NORTH END HISTORICAL SOCIETY

We are North End enthusiasts, resident and non, who are committed to uncovering the rich and dynamic history of one of the oldest residential neighborhoods in the entire USA and sharing it in ways that are responsive and accessible to all. 

The North End Historical Society (NEHS) was legally incorporated in 2010 as a Massachusetts 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our flagship initiative is the North End Historical Museum, opening Summer 2026 at 3 Prince Street.

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We welcome new members to the NEHS and hope to represent a broad spectrum of neighborhood interests and voices in our programming and publications.

Our on-going activities as an organization include:

  • ​Sponsorship of public lectures and site tour.

  • Collaboration with other area organizations on a wider variety of neighborhood events. ​

  • Promotion of insightful and informative demonstrations of North End history and culture.

OUR GOALS

The North End Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the rich history of Boston's North End. Our goals include educating the community about the area's past, fostering collaboration among local organizations, and promoting a sense of community pride. Join us in celebrating the vibrant history of this beloved neighborhood.

  1. Education

  2. Community

  3. Preservation

  4. Collaboration

Donations are an essential part of keeping the North End story alive. Your donations support our communication, our digital presence, programs, and volunteers that make everything we do possible.

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MEET OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dedicated North End board members, who are also natives, are committed to education and community involvement, ensuring the area continues to thrive.

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Tom Damigella

Tom retired from business in 2016 and then became a corporate Tupperware Goodwill Ambassador. After retiring in 2018, he became more involved with his Italian heritage and is now Vice President of the Italian American Alliance. He is also a former North End Resident.

President/Treasurer

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Rita Damigella

She retired from family business in 2016. She was a graduate from Boston State degree in education. She was a former North End Resident.

Clerk

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James Pasto

Vito Aluia

James Pasto teaches seminars on Dream Theory, Boston’s North End, and Cultural Anthropology. He is a co-founder of the North End Historical Society and editor of its journal.  Born in North End.

Board Member

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Vito was born and raised in the North End. He was employed for the City of Boston for six years: and for the next 34 years with the Mass. Probation Commission in the Chelsea District Court, retiring as a Chief Probation officer. 

Historian

Frank J. Waldron

Frank J. Waldron is a Vice President in Enterprise Risk Management at State Street in Boston. A third-generation descendant of Italian immigrants who came through the North End in the early 20th century, Frank is honored to support the North End Historical Society's mission to document, protect, and celebrate the neighborhood's rich heritage.

Board Member

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Patricia M. Aannino

Patricia M. Annino is a partner in Rimon’s Trust and Estates Group. A nationally recognized authority on estate planning and taxation, Ms. Annino has more than 30 years of experience serving the diverse needs of families, individuals, and owners of closely-held businesses.

Board Member

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