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One of stops on the Freedom Trail is that of the oldest house standing in downtown Boston. This 2 1/2-story wood structure was the home of Paul Revere when he set out for Lexington on April 18, 1775 to announce the British route. Revere had 16 children, eight with each of his two wives, and he supported the family with a thriving silversmith's trade. Revere owned it from 1770 until 1800, although he lived there for only 10 years, and rented it out from 1780 to 1800. It was then put to a number of uses before being was saved from demolition in 1902 and restored to an approximation of its original 17th-century appearance. The clapboard sheathing is a replacement, but 90% of the framework is original. It is furnished with 17th- and 18th-century furnishings and artifacts, including famous Revere silver. The tour is self-guided, with staff members around in case you have questions, allowing you to soak in whatever is of interest. Leave a Comment Address: 19 North SqDirections: OPEN: Jan.-Mar., Tues.-Sun. 9:30-4:15; Nov. and Dec., and 1st 2 wks of Apr., daily 9:30-4:15; mid-Apr.-Oct., daily 9:30-5:15. T stop: Haymarket, Aquarium, Government Center.Website: www.paulreverehouse.org.
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| | | | Freedom Trail: Freedom Trail - Third Stop - | Tip Rating: | | | | |
Park Street Church This church was founded in 1809 in the midst of an exciting chapter in the nation's history. Ten people, including author Oliver Wendell Holmes, gathered in the mansion of William Thurston on Beacon Hill on February 27th, 1809, to discuss the organization of a church in this area. By mid-March, the committee had located a site at the corner of Park and Tremont Streets, and Park Street Church was founded. "America" (My Country 'Tis of Thee), by Samuel Francis Smith, was first sung at the Park Street Church on July 4th, 1831. The church was also where William Lloyd Garrison delivered his first major public address against slavery in 1829. Freedom Trail Walking Info : To go to the Granary Burying Ground, follow The Trail along Tremont Street. Leave a Comment Directions: Park Street Church Corner of Park and Tremont Streets 617-523-3383 Jun. 17 - end of Aug., Tue. - Sat. 9:30 - 3:30 Summer worship services - Sundays 10:45am and 5:30pm Winter worship services - Sundays 8:30am, 11:00am, 4:00pm, and 6:00pmWebsite: www.parkstreet.org
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The Freedom Trail is a no-brainer for anyone visiting Boston. Even if you're not into history, walking the Trail is a great introduction to the city of Boston. And if you are a history buff, like I am, it doesn't get much better than this. It's everything you learned in grammer school brought to life: Paul Revere, "One if by land...", the Boston Tea Party, "...the whites of their eyes". Mixed in with the skyscrapers of modern life is a peek into the very birth of America. The Trail is easy to follow...it is either a red line or red bricks that wander the streets of Boston. I broke it into chunks, over 3 days, instead of trying to do the whole thing in one day. However you decide to do it, front ways, backwards, sideways, use that red line as just a general guideline. Be sure and branch off on a side street that catches your eye. In Boston, there's history around every corner, not just along the red line. Website: http://www.thefreedomtrail.org/tour.htm#travel
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| | | | Freedom Trail: Freedom Trail - Part 2 | Tip Rating: | | | | |
Continuing on the trail after the Faneuil Hall stop... * Unofficial stop - Boston's Holocaust Memorial * Unofficial stop - grab a beer at one of the many bars in the Faneuil Hall area -- may favorites are Ames Plow Company, Black Rose, the Tap, Bell in Hand and the Point * Unofficial stop - Green Dragon bar Marshall Street -- Boston's oldest tavern, and according to legend, where the Boston Tea Party was planned * Unofficial stop - Blackstone Street is home to the Saturday market where you can find fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables * Unofficial stop - on you way to Paul Revere's house in the North End, you will pass over the site of the Big Dig (the $11 billion dollar mistake) and the entrance to the Sumner and Callahan Tunnels leading to the airport * Another Unofficial stop - This area of the North End has some of the best Italian restaurants you will find outside of Italy! My favorites have always been Ristorante Villa Francesca, Pagliuca's, and Pomodoro. Mike's Pastries is a great stop for the sweet tooth, and there are several good cafes 12. Paul Revere's House -- Boston's oldest residence. Across the street is Rachel Revere Playground * Unofficial stop -- St. Stephen's Church (where Rose Kennedy was baptised) and the Paul Revere Mall 13. Old North Church - Does "One if by land, two if by sea" ring any bells? 14. Copp's Hill Burying Ground - It's a very old cemetery... no famous people buried here 15. USS Constitution - Famed "Old Ironsides". Arrive at sunset to see them fire the cannons prior to bringing down the flags * Unofficial stop - Shipyard park near the Constitution has one of the best Korean War Memorials I have ever visited (except the one in Seoul!). Hear recorded stories of the war direct from Korean War veterans 16. Bunker Hill Monument - At the top of the hill in Charlestown. Leave a Comment
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