You'll see and feel the history as soon as you arrive as you're greeted by iconic buildings, landscapes, memorials and museums. History is a part of the Massachusetts cultural fabric and a big part of what makes visiting here a unique experience.
Only in the Bay State can you relive the Pilgrims’ perilous journey and struggle to survive in the New World at Plimoth Plantation. Clamber aboard the decks of the USS Constitution ("Old Ironsides") in Charlestown. Stand on Lexington Green and imagine the scene as the first shots of the Revolutionary War were fired on April 19, 1775. Then travel forward in time and explore Old Sturbridge Village, a recreated 1830s New England village.
Interested in the Industrial Revolution, the whaling industry, the Shaker movement? It's All Here in Massachusetts.
Don't miss the upcoming 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF CUBAN MISSILE CRISES at Battleship Cove.
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History & Heritage
Legendary monuments, historic sites and comprehensive tours retrace how "Massachusetts invented America."
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- Where to Go
- Things to Do
Getting to the shops is easy - you can take the MBTA, rent a Zipcar, or even take the bus from various Boston hotels to Wrentham Village Premium Outlets. Don't miss Boston's world famous Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Essex's charming antique stores, and Yankee Candle's flagship store in South Deerfield.
- Plan Your Trip
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- Getting Around
State and regional resources, including air, land, and water transportation; Boston public transit info; detailed info on travel to Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Island
