Revolutionary Spaces Presents:
A Cabinet of Curiosities
Open Through March 2027
Not every fascinating artifact fits perfectly into an exhibit, until now!
At Revolutionary Spaces, our Exhibits and Collections teams carefully curate displays that connect the past to the present. But what about the remarkable objects that don’t quite make the cut? Our new exhibit, Cabinet of Curiosities, gives these often-overlooked treasures a moment of their own.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Bostonian Society and the Old South Association filled rooms at the Old State House and Old South Meeting House with hundreds of intriguing artifacts, often displayed with little explanation of their significance or connection to one another. While these collections captured visitors’ imaginations, they left larger stories untold.
Inspired by this earlier tradition, our Cabinet of Curiosities brings together some of our favorite objects that don’t fit into our current exhibits. Explore these seemingly unrelated artifacts and discover the surprising stories and insights they reveal about the past.
On view daily at the Old State House through March 2027!
Accessibility at the Old State House
Please note that the Old State House is currently not accessible. There are six steps to enter the building and approximately 30 to 40 steps to access the Council Chamber on the second floor. Restrooms are located in the basement. If you have any questions, please contact info@revolutionaryspaces.org to learn more about reasonable accommodations that we can provide.