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Women make up half of this country, and yet are largely ignored when it comes to history books. This walking tour of historic Boston will tell you the stories of the incredible women who changed the course of Boston...and American history. From Puritan women who bravely stood up to the government, to the first female/Person of Color to be elected mayor of Boston, we will talk about the wild and wonderful women of Boston.
The Women's History tour will be most entertaining for children over the age of 13, but children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are responsible for their own and their children's behavior and safety. This tour contains discussions of slavery and violence, so parental discretion is advised.
Tours will run in light rain. We will cancel for unpleasant or unsafe weather conditions to ensure your safety and enjoyment of our tours.
This tour requires at least three guests to operate.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be wearing a Women's History shirt and will meet you at the statue, next to the Sam Adams Downtown Boston Tap Room.
Itinerary
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1Faneuil Hall Marketplace
We've all heard about the Founding Fathers, but what about the Founding Mothers? At Fanueil Hall we will discuss this historic site, as well as The Daughters of Liberty and the role they played in the Revolutionary War.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Boston has a complicated relationship with politics and politicians. Learn about the trailblazers who fought for abolition, women's rights, and better working conditions.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Here we'll discuss the brilliant legal gambit an enslaved woman used to free herself, and the impact her case had on the history of America.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Massachusetts State House
Two brave Puritan-era women stood up to the government of Massachusetts and left a legacy that impacted our legislature today, but their names are largely ignored in history books.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Granary Burying Ground
Famously the final resting place for many of the heroes of the American Revolution, but we will discuss the towering women of literature who are buried...or maybe buried here.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6King's Chapel Burying Ground
Learn why the oldest Colonial cemetery in Boston has so few women's names on the grave markers. Where are the women?
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues. This tour covers over a mile of walking and some of the terrain is uneven, such as old cobblestones, small hills, and a few steps.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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