Journey Through Time: Boston's Rebellious History
Massacres, midnight rides and the road to freedom are only the beginning. Boston’s history is at the heart of America’s, and whether you’re a history scholar or simply fascinated by local lore, our insightful guides who will lead you on a personalized tour that brings history to life. Learn about the earliest settlers’ experiences through the Revolutionary War; explore the vestiges of Jewish, Irish and Italian immigrants who settled in and shaped Boston’s landscape, culture and culinary scene; gain a deeper understanding of how African Americans first came to Boston and contributed to the revolution and their emancipation; and learn how Nantucket’s whaling captains were once the wealthiest merchants in the world (even if they did believe in mermaids). As you gain perspective on the character and characters that built and shaped our great city (think Paul Revere, John Harvard, James Michael Curley, Isabelle Stewart Gardner, JFK and Melnea Cass), you’ll gain a deeper understanding why Bostonians are noted for their grit and intellect.