Harry Parker Boathouse
On September 10, 2008, Community Rowing, Inc. announced that it would name its new boathouse after Harry Parker. The boathouse is located in Brighton, MA. According to the press release,
Community Rowing, Inc. (CRI), the largest public rowing organization in the United States, announced today that it will name its new $15 million boathouse after Harry Parker, Harvard University's men's varsity rowing coach. Mr. Parker, who is a resident of Winchester, MA is a Trustee of Community Rowing and longstanding supporter of efforts to bring the sport to a broader and more diverse audience. The official boathouse dedication will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2008 at 5:00pm.
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