Events are funded in part through generous grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati, the Lowell Institute, and the Revere Hotel.
Hammered Dulcimer Concert
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAAward-winning musician Dave Neiman plays jigs, reels, and Baroque and Renaissance tunes that Paul Revere and his family may have enjoyed.
Basket Weaving Demonstration
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAMeg DiNunno makes her first solo appearance demonstrating basket-weaving at the Paul Revere House, after training with our beloved long-time weaver, Fred Lawson. Learn how baskets were made in the 18th century and try your own hand a bit of weaving!
John Adams: The Colossus of Independence
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAHear from John Adams himself as he discusses his earliest beginnings in Braintree through his days as delegate of the Continental Congress and foreign ambassador. Listen to his opinions of his contemporaries and how he longs to be home with his "dearest friend," Abigail, and their children. Mr. Adams' singular wit is appealing to children […]
Tinsmithing Demonstration
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAWho made the ubiquitous lanterns, sconces, and other tin wares of the 18th century? A tinker! Larry Leonard produces and sells examples of his craft while describing the techniques, tools, and materials used since the Reveres’ era.