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Paul Revere House

Revolutionary War hero's famed residence

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Where the Star-Spangled Banner was born: a compact fort with sweeping harbor views and living history. It’s an easy win—flat paths, open lawns, and a visitor film that sets the scene in under 15 minutes.

Start at the visitor center for your map, then follow the ramp to the east wall for the best harbor vantage. Time your visit for a flag raising or lowering—the ranger talk turns the place into a story you’ll remember.

For a slower visit, circle the star-shaped ramparts clockwise and watch ships move in and out of the Patapsco.

What’s new? Updated today

Sunset flag lowering 6:30pm (Fri–Sun)
Temporary exhibit: War of 1812
Harbor shuttle every 20 minutes

What are the hours? — 9:00–17:00 (daily)

Hours may vary for holidays and special events; check the official site before you go.

How much does it cost? — $15 adults · kids free

Admission covers the fort and visitor center exhibits; special tours may be extra.

Where do I park? — On-site lot + overflow

Lots can fill on weekends by mid-day; arrive early or consider rideshare.

Is it accessible? — Flat paths; accessible restrooms

Most ramparts have graded access; some historic areas may have uneven surfaces.

Arrive 30 min before sunset for the lowering ceremony and best light.
Wind picks up on the ramparts—bring a light jacket even in summer.
Stroller route: enter via visitor center, ramp to east wall loop.

The Paul Revere House isn’t just Boston’s oldest home (built in 1680)—it’s where one of the most famous events of the American Revolution began. On the night of April 18, 1775, a 40-year-old Paul Revere set off from this very house on his Midnight Ride, warning the colonial militias that British troops were advancing toward Lexington and Concord. His urgent message helped mobilize the Minutemen and ultimately sparked the first battles of the Revolution.

But the story didn’t end there. After Revere sold the house in 1800, it became a boarding house, shops, and tenement apartments, nearly falling into ruin before his descendants and preservationists saved it in 1902. Today, the restored home offers an authentic glimpse into colonial life, featuring 18th-century furnishings, artifacts, and exhibits on Revere’s work as a silversmith, engraver, and entrepreneur.

Located in Boston’s North End, just steps from the Freedom Trail, the Paul Revere House remains one of the city’s most visited historic sites—a direct link to the night that changed American history.

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