Historical Sites

Freedom Trail
The Freedom Trail is a 2.5 mile red-brick walking trail that leads you to 16 nationally significant historic sites.
USS Constitution
The only official site of Old Ironsides. Includes photo galleries, news releases, visitor information, Constitution and crew in the news
Plymouth Rock
The famous Plymouth Rock is located on the waterfront in downtown Plymouth, near where Mayflower II is anchored today.
Salem
A comprehensive guide to Salem with current information for residents and visitors.
Longfellow Historic Site
Longfellow National Historic Site preserves the home of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, one of the world’s foremost 19th century poets.
Lowell National Historical Park
in-depth look into the past that brought the 19th century textile industry to tap the waterpower of the Merrimack River
Basketball Hall of Fame
Entertaining and educational exhibits celebrating the game of basketball. Located in Springfield, Massachusetts.
USS Constitution
The only official site of Old Ironsides. Includes photo galleries, news releases, visitor information, Constitution and crew in the news.
Old North Church
The Old North Church is officially known as Christ Church in the City of Boston. It was built in 1723, and is the oldest standing church building in Boston
Other Historical Sites
A comprehensive directory of historical sites in Massachusetts.
Mass Historical Society
Major research library and manuscript repository with rare documents and artifacts, including the pen that Abraham Lincoln used to sign the Emancipation
Natl Register of Historic Places
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