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Siege of Boston

Ensuing the Battle of Lexington and Concord, Patriot forces advanced on Boston, determined to overthrow the British occupation. Fortifying Dorchester Heights, George Washington positioned artillery to force the evacuation of British forces in the city.

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Tour | Sep 3, 2026
History at Sunset Walking Tour: Desegregation in the Cradle of Liberty
Charlestown, MA
Join a National Park Service Ranger as they share Boston’s diverse history through unique guided tours. Desegregation in the Cradle of Liberty August 20 & September 3 Boston earned its nickname as the...
Visitors stand in front of a Ranger leading a tour, Faneuil Hall is in the background
Tour | Sep 9 - Oct 11, 2026
The Freedom Trail: Enemies to this Country Guided Tour
Charlestown, MA
In 1774 Paul Revere and his neighbors in the North End were forced to make difficult and dangerous choices. As sides were drawn, both Patriots and Loyalists labeled the other "enemies to this country...
A park ranger pints out something on a historic 18th century gravestone
Tour | Sep 10, 2026
History at Sunset Walking Tour: Becoming American During the Siege of Boston
Charlestown, MA
Join a National Park Service Ranger as they share Boston’s diverse history through unique guided tours. Becoming American During the Siege of Boston July 16 & September 10 During a year under siege...
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Family-friendly | Sep 13, 2026
Hands-On History Days at Revolutionary Spaces
Charlestown, MA
Inspired by Children's Hours held at Old South Meeting House from the late 19th century through the early 20th century, join Revolutionary Spaces for a modern take on family fun at our historic sites...
Event graphic with two side-by-side images. One with a small portrait and another of the ship.
Tour | Sep 14, 2026
Vault to Vessel: Explore "Old Ironsides" with USS Constitution Museum
Charlestown, MA
An Exclusive Tour of the Museum’s Collection and USS Constitution. Join USS Constitution Museum Curatorial Staff for a special viewing of artifacts in the Museum’s Samuel Eliot Morison Memorial...
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Virtual Event | Sep 16, 2026
Virtual Talk with Old North Illuminated: "On Courage: How to Be a Dissident in an Age of Fear"
Charlestown, MA
Join Old North Illuminated on Zoom for a special event with Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist Julia Angwin and former White House senior policy advisor Ami Fields-Meyer, authors of the...

Uncovering History

We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse
yourself in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.

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Battlefields

Discover the historic fields, farms, and forests across The Liberty Trail where pivotal battles were fought and the foundations of our nation were forged.
Revolutionary War reenactment showing three riders on horses
Events

Discover all The Liberty Trail has to offer through local festivals, re-enactments and community events.
Kershaw House. Two stories of white siding levels with large porches on a brick foundation
Historic Sites

Journey through The Liberty Trail’s rich historical sites to uncover their pivotal roles in securing America’s independence.
Minute Man National Battlefield Park
Tours

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State Parks

Discover The Liberty Trail’s diverse parks and forests, where both Loyalists and Patriots once ventured.
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Outdoor Activities

Whether you hike, bike, boat, fish or golf, find all your favorite outdoor fun.