History & Landmarks
Boston is a city of firsts, steeped in history and teeming with stories. Learn about the people and events that shaped Boston, and the landmarks that surround you.
Bunker Hill Monument
The Bunker Hill Monument memorializes the famous Battle of Bunker Hill, one of the first major battles of the American Revolutionary War, which took place on June 17, 1775. The monument is a popular tourist attraction and one of Boston's most visible landmarks.
The Bunker Hill Monument memorializes the famous Battle of Bunker Hill, one of the first major battles of the American Revolutionary War, which took place on June 17, 1775. The monument is a popular tourist attraction and one of Boston's most visible landmarks.
The New England Holocaust Memorial
A distinctive and moving monument, the New England Holocaust Memorial in Boston was dedicated in October 1995 to encourage remembrance of and reflection on the great tragedy of the Holocaust (Shoah).
A distinctive and moving monument, the New England Holocaust Memorial in Boston was dedicated in October 1995 to encourage remembrance of and reflection on the great tragedy of the Holocaust (Shoah).
Boston History Walking Tours
If you are interested in exploring Boston's rich history and seeing some of the area's important historic sites, you may enjoy taking one or all of these Boston history walking tours.
If you are interested in exploring Boston's rich history and seeing some of the area's important historic sites, you may enjoy taking one or all of these Boston history walking tours.
Old Ironsides, the USS Constitution
The USS Constitution, also known as "Old Ironsides," is the world's oldest commissioned warship still afloat. The ship, owned and operated by the U.S. Navy, is more than 200 years old and is still completely seaworthy. It is berthed at the Charlestown Navy Yard, just across the Charles River from Boston.
The USS Constitution, also known as "Old Ironsides," is the world's oldest commissioned warship still afloat. The ship, owned and operated by the U.S. Navy, is more than 200 years old and is still completely seaworthy. It is berthed at the Charlestown Navy Yard, just across the Charles River from Boston.
Historic Photos of Boston Review
A brief review of "Historic Photos of Boston," a beautiful new collection of nearly 200 black and white photographs of Boston from the 1850s to the 1960s. Part of Turner Publishing’s popular "Historic Photos" coffee table book series, it documents the city’s growth, changes, and major moments across two centuries.
A brief review of "Historic Photos of Boston," a beautiful new collection of nearly 200 black and white photographs of Boston from the 1850s to the 1960s. Part of Turner Publishing’s popular "Historic Photos" coffee table book series, it documents the city’s growth, changes, and major moments across two centuries.
Patriots' Day
Patriots' Day is a public holiday celebrated on the third Monday in April, which commemorates the battles fought at Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775, which marked the start of the American Revolution.
Patriots' Day is a public holiday celebrated on the third Monday in April, which commemorates the battles fought at Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775, which marked the start of the American Revolution.
A History of Fenway Park
If there’s one thing you can say about Boston it’s that it’s a town that appreciates baseball. Bostonians’ love of the Red Sox is only rivaled by their hatred of the Yankees. And there is one place in the city that has captured the imagination and heart of Boston’s baseball fans for more than 90 years—Fenway Park.
If there’s one thing you can say about Boston it’s that it’s a town that appreciates baseball. Bostonians’ love of the Red Sox is only rivaled by their hatred of the Yankees. And there is one place in the city that has captured the imagination and heart of Boston’s baseball fans for more than 90 years—Fenway Park.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Boston's John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum serves two purposes: to educate the public about the life and work of JFK, and to house archival materials for the purposes of research and study. Explore the museum, learn about the exhibits and archives, and view photos.
Boston's John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum serves two purposes: to educate the public about the life and work of JFK, and to house archival materials for the purposes of research and study. Explore the museum, learn about the exhibits and archives, and view photos.
Museum of African American History, Boston
In 1638, just eight years after Boston’s founding, the first enslaved people of African descent arrived in the Massachusetts Bay Colony on the slave ship [i]Desire[/i]. So began the saga of African Americans in Massachusetts. From slavery to freedom and on a continuing quest for equality, their journey is chronicled at Boston’s Museum of African American History.
In 1638, just eight years after Boston’s founding, the first enslaved people of African descent arrived in the Massachusetts Bay Colony on the slave ship [i]Desire[/i]. So began the saga of African Americans in Massachusetts. From slavery to freedom and on a continuing quest for equality, their journey is chronicled at Boston’s Museum of African American History.
History Comes Alive at Plimoth Plantation
An entertaining and educational experience famous for its living history exhibits, Plimoth Plantation recreates the people and lifestyle of 17th-century Plymouth. It’s a chance for families and history buffs to see the days of the early settlers from both the Pilgrim and Wampanoag perspectives.
An entertaining and educational experience famous for its living history exhibits, Plimoth Plantation recreates the people and lifestyle of 17th-century Plymouth. It’s a chance for families and history buffs to see the days of the early settlers from both the Pilgrim and Wampanoag perspectives.
The Boston Christmas Tree
Every year Nova Scotia gives the City of Boston a giant Christmas tree. Find out what we did to deserve this generous gift, and how the Nova Scotians decide which one to send us.
Every year Nova Scotia gives the City of Boston a giant Christmas tree. Find out what we did to deserve this generous gift, and how the Nova Scotians decide which one to send us.
A Walking Tour of Boston's North End
Take a photo tour of Boston's North End neighborhood. Known as the Little Italy of Boston, the North End is full of charm and history.
Take a photo tour of Boston's North End neighborhood. Known as the Little Italy of Boston, the North End is full of charm and history.
Monuments, Memorials & Modern Art at Forest Hills Cemetery
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Boston's Forest Hills Cemetery is both a working cemetery and a popular spot for bicycling, dog walking, and other activities. Established in 1848, the 250-acre grounds contain more than just grave markers; sculptures, modern works of art, and an ornamental lake accent the landscape.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Boston's Forest Hills Cemetery is both a working cemetery and a popular spot for bicycling, dog walking, and other activities. Established in 1848, the 250-acre grounds contain more than just grave markers; sculptures, modern works of art, and an ornamental lake accent the landscape.