Whether bringing students to the park or the park to the classroom, resources are available to help prepare and engage learners in the stories and places of Boston National Historical Park. Curated materials include articles, videos, and activities that engage students and help educators use the uniqueness of place to inspire learning. The Park offers a growing collection of materials to help prepare teachers and students alike for a place-based or remote learning experience. Visit our At Home Activities Page for printable classroom activities and our Find Your Park Anywhere hands-on lesson plans for engaging youth. Explore the Park:Videos
Interactive MapsThe Atlantic Empire of Peter Faneuil
Peter Faneuil, namesake of Faneuil Hall, amassed an empire that spanned the Atlantic: an empire of goods, wealth, and enslavement. Interactive Map: The Siege of Boston
Explore the extent of the Siege of Boston of 1775-1776 with this interactive map depicting fortifications and troop locations. Patriots of Color Enlistment Map
Explore the stories of patriots of color in this interactive map. (Image Credit: BPL) Mapping Women's Suffrage in Boston
Explore the stories of the Boston Suffrage Movement with an interactive map. (Photo credit: Norman B. Leventhal Map Center, BPL) Activities |
Last updated: July 19, 2023