Boston National Park Service - Bunker Hill Monument
Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes! This legendary order has come to symbolize the conviction and determination of the ill-equipped American colonists facing powerful British forces during the famous battle fought on this site on June 17, 1775. The battle is popularly known as "The Battle of Bunker Hill" although most of the fighting actually took place on Breed's Hill, the site of the existing monument and exhibit lodge. Today, a 221-foot granite obelisk marks the site of the first major battle of the American Revolution.
The battle is popularly known as "The Battle of Bunker Hill" although most of the fighting actually took place on Breed's Hill, the site of the existing monument and exhibit lodge. Today, a 221-foot granite obelisk marks the site of the first major battle of the American Revolution.
Hours: Visitor lodge and exhibits open daily, 9am - 5pm, except on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. The monument is open to climb from 9 to 4:30 p.m. daily. For more information please call (617)242-5641. Admission: Free
Boston National Park - Freedom Trail
15 State Street
Boston, MA
Phone: 617-242-5642
Map: Click Here
Url: http://www.nps.gov/bost/bost_lographics/ftrail.htm
Most of the Boston National Historical Park sites are connected by the FREEDOM TRAIL. Recognized as a National Recreation Trail, the 3-mile trail is a walking tour of 16 sites and structures of historic importance in downtown Boston and Charlestown. Ninety-minute tours begin at the Visitor Center at 15 State Street and cover the heart of the Freedom Trail from the Old South Meeting House to the Old North Church.
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