston, Cambridge offers an exciting multicultural setting where visitors from around the world mingle in the shadow of two of the world’s premier educational institutions: Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Teeming with cafes, bookstores, and boutiques, Cambridge is often referred to as “Boston’s Left Bank.”

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DISCOVER SALEM PASSPORT Website: DiscoverSalemPassport.com

Explore The House of the Seven Gables, the Peabody Essex Museum, and the Salem Witch Museum aboard the Salem Trolley (in season). Passports must be purchased online in advance of visit.

13 GHOSTS WALKING TOUR131 Essex StreetSalem, MAWebsite: salems13ghosts.com

Costumed guides take you on a frightfully fun paranormal ghost tour with a historically accurate tour that explores Salem’s notorious past of witch hysteria.

CANDLELIT GHOSTLY TOURS282-288 Derby StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-740-2929Website: salemwaxmuseum.com

Dare to tread the hallowed grounds of the historic “Olde Burying Point” by flickering candlelight. Meet the colorful and creepy personalities of Salem’s history, its tales, and possibly its specters. Tickets available at the Salem Witch Village.

CINEMASALEM1 East India SquareSalem, MAPhone: 978-745-1400Website: cinemasalem.com

CinemaSalem is more than a film-lover’s movie theater; it’s also a café, an art gallery, an art house, a live music venue, and a home to one of America’s largest all-documentary film festivals — all steps from the world class museums, restaurants,

It may be most widely known as the site of the Salem witchcraft trials of 1692, but this colorful, coastal city has much to offer both residents and visitors: a culturally diverse population, a rich maritime heritage, an impressive display of historic architecture, and amazing stories that span almost four centuries. Visit salem.org to discover the magic of Salem!

historic sites, theatre companies, art spaces, and shops that make Salem’s downtown so fun and vibrant.

COUNT ORLOK’S NIGHTMARE GALLERY285 Derby StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-740-0500Website: nightmaregallery.com

This Trip Advisor 5 STAR-rated attraction is a unique cinematic museum. Actors, characters, SPFX artists, and directors are all honored here with life size figures by Hollywood SPFX artists.

CRY INNOCENTOld Town HallPhone: 978-867-4767Website: cryinnocentsalem.com

Critically acclaimed live reenactment of the witchcraft examination of Bridget Bishop. Featured on the Travel Channel, NPR, TLC, and more.

HOCUS POCUS TOURSMuseum Place MallSalem, MAPhone: 781-248-2031Website: hocuspocustours.com

Experience our unmatched passion for Salem’s history as you journey back in time on our historically accurate walking tour. Join us year round to capture the historic spirit of Salem’s yesteryear.

MAHI HARBOR CRUISESSalem Willows & Pickering Wharf MarinaSalem, MAPhone: 978-825-0001Website: mahicruises.com

Discover maritime history, ocean life, and fun facts as you cruise by the shores of Salem, Marblehead, Beverly, Manchester, and the Misery Islands. 60-90 minute guided tours.

NEW ENGLAND PIRATE MUSEUM274 Derby StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-741-2800Website: piratemuseum.com

Features a guided tour where you will visit a recreated dockside village and pirate ship and experience the adventures of New England’s sea-robbers. Open weekends 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Last tour starts at 5 p.m.

PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM161 Essex StreetSalem, MAPhone: 866-745-1876Website: pem.org

The Peabody Essex Museum, one of the nation’s largest museums, features art and culture from New England and around the world, including Yin Yu Tang, a 200-year-old Chinese House.

PICKERING WHARF23 Congress StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-740-6990Website: pickeringwharf.com

A quaint harbor side village featuring a variety of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. This exciting marketplace is also home to the Salem Waterfront Hotel & Pickering Wharf Marina.

SALEM HISTORICAL TOURS8 Central StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-745-0666Website: salemhistoricaltours.com

Witch City’s premiere professional tour company provides historically accurate history, cemetery, witch trials, and Salem’s first and most recommended ghost tour. Tour with Salem’s best.

SALEM MARITIME, THE NATIONAL PARK IN SALEM193 Derby StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-740-1650Website: nps.gov/sama

Once one of the most important ports in the nation. See historic buildings, wharves, and reconstructed tall ship, Friendship. Hear the stories of the sailors, privateers, and merchants who brought the riches of the Far East to America.

SALEM WITCH HUNT: EXAMINE THE EVIDENCE2 New Liberty StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-740-1650

Re-enactors and renown scholars create a riveting 35-minute film on the events leading up, during, and after the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Features authentic sites and documents from 1692.

Show times: 10 a.m., Noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

SALEM WITCH MUSEUM 19½ Washington Square NorthSalem, MAPhone: 978-744-1692Website: salemwitchmuseum.com

The Salem Witch Museum is Salem’s most visited museum. Open year round with extended

hours throughout the summer and October.

WITCH DUNGEON MUSEUM16 Lynde StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-741-3570Website: witchdungeon.com

Award-winning live re-enactment of a 1692 witch trial followed by a guided tour of the dungeon. The most exciting experience in Salem. Last performance starts at 5 p.m.

WITCH HISTORY MUSEUM197-201 Essex StreetSalem, MAWebsite: witchhistorymuseum.com

Experience all the historical stories surrounding Salem’s 1692 witch trials told through an interactive tour. Walk among 15 life-size scenes depicting these tragic untold stories of Salem.

Hours: Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Last tour starts at 5 p.m.

WITCH HOUSE310 Essex StreetSalem, MAPhone: 978-744-8815Website: witchhouse.info

Salem’s only building with direct ties to the witch trials, the 17th century home of Judge Jonathan Corwin.

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