Events are funded in part through generous support from the Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati, the Lowell Institute, Hub Town Tours, the Revere Hotel, and Ruby W. and LaVon P. Linn Foundation.
Events
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The Tailor’s Craft
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAClothing historian Henry Cooke takes on the role of an early Boston tailor. Watch as he “takes the measure” of visitors, then sits cross-legged, fashioning waistcoats from luxurious fabrics and “slops” from coarse weaves.
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A Visit with Paul Revere
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAMichael 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 at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30.
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Handmade Craft Demonstration and Sale with the Steinhagens
The Paul Revere House 19 N Square, Boston, MAErich and Janice Steinhagen bring their 18th century craft techniques all the way from Connecticut as they demonstrate redware pottery production and the fiber art of spinning. Erich will be throwing pots on the wheel while Janice spins sheep’s wool or flax into yarn. Finished products will be available for sale!