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Longfellow home preserves poet’s life
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.— A dark wooden armchair sits next to the fireplace. It’s almost 130 years old, but its source will live on forever, immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “The Village Blacksmith.” The poem begins, Under a spreading chestnut-tree The village smithy stands; The smith, a mighty man isRead More…
Minute Man Park brings history to life
CONCORD, Mass.— With eyes wide open and holding tight to their mother’s hand the two young boys listen intently to the man dressed in a British Regular uniform. The volunteer lets the children touch his knapsack and his clothing while he tells the story of Paul Revere’s famous ride, theRead More…
Salem is small town with big reputation
SALEM, Mass. — Nestled in the northeast sector of historic Massachusetts there is a small town with a big reputation. It may have a population of fewer than 40,000 people, but with the help of history books and blockbuster films, we have all been there. Tales of witches’ brew andRead More…
A historical climb visiting Bunker Hill
BOSTON — Past an iron gate and up several granite steps embedded into the grassy hillside sits the Bunker Hill Monument, towering over historic Charlestown as both a reminder and a celebration of the determination and courage of the American people. At the top of the steps, two giant pillarsRead More…
Navy Yard has history, activities for all
BOSTON— In the early hours of the morning, not long after the sun has risen over the Boston skyline, the Charlestown Navy Yard is quiet. A local resident jogs with his dog, while a couple enjoys sandwiches on one of the benches looking towards the USS Constitution and the USSRead More…
Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market offer fun
BOSTON — A short walk up the Freedom Trail will take you from The Old South Meeting House to the Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market area. This stop on the trail is sure to be a shopper’s delight. Faneuil Hall built in the 18th century is divided into an openRead More…
North End adds Italian flavor to trail
BOSTON — There is a place where American Revolutionary War history and Italian culture come together. It is a place where you can find some of the key sites that led to the American Revolution and, at the same time, find an ethnicity that made America its home, yet managedRead More…
Old North Church lights up history
BOSTON — The Old North Church became an emblem for the American Revolution more than 200 years when two lanterns were lit on April 18, 1775. Even without its connection to Paul Revere, the church is still filled with stories and objects that recount American history. Formally known as theRead More…
Old South Meeting House reflects history
BOSTON— This is a city that’s chock full of American history. It’s a city where history mixes with modern age, as many historic buildings along the Freedom Trail stand proudly in the midst of modern day buildings. One of the most famous historic buildings open to the public is theRead More…
Old State House ‘means everything’ to city
BOSTON — The Old State House sitting in the center of this old New England city represents the foundation of American history and the events that led up to its freedom from Britain. “The house means many things to the city of Boston,” according to Tiffany, the office manager atRead More…
Old Ironsides continues to educate
BOSTON — With 200 years of history stowed within its majestic hull, visiting the USS Constitution is an experience unlike any other. Permanently locked in the Charlestown Navy Yard, the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. A symbol of American pride and perseverance, a tourRead More…
Mall Kite Festival fills skies with family fun
WASHINGTON, D.C.— As his rainbow kite caught a gust of wind and flew triumphantly along side the Washington Monument, eight-year-old Matthew Bills jumped with delight on the lawn of the National Mall. “I finally got it to fly,” said Matthew, of Alexandria, Va. “Flying a kite is really fun.” JustRead More…