- Old State House - The tour begins at the Old State House, where you will meet a member of the Visitor Experience staff who will be taking you on the Massacre and Memory walking tour. From here, you’ll get an introduction from your guide explaining what you’ll learn about on the tour. Then, time to head out!
- Boston Massacre Site - Located right outside of the Old State House, this site sets the scene of the infamous incident now known as the Boston Massacre.
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace - Known as the Cradle of Liberty, Faneuil Hall has a long and complex history. It is where the memory of the Boston Massacre was originally created in 1770 and then reinterpreted in the 1850s by abolitionist and historian, William Cooper Nell.
- Old South Meeting House - After visiting several other historic Boston locationsâincluding Long Wharf, the site of Bostonâs 18th century court and jail, and the site of the Grayâs ropewalk brawlâend the tour at the Old South Meeting House, the largest indoor space in 18th century Boston. From a Puritan House of Worship, the location for Boston Massacre Orations, and the start of the Boston Tea Party, this building does not disappoint as the last stop of the tour!
- Admission to Old State House
- Admission to Old South Meeting House
On the 5th of March, 1770, an incident occurred between British troops and Boston residents near the Old State House, resulting in five fatalities and numerous injuries. This incident, referred to as the Boston Massacre, significantly impacted the history of Boston and the American colonies.
The Massacre and Memory Tour is an escorted foot journey that examines the context and progression of events that led to this lethal confrontation. Discover how both patriot and loyalist parts in the town strived to shape the story of the incident through competing reports distributed in the colonies and overseas. Understand how subsequent generations of Boston residents exploited the Massacre’s memory to fight against slavery and educate the American people about Crispus Attucks, one of the first casualties of the Massacre. Additionally, you’ll find out how, during the 1970s, Boston residents differently utilized the Massacre’s heritage while discussing how to tackle racial segregation in public schools.
- Entrance to the Old State House is NOT wheelchair accessible. Please contact Revolutionary Spaces to arrange accommodations.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
