Boston National Historical Park, Historical Park in Charlestown, Massachusetts
Historical Park

Boston National Historical Park

Charlestown · Massachusetts

Overview

About Boston National Historical Park.

Discover how one city could be the Cradle of Liberty, site of the first major battle of American Revolution, and home to many who espoused that freedom can be extended to all.

FishingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingJunior Ranger ProgramMuseum Exhibits

Weather

Temperatures range from warm, humid summer days to cold New England winter days. Wear comfortable sportswear in season, with comfortable walking shoes.

Key Facts

TypeHistorical Park
DesignationNational Historical Park

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Things to do

Discover Boston National Historical Park.

A golden retriever and a light-brown dog looking up at a ranger standing behind a table.

Become a Bark Ranger

5-15 Minutes

Bring your furry friend to the National Parks of Boston and take the B.A.R.K. Ranger pledge to become a Bark Ranger!

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A matte gold ranger bade that has a silhouette of a drummer soldier marching in the center.

Become a Junior Ranger at Boston African American National Historic Site

Become a Junior Ranger at Boston African American National Historic Site by learning about the sites along the Black Heritage Trail Trail® here in Boston.

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A boy and a girl lying on the grass working on junior ranger books.

Become a Junior Ranger at Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park

Become a Junior Ranger at Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park!

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An African American child holding up the "Liberty Junior Ranger Activity Book."

Become a Junior Ranger at Boston National Historical Park

Become a Junior Ranger at Boston National Historical Park by learning about the sites along the Freedom Trail® here in Boston.

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Group of people sitting and standing on grass listening to a Ranger speak outside a granite building

Bunker Hill: Decisive Day Talks

15-30 Minutes

Join Park staff or a volunteer outside of the Bunker Hill Lodge to learn about the Battle of Bunker Hill and its memory.

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Two Park rangers dressed in period clothing, one has a musket to her side and speaks to the audience

Bunker Hill: Muskets, Men, and Liberty

30 Minutes

Listen to a ranger dressed in period clothing discuss why three men from different backgrounds fought in the battle. The program concludes with a musket firing demonstration!

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A wall of an exhibit filled with images and text. A glass case of artifacts sits in front.

Bunker Hill: Uncover the Stories Behind the Battle and Monument at the Museum

30-60 Minutes

At the exhibits of the Bunker Hill Museum, visitors can explore more about the Battle of Bunker Hill, the construction of the Bunker Hill Monument, the memory of the battle, and the history of the Charlestown neighborhood.

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Exhibit display of map of Charlestown Navy Yard with "Serving the Navel Fleet" sign hanging behind.

Charlestown Navy Yard: Dive into The History of the Yard at the Visitor Center's Exhibits

Walk through the exhibits of the Navy Yard's Visitor Center to learn about the history of the Yard and the ingenuity of its workers.

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The mess of the USS CASSIN YOUNG which has white square tables with gray food trays on top.

Charlestown Navy Yard: Tour USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793)

45 Minutes

Explore above and below the main deck of USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793), a Fletcher-class Destroyer that served in the Second World War and throughout the 1950s.

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