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Charlestown Navy Yard Boston, MA 02129 United States +1 617 242 5644 |
Seeped in history, this park is a collage of sites very vital to American history. It comprises the Old State House, the Paul Revere House and the Old north Church. From downtown Boston to Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown, the trail continues to enthrall your adventurous spirit. Don't miss either the Charlestown Navy Yard (the premier naval shipyard) or the oldest warship USS Constitution, still anchored for your perusal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Revolutionary war battleground |
Monument Square (between Bartlett Street and High Street) Boston, MA 02129 United States +1 617 242 5601 (Navy Yard Visitor Center) / +1 617 242 5642 (Downtown Visitor Center) http://www.nps.gov/bost/Bunker... |
This monument commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill, where the famous command "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes" was issued. Local lore makes much of the battle's misnomer; the battle actually took place on Breed's Hill. To keep the guidebooks simple, Breed's Hill was renamed Bunker Hill, and the original Bunker Hill was flattened. Many visitors end their Freedom Trail tour here. The ambitious visitor may climb the 295 steps to the top. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sailing in Boston Harbor |
Pier 4 Charlestown Navy Yard Boston, MA 02129 United States +1 617 242 3821 http://www.courageoussailing.org/ john@courageoussailing.org |
Located in the Charlestown Navy Yard, this organization offers sailing instruction and youth outreach programs. Guided tours of the inner harbor and Harbor Islands are also available. A fleet of J22s and Rhodes 19s is available for your cruising or racing pleasure. Sail past the U.S.S. Constitution and other naval vessels in dock and enjoy views of Boston from a unique perspective. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Ironsides |
Pier 1 Charlestown Navy Yard Boston, MA 02129-1797 United States +1 617 242 7511/ Ship Flag Flying: +1 617 242 2029 / Special Events: +1 617 242 2543 http://www.ussconstitution.nav... constitution.pao@navy.mil |
Launched in 1797, "Old Ironsides" sailed her way into the history books by taking on the British fleet in the War of 1812. She fought in 40 naval battles, and never lost. The vessel received her unusual nickname after French cannonballs bounced off her sides during an 1815 military engagement. Still seaworthy, the ship is the oldest commissioned warship in the world. Free admission and tours, conducted by U.S. Navy personnel offer a look back in time. An adjacent museum features interactive exhibits. Visitors will undergo security checks before boarding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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