Ferries have long been part of Boston's history, from having the first ferry in the United States in 1631 to the resurgence of water transit in 2024. Tune into this webinar to learn about the past, present, and future of ferry operations from our esteemed panel, which includes water transit experts, changemakers, and ferry operators as we explore how ferries and water transit can shape our region’s transportation and connect our coastal communities.

Panelists include:

• Kathy Abbott, President and CEO of Boston Harbor Now

• David Perry, Director of Ferry Operations of the MBTA

• Bob Lawler, Vice President and General Manager of Boston Harbor City Cruises

This webinar is brought to you in celebration of Water Transit Month, a month-long celebration every July dedicated to improving and expanding water transit options, with weekly photo contests, a dockside fair, and more. Learn more.