The Old State House Museum
Recognized as one of the most important buildings in Colonial America, this is where the conflict between royal Governors and the Massachusetts Legislative Assembly bubbled into fiery debate and outright defiance. The Old State House is the oldest surviving public building in Boston, built in 1713 to house the offices of the colonial government. The Boston Massacre occurred just outside, and it was from the balcony that the Declaration of Independence was first read to the people of Boston in 1776.
Go inside to discover this delightful museum of Boston history. Picture yourself as Sam Adams in the restored Council Chamber. Enjoy the elegance of the suspended spiral stairway. See real tea from the Boston Tea Party and a musket from the Boston Massacre. Look for an original Paul Revere engraving, John Hancock’s red velvet coat, and other treasures of Boston history.
- Hours:
- Daily, July–August: 9:00 am–6:00 pm January, 9:00 am–4:00 pm Remainder of the year, 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Closed:
- Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. All holidays are subject to change without notice
- Phone:
- 617-720-1713
- Address:
- 206 Washington Street, Boston
- Pricing:
- $1-5
- Web:
- www.bostonhistory.org
- Take the T:
- Orange or Blue Lines to State Street stop
