Old South Meeting House

Along the Freedom Trail is the Old South Meeting House, which is the building where meetings took place to plan out the Boston Tea Party.  This building throughout its history has served as a meeting place for various topics that were considered revolutionary at the time, from fighting the British to declaring an end to slavery.  This is the type of place where Free Speech in America really took root.

When in the building, you'll be able to learn about the various types of causes which started in this very building as well as see some related artifacts.

Boston's Old State House

Right in the center of downtown Boston is the Old State House, which was the center of Boston life in the 1700s.  Lots of important moments in American history took place here, from the proclamation of the Declaration of Independence to the Boston Massacre.

Today, this building is across the street from the main Boston Historical Park Visitor's Center, where park rangers can help you plan your day in the city.  Inside, the Old State House has been converted to a museum giving visitors a complete history of the building in addition to many important facts about Boston and the role it played in the beginnings of the United States.  Various artifacts are also on display from the Revolutionary War days including Tea from the famous Boston Tea Party.

Whether or not you're a history buff, this is definitely a building all visitors to Boston should spend at least a little time in.