American history like you've never seen it before! Walk through the doors of two of the nation’s most significant historic buildings—the Old State House and Old South Meeting House.
Constructed in 1713, the Old State House was the center of royal government in the Massachusetts Bay colony and the focal point for many of the Revolution’s most dramatic events. It was here that the Boston Massacre occurred in 1770.
Built in 1729, the Old South Meeting House was the largest building in colonial Boston and the site of the most stirring mass meetings that led to the American Revolution, including the gathering that led to the Boston Tea Party.
Today, these historic sites and museums—located just two blocks from each other in the heart of downtown Boston—provide exhibits, tours, educational offerings, gallery talks, and public programs. Enjoy both sites with one convenient joint ticket!
From 4/15/24-4/21/24, all children ages 12 and under receive FREE admission!
Posted By : Susanne M
Overall an educational and engaging group of exhibits. We found it disturbing to see the way the January 6 events were portrayed. At a time when our country is obviously divided on political lines, found it disturbing that the only color displayed would be the red of a Maga hat. I find it inflammatory for that presentation to be displayed in that way.
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 12:25:14 
Posted By : jerrys01
My wife and I really liked our tour of the old State House. We toured the exhibits and sat in on a talk about how the council listened to petitions. The council room was particularly interesting.
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 11:24:44
Posted By : Peterharris32
I’m was impressed that this historic building has been preserved so well. Our leaders must have understood the significant history that happened at this place.
While I was there, I decided to think about all disagreements and how they end up leading to bloodshed. Did the British soldier who fired the first shot in The Boston Massacre really have the authorization? Or, was he acting alone? Was the disagreement over colonial independence and British war debt repayment worthy of killing ourselves?
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Posted On : 2024-05-03 13:33:47
Posted By : RayGCincinnati_OH
This building was the center of Boston’s civic life in the 18th century and the scene of some of the most dramatic chapters in the lead-up to the American Revolution. Within these walls, Samuel Adams, John Hancock, and John Adams debated the future of the British colonies. The Declaration of Independence was read from the balcony in 1776. Right outside the back door is where the Boston Massacre took place. While going through the structure you can actually feel the presence of these icons of history.
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Posted On : 2024-04-10 15:54:44
Posted By : Wildra88it
If you’re in Boston for a history tour this is one you don’t want to miss and it’s cheap. Found it interesting that some of the things mirrored from tea party and other notable events around this building and currently being discussed today. This place certainly is a boost for the saying if you don’t learn from the past you’re bound to repeat it!
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Posted On : 2023-10-13 09:45:36
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