Boston Massacre Site

Historical landmark · Downtown

Boston Massacre Site

Historical landmark · Downtown

Corner of State and, Congress St, Boston, MA 02109

Highlights

Cobblestone circle marks site of 1770 Boston Massacre, Revolution precursor

Corner of State and, Congress St, Boston, MA 02109 Get directions

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History Tour: Revisiting the Revolutionary War

"Several were killed by British troops here on the streets of Boston. The incident started when British troops were surrounded by a mob of colonists protesting taxes outside the Old State House on March 5, 1770. Emotions sizzled until—possibly accidentally, but certainly tragically—the soldiers fired on the crowd, killing five men. Paul Revere, engraver and silversmith in addition to dedicated patriot, responded to this incident by creating an engraving of the scene, one of the most common images used to represent this sad day in Boston history. The circular cobblestone design outside the Old State House represents where the fallen patriots lay. Once a year, on the Saturday closest to March 5, reenactors recreate the events of this night. The Old State House is steps away and includes an excellent museum that is a great first stop for people exploring the revolutionary history of Boston." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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Ty Hall

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Pretty amazing historical site. Super busy during the 4th of July.

C Neon

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No detailed explanation necessary here. The only thing I would say is that 5 people were killed so probably more of a misfiring than a full on massacre. Regardless, it lid the fire for the revolution.

Johnny Greene

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In a history nerd and love all things and this was a must do for me. It’s was interesting to learn about.

Matthew Cerasia

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One of the stops on the freedom trail. If a fan of American history, this is definitely one that needs to be on your list.

Amanda Whitbeck

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The site was really cool even though it was a couple feet off of where it should have been. It makes sense that they didn't put the memorial right in the middle of the road though. Boston in general was super awesome to see all the history that was there and has happened.

Casey

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A historical location you'll visit as part of your Freedom Trail walk. Standing at the location where the Boston Massacre occurred is a profound experience. It's typically a bit busy, as it's located near main roads and walkways, with pedestrians coming and going, but it's quite easy to approach. There's no cost to see it, and the location doesn't require waiting in line or navigating barriers. The site of the Boston Massacre is marked by a large circle inset with the date, March 5, 1770, in front of the Old State House (original place of colonial governance). There's something tragic yet poetic about the juxtaposition of historical events when you stand there in person. It feels altogether *real*. There are occasional music performances in front of the Old State House as well, if you want to pause a moment and soak it in.

Gerry

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Wow,there is so so much history in Boston walk along there freedom trail to see everything

Randy Robinson

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This was probably my most favorite historical site in the entire city. I walked over from across the street and happened onto a tour group. The guide was friendly and entertaining, and also very knowledgeable and informative on the history of the site. I enjoyed it so much that I actually regret not getting a ticket inside to see the rest of the museum building inside. Definitely going to come back and get a ticket to look inside.