<h1 style="text-align: center;">Beverly, <em>Boston</em></h1>
<p>Settled in 1626, Beverly is a coastal community in Northeastern Massachusetts known for it&rsquo;s traditional small-town charm and charisma. Nicknamed &ldquo;The Garden City&rdquo;, Beverly has an array of beautiful parks, open spaces, and miles of picturesque coastlines, while being in close proximity to Salem, Boston and Portland. Over the past 50 years, the city has transformed from being a mostly industrial town to a welcoming, close-knit community focused on arts and wellness.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Beverly has one of the richest and diverse histories in the state. Originally a part of Salem, the city was incorporated separately and went on to be the location of the first Sunday school. In 1775, the first U.S. Military commissioned ship departed from Beverly Harbor, cementing Beverly&rsquo;s place in history as the birthplace of the United States Navy. Beverly was also home to the first cotton mill, deeming it as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.&nbsp;</p>
<p>While it was once the home of large companies such as the United Shoe Machine Corporation, Beverly is now consists of family friendly neighborhoods and suburbs. The city is home to Cabot Street Cinema Theatre, as well as the historic North Shore Music Theatre, which hosts Broadway shows and the largest operating regional theater in New England. The local colleges and universities include the private Endicott College and a campus of the public North Shore Community College.</p>
<p>The city is still home to some of the most influential families in America, and for families and professionals alike, Beverly is a great place to call home. In addition to the local culture and the art community, the town also benefits residents looking for an urban experience. Beverly is 7 miles north of Lynn; 18 miles north of Boston; 88 miles south of Portland, Maine; and 238 miles from New York City.</p>