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Massachusetts

Boston: Birthplace of American Liberty

Program No. 5717RJ
In 2026, celebrate America's 250th birthday in Boston, the cradle of liberty. Explore historic landmarks and revolutionary events alongside scholarly experts and friendly locals.
Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Boston, MA
Program Concludes
Boston, MA
Meals
13 ( 5B, 4L, 4D )
Activity Level
What better place to commemorate America's 250th birthday in 2026 than Boston, where the dream of independence first took root? Walk in the footsteps of Samuel Adams, John Hancock, and Paul Revere along the Freedom Trail. Led by expert instructors, discover the city's revolutionary spirit through visits to historic treasures like Faneuil Hall and Bunker Hill, where America's story began.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Explore the Boston Massacre site, Granary Burying Ground, Old South Meeting House and the Old State House.
  • Visit Paul Revere’s home in Boston’s historic North End neighborhood and see where the famed lanterns were hung at the Old North Church.
  • Relive the first days of the Revolution at Old North Bridge, along the path from Lexington to Concord.
General Notes
Public transportation and ferries used.
All Experts
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
Charles Bahne is a historian, author and local expert, focusing on Boston and its role in the American Revolution. Charlie came to Boston for college and fell in love with the city. At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he majored in urban studies and planning, focusing on urban history. He has been a seasonal park ranger at Boston National Historical Park, and has worked with many of the city’s guide companies and museums. His guidebook, “The Complete Guide to Boston’s Freedom Trail,” has sold more than 580,000 copies since its publication in 1985. Charlie has taught over 100 Road Scholar programs about Boston over the past 25 years.
Shannon Keller has been traveling since 18 when she struck out to join the Big Apple Circus. In college she chose a major that encourages talking to people and travel, anthropology. Finding a partner with a love of adventure, she has visited Europe, India, Australia, and New Zealand. She has lived and worked in South Korea, Antarctica, and Alaska, and is back in her hometown of Boston.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to 2.5 miles per day; some cobblestones and hills.
Suggested Books and Resources
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