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Boston National Historical Park

InformationJun 30, 2026

Great Hall, Faneuil Hall Closures: July 2026

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InformationJun 30, 2026

High Heat Index Procedures

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View of the Colonial Town Meeting program from the desk

The Revolutionary Town Meeting program is one of the park's most popular.

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About

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.

Activities

FishingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingJunior Ranger ProgramMuseum Exhibits

Directions

Visitor Centers are located at Historic Faneuil Hall, 1 Faneuil Hall Sq, and the Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 5. The Bunker Hill Museum is located at 43 Monument Square, Charlestown. Go to the Directions page for more detailed information.

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Weather

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

News

Jun 11, 2026

National Parks of Boston and Partners Commemorate 251st Anniversary of Battle of Bunker Hill

From June 11-17, the National Parks of Boston and community partners will host a series of events commemorating the 251st Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill, the first major battle of the American Revolutionary War.

Feb 26, 2026

National Parks of Boston and Partners Commemorate 250th Anniversary of Evacuation Day

The National Parks of Boston will commemorate the 250th Anniversary of Evacuation Day with a series of events marking the historic departure of British forces from Boston in 1776 and the first major victory of the American Revolutionary War. The event runs March 5 through March 17.