On Sunday and Monday, workers were busy getting ready for the 40th anniversary of the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Esplanade on Thursday night.
Enhanced security measures will be in place for the concert and fireworks display, including a ban on backpacks.
David Meschisen, of Acton, waited for a tool to be delivered on Sunday, June 30 so that he could run cables as part of preparation for the 4th of July along the Charles River Esplanade in Boston.
On Sunday and Monday, workers were busy getting ready for the 40th anniversary of the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Esplanade on Thursday night.
Enhanced security measures will be in place for the concert and fireworks display, including a ban on backpacks.
David Meschisen, of Acton, waited for a tool to be delivered on Sunday, June 30 so that he could run cables as part of preparation for the 4th of July along the Charles River Esplanade in Boston.
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The concert is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m., followed by the fireworks, which are scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m.
Manhole covers were welded shut on Storrow Drive in front of the Hatch Shell on Monday.
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Visitors desiring access to “the oval” — the restricted area in front of the Hatch Shell — should plan to arrive early. The checkpoints will open at 9 a.m. Access to the checkpoint can best be accomplished by accessing the DCR Esplanade from Berkeley Street. Those who arrive early will receive wrist bands.
The fireworks barge was circled by a State Police boat as the show was assembled.
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Prohibited items include backpacks, firearms, sharp objects, fireworks, glass containers, cans, pre-mixed beverages, and coolers on wheels.
A man was seen inside the sound booth as he helped prepare for the show.
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Items allowed include pop-up tents, blankets or tarps, folding chairs, and small bags after inspection.
State Police held a security meeting in a tent along the river next to the Hatch Shell.
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The Massachusetts Avenue bridge, the Longfellow bridge, parts of Storrow Drive, and parts of Memorial Drive will be closed to traffic during the fireworks display and will be expected to reopen by the morning of July 5.
Security is high at the Esplanade in preparation for the Fourth of July celebrations. State Police in a boat in the Charles River inspected the fireworks barge on Monday.
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Shondez George, of Dorchester climbed the scaffolding before lifting a banner as he helped prepare for the 4th of July along the Charles River Esplanade.
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The Boston Pops concert will be held at the Hatch Shell. The performance will be led by Keith Lockhart, and guest performers include Susan Tedeschi, Ellis Hall, Howie Day, and Ayla Brown.
A view of the barge where the firework show is being assembled.
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Staging Supervisor Josh Hurley of Manchester, NH walked across the stage as he helped prepare for the 4th of July performance.
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State Police in a boat in the Charles River inspected the fireworks barge.
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Shondez George, of Dorchester, climbed the scaffolding to lift a banner beside co-worker Ezra Chamberlain.
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Members of security gathered to discuss logistics and planning for the celebration.
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Sam Heels and Ezra Chamberlain worked on scaffolding as they prepare for the big show on Thursday.
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