Faneuil Hall, Attractions, Boston
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Faneuil Hall

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Time Out says

Built for the city by the wealthy merchant Peter Faneuil in 1742, the hall was later remodeled by ubiquitous Boston architect Charles Bulfinch. It had a dual function as a marketplace (on the ground floor) and a meeting hall (upstairs). During Revolutionary times it became known as the "Cradle of Liberty", as colonial heroes such as Samuel Adams regularly roused the Boston populace against the British here—it still hosts the occasional political debate and symposium as a nod to its history. The building is part of Boston's National Historic Park, and rangers provide brief historical talks in the Great Hall every half hour. The ground floor is given over to gift shops and, surprisingly, a branch of the post office.

Details

Address
15 State St
Boston
02111
Cross street:
Congress St
Transport:
Green or Blue line to Government Center
Opening hours:
Mon-Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 12-6pm
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