During the American Revolution, copperplate engravings played a critical role in political discourse, as one of the major ways to reproduce images for news stories or political cartoons. In addition to his work as a silversmith, Paul Revere also made money and exercised his political voice by creating engravings, such as his famous print of […]

Michael Lepage brings Boston’s favorite patriot vividly to life. Learn about the details of his Midnight Ride, his many children, and his work as a gold and silversmith. Performances begin at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30 PM.

Diane Lent brings to life Harriet Revere, one of Paul Revere’s 16 children. Join her in reminiscing about her father’s dramatic life, the adventures of her many siblings, nieces, and nephews, and growing up in the historic North End. Performances begin at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30 PM.

Stop by to chat with Hopestill Bradley, a member of the Massachusetts Militia in 1775, as portrayed by Henry Cooke. Learn how militia members drilled and the conditions they faced in the days immediately following the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

Experiment with writing in 18th-Century style by dipping a quill pen in ink with guidance from an experienced Paul Revere House staff member.

Join us in the Paul Revere House courtyard garden to draw your own postcard (we will mail it for you!) Whether your artwork focuses on a single leaf, documents the Revere House in its setting, or imagines the Revere family’s kitchen garden as it once occupied the site, we hope you enjoy a peaceful moment […]

Hannah Mather was 13 years old when she helped her uncle, Lieutenant Governor Thomas Hutchinson, escape from the sacking of his mansion during the Stamp Act riots, and 22 when she smuggled letters to Patriot leaders during the Siege of Boston. Hear from Hannah herself, portrayed by Mehitabel Glenhaber, about her experiences coming of age […]

Throughout the 18th century, Ipswich, Massachusetts was the largest commercial producer of lace on the North American continent. Continental production became even more important during the years leading up to the American Revolution when citizens began boycotting imported English goods. Lace of all types from simple tapes to lavish and expensive silk trims were made by […]

View an extremely rare Revere family document from our collection with our curator, David Gain. Paul Revere wrote this letter to his wife, Rachel, during the Siege of Boston in the spring of 1775 while he was stuck outside of Boston and she and the children were stuck inside. View the original and read the […]