Revolutionary Spaces

Connecting people to the history and continuing practice of democracy through the intertwined stories of @OSHBoston & @OSMHBoston. Established Jan. 2020

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This Veterans Day, Revolutionary Spaces wants to thank and honor all the veterans who have served our country.

As a token of our appreciation, we are offering free admission to all veterans and up to five additional guests on Veterans Day and the following day.

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Join us on November 15th from 10:30 AM–2:30 PM to celebrate the 282nd birthday of Abigail Adams

Kids 17 and under get FREE admission for the entire day!

Want to learn more about this event and upcoming Hands-On History days? Head to our website https://t.co/U6EZgnDKqV

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Today marks the anniversary of the Great Fire of 1872, the costliest fire in Boston's history.

In light of that, we wanted to reflect on how the fire impacted the Old South Meeting House.

Want to learn more? Get your tickets at our website https://t.co/AMDhz0gmwu

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Our newest exhibit is open now at the Old State House! Cabinet of Curiosities brings together quirky and unique collections objects that don't fit into our other current displays.

Check out more information and purchase tickets here: https://t.co/bRgv4rO9Dm

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November 22 is the birthday of Abigail Adams!

To celebrate, we're spotlighting her all month long at the Old State House. Come and learn about her influence on early America and her role as First Lady.

To learn more about visiting, check out https://t.co/mZyYrs6xQx

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Correction: The Old South Meeting House will be closed November 18-20 from 10am-3pm, apologies for any confusion

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Planning to visit us in November? Be sure to check out our website for hours!

The Old South Meeting House will be closed November 18–20 from 10am–5pm and November 22 from 10am–3pm.

Both the Old State House and the Old South Meeting House will also be closed on Thanksgiving Day.

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Thank you for attending our public program with Adams Presidential Center and GBH Forum Network! We were joined by Dr. Colleen Shogan and Dr. Kurt Graham for a discussion of the Adams family’s leadership, civic values, and impact on our democracy. https://t.co/qAWg57wxmM

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In honor of Veterans Day, Revolutionary Spaces is thrilled to offer FREE admission to veterans and up to five guests from November 10–12!

Tickets can be aquired on site.

For more information about planning your visit, check out our website: https://t.co/mZyYrs6xQx

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Tickets to the annual Boston Tea Party Reenactment are on sale now! Gather at the Old South Meeting House on Wednesday, December 16th for an evening of historical interpretation, and the moment that changed the course of history forever.

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Recently, Revolutionary Spaces President and CEO Nat Sheidley sat down with the folks at Newport Mansions to chat about our new show, Ruckus!, and the future of immersive technology in museums and cultural institutions.

Watch the full conversation at https://t.co/aIDKoO0JNi

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Revolutionary Spaces President and CEO Nat Sheidley was recently featured on CBS as part of their "It Happens Here" series! Learn more about the history and "hauntings" of the Lady Maritana, as well as other spooky happenings at the Old State House!

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Exhibit install, but make it aesthetic!

We figured fall was the perfect time to share these photos from the installation of our exhibit, Humble Petitioner, at the Old State House!

And who knows? Maybe we have something new brewing… You’ll have to follow along to find out!

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On October 31, visit five Freedom Trail sites between 10 AM and closing for some Halloween treats! Participation is free, just stop by and say the phrase!

Participating Museums: King’s Chapel, Old South Meeting House, Old State House, Paul Revere House, and Old North Church.

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One of our Visitor Experience Educators Monica was recently featured in the program, "The Great American Journey" on NBC!

Watch the full episode here:
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Thank you to the MBTA for featuring us as part of your latest round of collectable CharlieCards!

Of course the Old State House is more than just a subway station, it's also a museum!

Curious to learn more? Check out our website for more information https://t.co/QS8mdzsKbc

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Join us for Hands-On History on October 25th from 10:30 AM–2:30 PM to create historical costumes, enjoy some creepy coloring, and learn a little about Boston’s haunted history!

Children 17 and under get in FREE all day!

For more information, check out https://t.co/U6EZgnDKqV

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Save the date for the Boston Tea Party Reenactment! Join us on Thursday, December 16 at the Old South Meeting House. Tickets will go on sale November 2.

Priority Access and special pricing will be given to Revolutionary Spaces Members on October 26! https://t.co/SeFiIVx1OY

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Hear some spooky stories about the Old State House and a "haunted" object in our collection as told by Revolutionary Spaces President and CEO Nat Sheidley! Boston Globe Reporter Emily Sweeney recently stopped by to learn more. Check out the full video: https://t.co/DPpBo4bLnP

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In the second installment of our series on Black Congregants, Visitor Experience Supervisor Jim Bennett discusses the colonial justifications for slavery, particularly as they were understood at the Old South Meeting House.

Read it now at https://t.co/B7oK7w9Zub