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Old North Church & Historic Site Old North Church is an icon of the American Revolution and the oldest church building in Boston. John Pulling, Jr.
(1930)

The enduring fame of Old North Church began on the evening of April 18, 1775, when the church sexton, Robert Newman, and vestryman Capt. climbed the steeple and held high two lanterns as a signal from Paul Revere that the British were marching to Lexington and Concord by sea across the Charles River and not by land. This fateful event ignited the American Revolution.

10/14/2026

We were thrilled to interview the incredible sculptor Nancy Schön as part of our Jewish history project! Most famous for Boston's "Make Way for Ducklings" sculpture, Nancy continues to create meaningful works of art at 98 years old.

We spoke with Nancy about "The Noble Journey," her 2024 sculpture honoring the immigrant experience at St Leonard's Parish, North End, Boston.

Why does Old North Church have a crypt?For Anglicans, it was very important to be buried in consecrated (blessed) ground...
10/13/2026

Why does Old North Church have a crypt?

For Anglicans, it was very important to be buried in consecrated (blessed) ground. Since Old North didn’t have a churchyard and since the municipal burying grounds were not consecrated, burials under the church made the most sense. More than 1,100 people were laid to rest in the crypt's 37 tombs.

It's beginning to look a lot like Spooky Season at Ye Olde Pepper Candy Pantry! We love having a candy shop on our campu...
10/09/2026

It's beginning to look a lot like Spooky Season at Ye Olde Pepper Candy Pantry!

We love having a candy shop on our campus. 🍫 😋

On this day in 1804, Old North's first steeple was knocked down in a windstorm known as “The Great Gale of Boston.” Two ...
10/08/2026

On this day in 1804, Old North's first steeple was knocked down in a windstorm known as “The Great Gale of Boston.” Two years later, a new steeple was added — it was 15 feet shorter than the original.

Our second steeple, pictured here, survived until Hurricane Carol blew it over in 1954.

Founded in 1818 to support Old North Church's Sunday School, the Fragment Society provided clothing to children who need...
10/08/2026

Founded in 1818 to support Old North Church's Sunday School, the Fragment Society provided clothing to children who needed it.

This all-female organization elected officers (like Susannah Eaton, pictured here) and wrote their own constitution. Members visited children and met monthly to collect and sew clothing.

This Wednesday! Join us on Zoom for a fascinating talk about Mary Ann Patten, the first female captain of a merchant shi...
10/05/2026

This Wednesday! Join us on Zoom for a fascinating talk about Mary Ann Patten, the first female captain of a merchant ship, who navigated the perilous waters of Antarctica in 1856.

At only 19 years old, Mary Ann assumed control of her husband's ship when he fell deathly ill. Contending with both a mutiny and a powerful storm, she faced down the treacherous waters of Drake’s Passage.

We're especially excited for this presentation because Mary Ann worshipped at Old North Church as a child! RSVP:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-sea-captains-wife-a-true-story-of-mutiny-love-and-adventure-tickets-1997910669595

On Old North's balcony, there is a cryptic bit of carved graffiti that reads "No Popery Here." "Popery" is a derogatory ...
10/02/2026

On Old North's balcony, there is a cryptic bit of carved graffiti that reads "No Popery Here." "Popery" is a derogatory term, largely fallen out of use, referring to Roman Catholic beliefs or practices.

Was this graffiti an assertion that Old North's services were free from any Catholic influences? Or, was it the opposite: a complaint that the service seemed a little too close to Catholic practice? Was it a response to a specific incident? Without context, we cannot know.

After-Hours Crypt Tours are back at Old North Church! Visit us in October for a 45-minute guided adventure in the histor...
10/01/2026

After-Hours Crypt Tours are back at Old North Church!

Visit us in October for a 45-minute guided adventure in the historic crypt, where 1,100 people were laid to rest.
https://oldnorth.com/visit/ -tours

Calling all Boston area pet owners! On Sunday, October 4, at 1:00pm, Old North Church will host its annual Blessing of t...
09/29/2026

Calling all Boston area pet owners! On Sunday, October 4, at 1:00pm, Old North Church will host its annual Blessing of the Animals on Paul Revere Mall.

Come and bring your pet (on a leash or in a carrier) and get a special blessing from the Vicar! People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome.

What is the purpose of the six-sided dome above Old North’s pulpit?This structure is known as a sounding board. It’s hol...
09/28/2026

What is the purpose of the six-sided dome above Old North’s pulpit?

This structure is known as a sounding board. It’s hollow inside and helps to amplify sound, which was a huge help before the advent of the microphone!

Address

193 Salem Street
Boston, MA
02113

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12:30pm - 5pm

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+16175236676

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