Revolutionary Spaces

Our knowledgeable Visitor Experience staff is here to help you uncover the stories, debates, and ideas that sparked a revolution. Gallery talks take place throughout the day and are complimentary with museum admission. Plan your next visit now! ow.ly/cA4X50WmBry

Looking for some summer reading? Stop by one of Revolutionary Spaces' museum stores to pick up a new book today! Our collection of bestsellers, new releases, and exciting titles from off the beaten path has something for every history lover. ow.ly/9eOu50Wmy3A

Historic charm meets urban hustle at the Old State House, Boston's timeless treasure. 🏛️ #HistoricBoston #OldStateHouse #ArchitectureLovers #BostonHistory #CityLandmarks #ColonialStyle #UrbanExploration #TravelInspiration #CultureTrip #AmericanHistory

Attend our next Sensory-Friendly Morning on 7/25! Enjoy capped attendance, exclusive access to our exhibits, and hands-on activities tailored to sensory needs. Admission is FREE for youth under 18 and members. Reserve your spot now: ow.ly/bhGP50Wmuhh

Family Hours are back and the theme is PIRATES! Set sail with us at the Old South Meeting House on 7/12 from 10am-3pm as we uncover the real stories behind the pirates of the 17th & 18th centuries. Admission is FREE for kids ages 12 and under all day long! ow.ly/qXFG50Wmt4Z

Happy Independence Day! As we look ahead to the 250th anniversary in 2026, help us bring this powerful moment to life by supporting Revolutionary Spaces today. Your gift keeps history alive and our doors open. Make your mark this 4th of July! ow.ly/jPGw50WkwjB

Check out the handcrafted colonial-style foot bench in the Council Chamber made by a North Bennet Street School alum—here just in time to help honored guests safely access the Old State House balcony on July 4th. Learn more about how we preserve history: revolutionaryspaces.org/discover/

Did you know that from 1910-1975 Boston high school students dressed up and read the Declaration of Independence from the balcony of the Old State House? In honor of Independence Day, we're spotlighting this bygone tradition all month long! Learn more: ow.ly/8Sei50WgtVl

Honored to be included in @GBH's recent article about how Boston is pushing back against pressure to erase DEI in the telling our nation's history. Read here: ow.ly/Wy4t50WgP7M

"The Old South Meeting House not only offers majestic architecture but also a direct connection to pivotal events like the Boston Tea Party. Ideal for those seeking to understand the impact of civic resistance on American history." Come see for yourself! ow.ly/58OR50WgtSK

This portrait of Daniel Simpson, our June Object of the Month, shows the same drum used by John Robbins at the Battle of Bunker Hill that we featured as our April #OOTM! Want to learn more about unique objects like this? Visit: revolutionaryspaces.org/discover/objec…

There's only 10 days left to explore our Monthly Spotlight for June: The Liberty Affair! Stop by Old South Meeting House to learn more about this dramatic act of colonial resistance and to reenact this moment by making and destroying your own paper boat. revolutionaryspaces.org/explore/monthl…

Today marks 250 years since the Battle of Bunker Hill. To mark the anniversary, read "Bunker Hill in Four Objects," a special edition of our Boston Reconsidered Blog that sheds light on the people, politics, and power struggles behind this pivotal moment. ow.ly/qC7e50WaTWr

Join us for Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House starting 6/27 from 9–10AM. A new way to explore Boston’s revolutionary history in a calm, welcoming setting. Tickets are free for kids 18 and under but space is limited so reserve your spot now! revolutionaryspaces.org/visit/sensory-…

Explore Boston’s hidden revolutionary stories. Our Slavery & Resistance in Colonial Massachusetts tour uncovers the voices of Phillis Wheatley, Belinda Sutton, and more. Free with two-site museum admission, this tour takes place daily at 2pm through 6/15. revolutionaryspaces.org/visit/tours/sl…

Cycloramas were massive panoramic paintings that put viewers right in the middle of the action. This mural, once located in Boston’s South End, helped bring the Battle of Bunker Hill to life. Learn more about this fascinating piece in our collection: ow.ly/cW2h50W0hlF

Continuing our Monthly Spotlight Series, we celebrate Mary Hemenway. Visit Old South Meeting House all month long to explore her vital role in preserving Boston’s revolutionary past. Here she is pictured with her twin grandsons. Learn more: ow.ly/VKBS50VNmEG

Earlier this year, we hosted a debate at Old South Meeting House that brought Gen Z changemakers face-to-face with former members of Congress, local leaders, and a fired-up audience to ask: Should the voting age be lowered? Watch here: ow.ly/isi450VNa8R

Step into the heart of Downtown Boston to discover the heroic figures and epic stories of America's independence. Take Ajay's advice and plan to stay awhile—there’s a lot to explore! Add our museums and historic sites to your weekend itinerary. ow.ly/2XKV50VNmMj

Adopt an artifact and save a piece of history! This china platter once owned by Major-General John Stark is cracked down the center and needs expert repair. With your help, we can bring it—and many other priceless objects—back to life. Learn more: ow.ly/IL9e50VNmWI