Bunker Hill: Muskets, Men, and Liberty

A Park Ranger speaks about the Battle of Bunker Hill prior to a musket firing demonstration.

NPS Photo/Matt Teuten

Who fought in the Battle of Bunker Hill? Listen to a ranger dressed in period clothing discuss why three men from different backgrounds stepped onto the battlefield. They each had different ambitions, motivations, and concerns. The program concludes with a musket firing demonstration!

Programs are held outside the Bunker Hill Monument and last approximately 30 minutes.

For 2025, this program will run June 11 through September 1. Programs will be offered on Saturdays at 11:30am, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm.

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To learn more about the battle, visit the Battle of Bunker Hill page. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Details

Duration

30 Minutes

Activity

Living History

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Pets are allowed on-leash on the grounds around the Bunker Hill Monument.

NOTE: The loud noise from the demonstration may be uncomfortable for some pets.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Bunker Hill Monument

This program is held on the grass lawn next to the Bunker Hill Monument.

Reservations

No

Season

Summer

For 2025, this program will run June 11 through September 1. Programs will be offered on Saturdays at 11:30am, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm.

Time of Day

Day

For 2025, this program will run June 11 through September 1. Programs will be offered on Saturdays at 11:30am, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm.

Accessibility Information

There is a ramp available to use to get to the top of the hill where the program occurs. Since this program includes a musket firing demonstration it is very loud and could be uncomfortable for people with varied hearing abilities.