Mattapan - Boston,
Massachusetts
The Native American Mattahunt
Tribe once inhabited Mattapan in the early 1600's. Since then, a
diverse population of Irish, Jewish, and Haitian immigrants has
settled here in large numbers. Today Mattapan's population is
largely made up of African Americans and immigrants from the
Caribbean. A 21,000 square-foot Boston Public Branch Library is
being planned adjacent to the Mildred Avenue Middle School and
Community Center, making it a resource for the entire community.
Mayor Menino recently established the Mattapan Economic Development
Initiative, a collaboration of city agencies, residents,
non-profits, and businesses to encourage investment, create jobs,
and promote business development in the area.
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