Events are funded in part through generous grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati, the Lowell Institute, Hub Town Tours, and the Revere Hotel.
The Tailor’s Craft
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAClothing historian Henry Cooke takes on the role of an early Boston tailor, perhaps one like Paul Revere’s brother, John Revere. Watch as he “takes the measure” of visitors, then sits cross-legged, fashioning waistcoats from luxurious fabrics and “slops” from coarse weaves. Find out how the 1774 closure of the Port of Boston affected residents’ […]
Mix and Mingle with Rachel Revere
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAChat with Paul’s wife, Rachel (portrayed by History At Play’s Judith Kalaora) as she roams throughout the site. You may come across her in the house, the garden, or relaxing in the courtyard if the weather is fine. Learn more about the dangerous missions her husband undertakes, the many children she is raising, and life […]
“Musik on the Harpsichord & Hammered Dulcimer”
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MATalented musician R. P. Hale plays 18th century tunes on instruments he has painstakingly reproduced from period originals. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Paul Revere’s time in this time travelling opportunity!
The Many Rides of Paul Revere
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MADid you know Paul Revere traveled far from home many times as a courier in the service of the Committee of Safety and the Sons of Liberty? In May of 1774 he traveled to New York & Philadelphia bearing news of the Intolerable Acts. Learn about the details of some of his other trips beyond […]