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From Revolutionary War battlefields to iconic colonial landmarks, Massachusetts is one of the best places to experience the story of America’s founding. Whether you’re planning a patriotic road trip or a weekend getaway, these historic destinations bring the nation’s early history to life.
Explore the birthplace of the American Revolution in Boston along the famous Freedom Trail. This 2.5-mile route connects many of the city’s most important Revolutionary-era landmarks, including:
You can also relive the events that sparked the Revolution at Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
One of Boston’s most interactive historic attractions, the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum lets visitors step into the events that helped spark the American Revolution. Climb aboard replica 18th-century ships, explore immersive exhibits, and relive the night that changed American history.
Head to Lexington and Concord to explore Minute Man National Historical Park, where the first battles of the American Revolution took place.
Walk Battle Road Trail, visit the North Bridge, and stand where the “shot heard round the world” marked the beginning of America’s fight for independence.
Discover early American history in Plymouth at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, where visitors can experience recreated colonial villages and learn about 17th-century life.
Nearby, see Plymouth Rock, the symbolic landing place of the Pilgrims in 1620.
Known for the infamous witch trials of 1692, Salem also played an important role in early American maritime history.
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From Boston’s Revolutionary landmarks to the colonial history of Plymouth and Salem, Massachusetts offers countless ways to celebrate America 250. Whether you’re tracing the footsteps of patriots or exploring historic coastal towns, there’s no better place to experience the beginnings of the United States.
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