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The Beginning
of Beachmont

There's no place like home. There's no place like Amaya. Beachmont Square's pioneer residence, Amaya promises inspired, connected living infused with a sense of adventure—setting the tone for the rest of the community to come.

a storied site
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the race
track opens

Built by 3,000 workers in just 62 days, the Suffolk Downs race track emerged as a premier thoroughbred horse racing facility with its one-mile dirt oval track and later additions.

It quickly gained recognition for showcasing some of the most famous names in thoroughbred racing, including Seabiscuit, Whirlaway, John Henry, Cigar and Skip Away.

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Suffolk Downs Hosts the Beatles

While historically known for horse racing, Suffolk Downs was also a concert venue. It has hosted a number of historic shows, most notably The Beatles in 1966. Other shows throughout the years included The Jackson 5, Radiohead, and Elvis Costello.

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redevelopment
plans

HYM and its investors purchased Suffolk Downs after decades of financial challenges and declining interest in horse racing. The redevelopment aimed to transform Suffolk Downs into a vibrant and modern multi-use hub while paying respects to its rich and historic legacy.

a storied site
1 9 3 5
the race
track opens

Built by 3,000 workers in just 62 days, the Suffolk Downs race track emerged as a premier thoroughbred horse racing facility with its one-mile dirt oval track and later additions.

It quickly gained recognition for showcasing some of the most famous names in thoroughbred racing, including Seabiscuit, Whirlaway, John Henry, Cigar and Skip Away.

watch documentry
1 9 6 6
Suffolk Downs Hosts the Beatles

While historically known for horse racing, Suffolk Downs was also a concert venue. It has hosted a number of historic shows, most notably The Beatles in 1966. Other shows throughout the years included The Jackson 5, Radiohead, and Elvis Costello.

2 0 1 7
redevelopment
plans

HYM and its investors purchased Suffolk Downs after decades of financial challenges and declining interest in horse racing. The redevelopment aimed to transform Suffolk Downs into a vibrant and modern multi-use hub while paying respects to its rich and historic legacy.

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A Fun-Filled Future

Suffolk Downs is on the come up—and between the rockin' concert stage and joy-filled community events, it's already buzzing with excitement. But just wait, because 40 acres of added open space and retail are on the horizon, further transforming these historic grounds into a thriving new neighborhood where community lies at the heart of it all.

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