Boston National Historical Park preserves and interprets sites which played a critical role in the creation, definition, and defense of the American nation. Join us and discover the human story behind these special places. FANEUIL HALL"Cradle of Liberty" - Faneuil Hall Talks
Discover the importance of Faneuil Hall as a marketplace and meeting place from the eighteenth century to the present day. 15-20 minute talk in the historic Great Hall. Daily, every half hour from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, unless the Great Hall is in use for city sponsored events. For more information, call the Faneuil Hall Visitor Center at 617-242-5642. Offered year-round.
Tours of the Freedom Trail®: Meetings, Mobs & Martyrs When the British Parilament imposed taxes and unpopular policies on the American colonies, Bostonians gained a reputation for their varying methods of defiance. Free, 60 minutes. Daily, May 27 through October 26, 2019, 10 am.
Daily, July 4 through August 31, 2019, 10 am and 11 am. Tours of the Freedom Trail®: Enemies to this Country In 1774 Paul Revere and his neighbors in the North End were forced to make difficult and dangerous choices. As sides were drawn, both Patriots and Loyalists labeled the other "enemies to this country". Free, 60 minutes Daily May 27 through October 26, 2019, 2 pm.
Daily, July 4 through August 31, 2019, 2 pm and 3 pm. Revolutionary Town Meeting: Boston, 1769 Stand up! Speak out! Join Boston National Historical Park rangers in period clothing at a lively Town Meeting in the Great Hall at Faneuil Hall. Participate as one of a cast of characters, or simply watch matters get heated as we debate taxes and the presence of British soldiersin town! Free, 30 minutes. Saturdays and Sundays, June 29 through September 1, 2019, 1:00 pm.
BUNKER HILL MONUMENT"Decisive Day" - Bunker Hill Talks Two months after Lexington and Concord, a battle raged on the Charlestown Peninsula just outside Boston. Discover why this battle, a British victory and a colonial loss, was an important step in the colonists' fight to drive the British army out of Boston. 15-20 minute talk at the Bunker Hill Monument. Offered year-round. Daily, every hour on the hour from 10 am to 4:00 pm.
Muskets, Men & Liberty Discover why men from many different backgrounds—free and enslaved, British and Yankee—carried a musket into this battle that raged outside Boston in 1775. This program includes a musket firing demonstration. Free, 30 minutes. Fridays & Saturdays, June 28 through September 28, 2019, 11:30 am, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm.
Walk the Battlefield Go beyond the the Monument grounds and explore parts of today's Charlestown neighborhood that comprised the rest of the Bunker Hill battlefield. Sundays through Thursdays, June 23 through September 28, 2019, 11 am & 2 pm.
Charlestown Navy Yard1812 Marines Living History Encampment
In 1812 the U.S. Marines guarded the Charlestown Navy Yard on shore and fought on the decks of USS Constitution at sea. Come see them in action as they demonstrate camp life, unit drills, and musket firings. Every third Saturday from April through October, weather permitting. Musket firing times to be announced the day of each encampment.
USS Cassin Young Tours
Go up to the bridge and down to the bunks in this 45 minute tour of Cassin Young beyond the Main Deck! Space is limited. Free tickets available first come first served the day of aboard the ship. Visitors must be over 46" in height and able to climb steep ladders. May 19 - June 22, 2 pm
June 23 - September 28,11 am, 2 pm, & 3 pm September 29 - October 26, 2 pm, Daily October 26 - November 11, 2 pm, Saturdays and Sundays 2019 EVENING PROGRAMSBoston Navy Yard in the Second World War Civilian workers at the Boston Naval Shipyard built over 200 ships, including 14 Fletcher Class destroyers. Learn why their accomplishments were so important for laying the foundation for the Allied victory. This 60-minute walking tour begins at the large flagpole at the base of Pier 1 and concludes with a special visit aboard Cassin Young. June 28, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Boston Navy Yard in the Civil War
Discover how the Boston Navy Yard in Charlestown helped defeat the South during the Civil War. This 60-minute walking tour begins at the large flagpole at the base of Pier 1 and concludes with a special visit to the Commandant's House. July 5, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Rosie's Navy Yard
Over 8,000 women joined the workforce at the Boston Naval Shipyard to help win World War II. Join this free 60 minute walking tour to explore their stories. Tour begins at the large flagpole at the base of Pier 1 in the Charlestown Navy Yard. July 12 & August 9, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Evening Tour of USS Cassin Young
Explore the USS Cassin Young (DD-793) with a ranger and discover what life was like on a World War II/Cold War Destroyer. Please meet by the gangway entrance of the ship. This tour will be limited to 12 people. July 19, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Twilight at Bunker Hill Join a ranger and walk in the steps of the British soldiers as they advanced on the colonial stronghold during the battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775. Tour concludes with a special sunset climb to the top of the Monument. Free, walking tour begins at the large flagpole at the base of Pier 1, Charlestown Navy Yard.
July 26, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Paul Revere's Ride: Myths and Legends
Come and listen to what took place on Paul Revere's ride. We will discuss why the ride is well remembered and dispel the myths surrounding his ride. August 2, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Twilight at Bunker Hill
Join a ranger for a fun-filled Scavenger Hunt on the grounds of the Bunker Hill Monument and experience a little history at the same time! This one hour event includes two options for the Scavenger Hunt: Standard and Easy (child-friendly) and time to climb to the top of the Monument. Teams of up to six are welcome. All teams successfully completing the hunt will be entered into a drawing for a prize at the completion of the event.
August 16, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Historic Green Spaces of Charlestown Charlestown was settled by Europeans nearly 400 years ago, and contains many public parks that reflect its long history. Join a ranger to tour some of these spaces, and learn about their historical, as well as environmental significance. This 90-minute tour begins at the large flagpole in the Charlestown Navy Yard and will go through City Square Park, the Training Field, and conclude with a sunset climb of the Bunker Hill Monument. August 23 and September 6, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Swinging Summer Nights - Charlestown Navy Yard Concert Series Come enjoy local music and food on the lawn of the historic Commandant's House at the Navy Yard! Free Admission. Thursdays, June 27, July 4, 11, 18, 24, & August 1, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Last updated: September 29, 2019