Last updated: July 21, 2023
Thing to Do
"The Destruction of the Tea" Town Meeting
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250 years ago, to protest a tax placed upon tea, Bostonians loosely disguised themselves and boarded three tea ships at Griffins Wharf. They worked throughout the night to dump over 300 chests of tea into the harbor. In response to the destruction of over 90,000 pounds of East India Company Property, Parliament passed the Coercive Acts, closing the Port of Boston until the tea was paid for.
Today we will be building off a meeting that took place in Faneuil Hall months after the event that became known as the Boston Tea Party. Inspired by words spoken in the Great Hall and around Boston, we will explore arguments about patriotism, destruction of private property, and the meaning of liberty.
Join us as we recreate this historic meeting through an interactive program with National Parks of Boston Rangers.
This program lasts approximately 30 minutes to 45 minutes in the Great Hall of Faneuil Hall. Available for grades 5-12.
From June 30 - September 4, 2023, this program will be held Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Details
Duration
30-45 Minutes
Activity
Living History
For this program, National Parks of Boston Rangers dress up in period clothing and explore arguments about patriotism, destruction of private property, and the meaning of liberty through the audience reading of historically-based quotes on character cards.
Age(s)
10 and Older
Pets Allowed
No
Service animals are allowed inside Faneuil Hall.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Great Hall of Faneuil Hall
This program is held in the Great Hall of Faneuil Hall during the summer.
Reservations
No
Reservations are not normally required to attend this program.
Season
Summer
This program is usually held during the summer season.
From June 30 - September 4, 2023, this program will be held Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Time of Day
Day
From June 30 - September 4, 2023, this program will be held Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Accessibility Information
Service animals are allowed inside Faneuil Hall.
The first floor of Faneuil Hall has an elevator to the second floor, where the Great Hall is located.