History in Boston
Boston has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to historical sites and resources. From world-class libraries and museums to landmarks and buildings that date to the nation's founding, our History Department faculty have compiled a list of their favorite destinations in town.
Museums
Historical Museums
Historic Houses
Churches
Cemeteries
Libraries
Outdoor Places
Outside of Boston (but still easy to get to):
Salem
Plymouth
Lexington
- (site of the Battle of Lexington & Concord)
Concord
Quincy
- Adams National Park- John Adams and John Quincy Adams homes
Hingham
Global Boston
Based at Boston College, this digital project chronicles the history of immigration to greater Boston since the 19th century, featuring capsule histories, photographs, maps, documents, videos, oral histories and more.