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Allen-Edmonds products are sought throughout the world by men who appreciate true quality. The shop in Boston's Financial District appeals to the high-end consumer looking for a stylish yet professional leather shoe. The history of Allen-Edmonds dates back to 1922. Originally established in the small town of Belgium, Wisconsin, today the company still has its headquarters in the state where it was founded. Throughout its history, Allen-Edmonds has achieved success by continually evolving without ever losing sight of important traditions.

Flanked by towering neighbors several times its size, this icon of American history embodies the stubborn pride of the early rebels. One of the highlights of the Boston Freedom Trail, this building once served as the seat of the pre-revolutionary Colonial government and also as Boston's City Hall in the 1830s. Although the tiny red brick building survived the Revolutionary War, it almost didn't survive the 19th century, when it fell into disrepair. However, when the city of Chicago offered to buy it in 1880, members of the fledgling Bostonian Society were spurred to action and raised funds to save the building. The museum (restored to its 18th-century appearance) displays a permanent collection of colonial artifacts, as well as rotating exhibits on more recent events. Admission $5, students and seniors $4, children 6-18 $1. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Parking Rates: Day Rate: Monday-Friday Day Rates 1/2 Hour or Less - $7.00 1 Hour or Less - $14.00 1 1/2 Hour or Less - $21.00 2 Hours or Less - $28.00 2 Hours - 12 Hours - $33.00 Up to 24 Hours - $35.00 Nights and Weekends Enter after 5:00pm and exit by 3:00am Monday-Thursday Enter after 4:00pm Friday and exit by 3:00am Monday Up to 10 Hours - $10.00 10 - 24 Hours - $15.00 Monthly Rate: Daytime - 24/7 Access - $450.00 Overnight Access (3:30pm-9:30am) - $125.00

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ULTRA is an established national retailer of off-priced fine jewelry. Ultra believes in Making Luxury Affordable for all budgets and styles. Ultra's buyers travel the globe to direct source fine jewelry at the lowest possible prices and we then pass those savings on to our customers.

Copley Flair is a lot like a Hallmark, but with less cheesy cards and a more local feel to it. They have many souvenirs and gifts that are Boston-themed. They also have many cards for a plethora of different occasions. My favorite section is the large selection of co-worker cards that are not cheesy or inappropriate. Very convienient downtown location too.

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