Still an active Episcopalian church, Old North Church is possibly the oldest religious structure in Boston, dating back to 1723. It occupies a special place in American history. On a fateful night in 1775, Paul Revere watched for the signal, “one if by land and two if by sea.” After the church sexton hung two lanterns from the steeple, he began his famous midnight ride to wake and warn the countryside of the British troops' arrival. Every April, members of the colonial militia begin a lantern service commemorating this historic event. For a blessed time, visit with your family and friends.
Showing light to several ships in the harbor and Massachusetts Bay, The Graves Light has been shining bright for over 100 years. Rising high amidst the craggy cliffs enclosing the island, it stands proud at nearly 113 feet (34 meters) in the northeastern portion far off the Boston Harbor. A striking grey structure constructed with granite, this enduring beacon has weathered the relentless onslaught of tumultuous waves. Also, acknowledged in the Register of National Historic Places in 1987, this venerable structure is worth visiting for being deeply atmospheric and historic.
Boston Harbor is a natural harbor of the Massachusetts Bay. In 1614, Captain John Smith discovered the harbor and it quickly became an important American port, becoming the import point of most goods from England to the New World. Due to its importance to trade between the two continents the harbor was chosen as the location for the infamous Boston Tea Party in 1773, one of the key events leading directly to the American Revolutionary War. Its shores are dotted with a system of shining beacons, with the lighthouses of Boston, Lovells Island Range, Nixes Mate, Spectacle Island Range Light being some of the harbor's finest.
Originally called the Charlestown Navy Yard, located in Boston, it is one of the oldest shipbuilding facilities in the United States Navy. Established in 1801, it stopped being on active service in 1974 and was transferred to the Boston National Historic Park. It houses a World War II era destroyer serving as museum ship. It currently also is in service to support the USS Constitution. The shipyard serves to provide interpretation to the art and history of naval shipbuilding.
Established in 1891 the Harvard Avenue Fire Station is a historic fire station located on the Harvard Avenue in Brighton neighborhood of the city. Built on the site of an even older fire station, it was designed by Harrison H. Atwood. Now home to many offices and businesses, the building was added to the US National Register of Historic Places in 1983.
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