Polly Sumner doll will be displayed at Old South Meeting House as part of the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party.
Book Launch for Polly Sumner: Witness to the Boston Tea Party Read More »
While petitions played an important role in the abolitionist movement, the Gag Rules of the 19th century and free speech debates in the 20th century have only diminished their power further. How did our nation’s petitioning culture change so radically?
Abolitionist Petitioning and the Gag Rule Read More »
Members of our staff debate a fundamental question about the process of petitioning: Do petitions still have an important role to play in our democracy today?
The most famous incident of gun violence in American history is undoubtedly the Boston Massacre. But violence perpetrated by the state didn’t end with British rule; we are all too familiar with it in the 21st century.
The Boston Massacre and Modern Police Violence Read More »
Funding secured in the FY23 Omnibus for Historic Preservation and Rehabilitation at Old South Meeting House.
Revolutionary Spaces Receives $480,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending Read More »
Funding will help Revolutionary Spaces execute ambitious projects at the Old State House and Old South Meeting House.
Revolutionary Spaces to Receive $1 Million in State Funding Read More »
Commemorating the 225th anniversary of the transition of Massachusetts government from the Old State House to the current Bulfinch State House on Beacon Street.
Revolutionary Spaces Hosts Follow the Cod on January 11, 2023 Read More »
Despite its relative obscurity, the “Sacred Cod” that hangs in the Chamber of the House of Representatives in the Massachusetts State House has served a valuable purpose for legislators for over two hundred years.
The Massachusetts State House “Sacred Cod” Read More »
Old South Meeting House and Old State House to host an inclusive and contemporary slate of city-wide events exploring the power of place.
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