Brahmins of Boston Walking tour

General information

Destination	Category
Boston, United States	Sightseeing Tours

Program details

Be enlightened on the world of the Puritan settlers of Boston and discover how they set the trend for political and social change on our three hour ‘Brahmins of Boston Walking tour’


HIGHLIGHTS:


*See the grand Boston Atheneum

*Take a break from the city hustle and bustle in Boston Common

*Become a Boston history buff by the end of the tour!


The ‘brahmins’ of Boston lived through several decades of economic and social upheaval leading up to the Civil War, and with this walking seminar we’ll delve into their world and discover how they redefined the city and set the tone for the rest of America during this period.



We´ll begin our education at one of the oldest churches in Boston, Old South Meeting House where the Boston Tea Party was planned, where we’ll introduce you to the social and political developments at the turn of the 19th century. Take a look at the Irish Famine memorial here and continue with a visit to the Boston Atheneum, the city’s most prestigious membership library. Our walk will take us into the heart of Beacon Hill to visit main landmarks such as the Boston Common and State House while discussing architecture and town planning. We'll stop by the African Meeting House and Shaw Memorial to discuss the key role that Abolitionism played in Boston as well as taking a closer look at Jewish history. We'll wind up in the Boston Common, the central landscape of Boston and a perfect location to conclude our discussion on this city, its inhabitants, and their crucial role in American history.




Meeting/pick-up point: Bruegger’s Bagel Bakery at 7 School Street, located at the corner of School and Washington Streets.

Duration: Three hours approx.

Start/opening time: At 9.30am.

End/closing time: At 12.30pm approx.

Languages: English.

Others: Children under 12 years old are not allowed.