Boston National Historical Park - National Park Directory

View of the Colonial Town Meeting program from the desk

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

Rare image of rainbow was captured over Faneuil Hall

Paul Revere House is a proud partner of Boston National Historical Park

Commandant's House is the oldest structure in the Charlestown Navy Yard.

View of the Navy Yard from the harbor showing the USS Constution, USS Cassin Young and Bunker Hill

More than 200 years of Navy history and tradition can be found in the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Photos: National Park Service

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.

Quick Facts

State Massachusetts

Designation National Historical Park

State Code MA

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

Location & Map

Boston National Historical Park is located in Massachusetts.

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Operating Hours

Only 25 people are allowed in the Monument at a time. Last climb is 30 minutes before closure. Be advised: The Monument may close for climbing due to weather conditions and/or other safety considerations.

Wednesday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Monday Closed

Thursday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Sunday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday Closed

Friday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Activities

Fishing Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Junior Ranger Program Museum Exhibits

Getting There

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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Contact & Address

Address Boston National Historical Park, Charlestown, MA, 02129

Phone 6172425601

Email bost_rangers@nps.gov

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Things To Do

Join a Historic Town Meeting at Faneuil Hall

Join National Parks of Boston Rangers as we recreate historic town meetings.

Visit Historic Faneuil Hall

Visit the Historic Cradle of Liberty's marketplace, Visitor Center, Great Hall, and Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company.

Visit Bunker Hill

Visit Bunker Hill to climb the Monument, explore the Museum, and learn about the history of the battle from a…

Bunker Hill: Muskets, Men, and Liberty

Listen to a ranger dressed in period clothing discuss why three men from different backgrounds fought in the battle. The…

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

Explore above and below the main deck of USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793), a Fletcher-class Destroyer that served in the…

The Clough House at Old North Church & Historic Site

Visit one of Boston's oldest surviving brick residences, the Clough House at Old North Church and Historic Site. The Clough…

Visitor Centers

Bunker Hill Museum

The park's main exhibits are at the Bunker Hill Museum. Located across the street from the Monument grounds, the exhibits are housed in the old…

Hours: Bunker Hill Museum provides exhibits and visitor services for people interested in learning about the battle and the monument.

Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center

Located in Building 5 of the Charlestown Navy Yard, this Visitor Center features exhibits and a short film about the work and workers of the…

Hours: Entrance to this Visitor Center is via a security checkpoint. Photo ID may be required for access. This is for added security for USS CONSTITUTION, an active navy ship.

Faneuil Hall Visitor Center

Located in the heart of downtown on the market floor of the historic 1742 building, the Faneuil Hall Visitor Center is the main visitor center…

Hours: Located in the heart of downtown on the market level of the historic 1742 building, the Faneuil Hall visitor center is open year-round.

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