Today in Boston

The National Parks of Boston are three unique parks all connected by stories of revolution. Join us to explore these stories and experience the meanings of revolution.

 

Plan Your Visit: Know Before You Go

Bronze bas-relief sculpture focused on the faces of four African American soldiers
Social Revolution

Boston African American

The African American community of 19th century Boston led the city and the nation in the fight against slavery and injustice.

A circular bronze plaque reading
Political Revolution

Boston

Boston's role in the American Revolution started a political revolution that continues well over 250 years later.

Children run from the sally-port of a stone fort with inscription overhead reading Fort Warren 1850
Environmental Revolution

Boston Harbor Islands

34 islands form a partnership that protect vital natural resources and preserve a cultural history that spans millennia.

 

National Parks of Boston Event Calendar

 

Last updated: June 8, 2022

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Boston National Historical Park
21 Second Ave

Charlestown, MA 02129

Phone:

617 242-5601

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