Gallops Island is silent now, but traces of the tragedy that once cloaked this former quarantine station in Boston Harbor are resurfacing from its eroding soil. Skip to main content.

Long Island Training Gallops. Share full article. April 12, 1906. Credit... The New York Times Archives. See the article in its original context from April 12, 1906, Page 7 Buy Reprints.

The island is closed to the public, but the state plans to restore and reopen Gallops in the future. The coffins found there were simple, just six boards held together by wooden screws and nails.

Members of Friends of Boston Harbor Islands share their favorites among the 34 islands: "Gallops Island. In 1978 during my first season exploring the islands, I immediately connected with Gallops.… ...

Authorities are conducting a water rescue in Boston on Saturday morning. Boston Police say a boat hit a marker in the area of Gallops Island. There is one person injured and being brought to shore ...