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Through staff-written articles about the hidden gems of our collection and lesser-known stories of the city’s history, the Boston Reconsidered Blog invites readers to explore the extensive, complicated, and diverse history of Boston. Our blog posts bring our 18th century sites to researchers, students, and everyday historians in an accessible 21st century format.

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Blogs

Why did James Otis, Jr. Live in Andover, Massachusetts? Explore the Town Where the Famous Patriot Spent his Last Years

Learn about historic patriot James Otis, Jr's battle with mental health and about his final years living in Andover, Massachusetts.
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Historic Precision: Revitalizing the Old State House Council Chamber

Learn how historians, preservationists, and historical craftspeople restored a historic room in need of a face-lift in time for America 250.
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Bunker Hill in Four Objects

Explore the story of the Battle of Bunker Hill through four compelling objects from the Revolutionary Spaces collection.
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Close-up view of the restored and re-gilded Old State House eagle perched on its gilded orb above Boston's historic Old State House following the 2024 conservation project.

The Old State House’s Gilded Eagle

Exhibits Manager Lucy Pollock and Director of Facilities & Preservation Campbell Waterhouse discuss the gilded eagle that sits upon the Old State House.
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Historic aerial view of the upper floors and roof of Boston's Old State House surrounded by commercial buildings in downtown Boston.

“You Think This is a Massacre? Just Wait!”: The Anti-Busing Movement’s Use of Revolutionary Boston History

Director of Museum Operations & Experience Lou Rocco explores the anti-busing movement’s use of Revolutionary Boston history.
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People are seen protesting for racial balance in education, highlighting education equality outside a school committee building.

The Endless Endeavor: Black Bostonians and the Fight for Education Equality – Part II

Continue learning about the ways Black Bostonians have fought for equal education—an ongoing struggle that continues to shape Boston’s public schools today.
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