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- Birgitta-KennethSolna, Sweden1,562 contributionsIt is interesting but it is also really well done as an experience in a different way with new ways to interact and present the story. You wont regret doing this I assure youWritten 18 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Roddy PJohannesburg, South Africa938 contributionsIn this world of reaction and slogans it was very grounding spending time understanding the legacy of this great American. It’s a beautiful building in a wonderful setting and the museum is magnificent and thoughtful. I really enjoyed the film on the Cuban Missile Crisis as well as the footage of his debate with Nixon. This is an absolute must.Written 9 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- beth ann kHalstead, KS1,843 contributionsNicely done museum that has a donation only entrance fee. The short movies were quite interesting also. It's an easy walk from the hop on and off stopWritten 23 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PBPGYorkshire, UK8,446 contributionsOld State House seems to be a metro station now. Great looking building, though somewhat marred by the constant roar of traffic on the outside. The area need pedestrianizing. Interesting building though.Written 27 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PBPGYorkshire, UK8,446 contributionsTo be honest this appears to be more of a replica rather than a genuine historical artifact. Recreated to capture the tourist dollar. The story is interesting though.Written 27 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,790 contributionsOne of the oldest colonial buildings in town. Lots of history here. Located in the middle of the skyscrapers downtown. Very much on the Freedom Trail, so there were lots of tour groups and tourists all around. A pleasant square out front.Written 10 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- bostonfamily2013Boston, MA43 contributionsTake a trip back in time to see 3-story steam engines all preserved perfectly inside a Richardson-style building. I'd highly recommend this museum to anybody interested in Boston history, mechanical engineering or real-life steampunk.
There's parking right on site, and you can spend 1-2 hours enjoying this unique museum.
Thanks to Eleanor our tour guide!Written 23 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ed PNew York City, NY63 contributionsThis is a must-see for history buffs, offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Nichols family, especially Rose Nichols (a nice of Augustus St Gaudens)Written 30 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Gary WWarrington, UK9 contributionsGreat visit, Candace was very welcoming, informative and Knowledgeable. Well worth a visit !! If you want to learn some colonial history or you are a little women fan would definitely recommend visitingWritten 24 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brendan SArlington, VA2,152 contributionsThis museum is located across the street from the Bunker Hill Monument. It is small, but is free and has exhibits on two floors. The first floor is devoted to the history of Charlestown and the Monument itself. The second is about the battle. It includes context and an old but informative light up diorama showing troop movements. This is helpful because the battlefield has been developed and the topography has changed since 1775, so it would otherwise have been hard to understand what had happened and where. There are some cool artifacts here like a drum from the battlefield.Written 5 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christy Pleasan... CMount Pleasant, SC270 contributionsWe visited on a cold March afternoon and were greeted by Charles Fazio, who was a host and curator who showed us many historic items. My husband’s ancestors were members and this felt very personal. We came from Charleston South Carolina for this very special trip. So glad we got to go!Written 6 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lee LValhalla, NY2,189 contributionsI visited this small museum after going to the JFK Library which is across the street. A nice collection of exhibits telling about the founding of the Commonwealth, it's more geared towards a younger audience.
The highlight of the museum is the room where they have the bronze plate that Paul Revere made of the Boston Massacre, Charter of Massachusetts, Charter of the Bay Colony, Copy of the Declaration of Independence made on the 50th anniversary, Bill of Rights and the Massachusetts Constitution.
It is worth a visit if in the area, admission is free.Written 18 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SunnyandBusterSeattle, WA774 contributionsThe space is smaller than I expected and while the current show was interesting I would have loved to see more old maps. The maps on display were around a theme, interesting for sure and well thought out. I was hoping for more but am still glad we stopped byWritten 11 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jyoung3381Clifton Park, NY180 contributionsA beautiful old building with hidden treasures. Documents dating back hundreds of years and library of many old original books from Pre colonial period. Original paintings too. It’s free and worth the time.Written 9 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Beth YClinton Township, MI31 contributionsWe enjoyed this tour. Our tour guide, Versatile, kept our attention and was very well informed about Harriet and her writing. This tour isn't very long, maybe 45 minutes and is less about the house and more about circumstances surrounding slavery.Written 15 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
