Boston's Urban Playground

Imagine a space designed to create new connections between old neighborhoods. A space that serves as a cultural epicenter that integrates major existing highway infrastructure with multi-model transit access, pedestrian connectivity and natural storm water systems. Imagine a space where people can enjoy amazing street art from local and international artists.

Imagine a space that not only celebrates creative thinkers but also fitness - Underground offers a pickleball court for use by the public. A space where one-of-a-kind activation’s inspire daily commuters, residents, and tourists alike.

Image it all at Underground at Ink Block.

Pickleball at Underground

In September of 2023, Underground added a pickleball court in the central area of the park which is free and open to the public. The court use is first come, first served. Bring your own paddles, ball(s) and water. Please limit time on court to 1 hour if others are waiting. Play at your own risk, and enjoy!

Underground Mural Project

The mural program at Underground began soon after the park opened in 2017. The first installation of nine murals set the tone for the park as a creative, energetic, cultural attraction and a place that welcomes everyone. The installation received local and national attention from local press, travel guides, street art enthusiasts, and event producers.

The second installation of ten murals in June of 2019 expanded the program with both local and international artists and engages the highway infrastructure in even more unique and surprising ways.

In 2020 the murals titled “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” and “No Weapon Formed Against Thee Shall Prosper” were added to the park, for a grand total of 21 murals, further adding to what Boston Magazine named as the Best Outdoor Museum.

The Underground Mural project is curated by Street Theory in partnership with National Development.