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.
A Visit with Paul Revere
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAMichael Lepage brings Boston’s favorite patriot vividly to life. Learn about the details of his Midnight Ride, his many children, and his work as a gold and silversmith. This event will take place at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30.
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. Watch as he “takes the measure” of visitors, then sits cross-legged, fashioning waistcoats from luxurious fabrics and “slops” from coarse weaves.
Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAIn the guise of itinerant musicians, Al Petty & Deirdre Sweeney perform popular 18th-century tunes such as “Mr. Isaac’s Maggot” and “Jack’s Health” on the penny whistle, flute, fife, & other instruments.
Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAWhat really happened on the night of April 18, 1775 and how did Paul Revere become part of our American mythology? Hear the real story from one of our experienced staff people during these drop-in talks.