Think of American history, and the cities and towns of eastern Massachusetts will likely come to mind. From the Pilgrim's landing in 1620 to the momentous events of the Revolution; from John Winthrop's "City on the Hill" to the Concord Transcendentalists and the discovery of ether, the Boston area is steeped in the events that have helped shape America. We invite you to share in this unique corner of America:Boston
One of the oldest cities in America, it's also one of the most historically important. Virtually Boston lets you take a cyber-walk along the Freedom and Black History trails, as well as read up on Boston prose and poetry. And see a map of Boston from 1770. Boston Online provides additional resources, including contrasting British and colonial accounts of the Boston Massacre and detailed coverage of the famous Great Molasses Flood of 1919 (that killed several people and left Boston streets a sticky mess for months).
Brookline
Originally a part of Boston, the town later rejected entreaties to merge back into the city - unlike a number of neighboring towns. Read up on the town once known as Muddy River.Cambridge
Just across the river from Boston, it's best known as the home of Harvard, the oldest college in the U.S. - but there's more to the city than just Harvard.Cape Ann
The towns of Cape Ann have a long, proud and sometimes tragic association with the sea, as memorialized in the famous statue of The Fisherman in Gloucester (where Clarence Birdseye perfected the art of freezing fish).Charlestown
Today a Boston neighborhood, Charlestown played a vital role in American history - the Battle of Bunker Hill was the first to establish that American soldiers could fight a large battle (unlike the largely guerilla-style fighting in Lexington and Concord). Charlestown is also home to the U.S.S Constitution, the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel.Concord
From the battle at the Old North Bridge to the Transcendentalists and Thoreau, few towns have contributed more to the formation of our country (and let's not forget that Concord grapes were first bred here). You'll find a range of historical info here, from maps to museum listings to articles and photographs.East Boston
The Shining Sea Foundation is rebuilding a clipper ship - a fast sailing vessel that made eastern Massachusetts a center for world trade.Lexington
"The shot heard 'round the world." See what Lexington was like before the Revolution, read up on prominent local residents, see historic grave markers and take a tour of historic homes.Malden
After and exploratory expedition through Middlesex Falls and Spots Pond, Governor Winthrop asked the General Court to establish an area north of Charlestown to be known as "Mystic Side", for the use of the Charlestown Residents. By 1649 there were enough inhabitants of that area that by agreement of the inhabitants of Charlestown and with the consent of the General Court in Boston a separate town, later known as Malden was established.Quincy
Named for John Quincy, our second president, this South Shore city was also home to the nation's first railroad and large quarry, as well as to a major shipyard.Salem
Permanently linked with witches, Salem also has a rich maritime history. See what local museums have to offer and learn about the events that helped shape this city.Waltham
Long known as Watch City, Waltham today is a cornerstone of the Rte. 128 high-tech belt. You can take a look at photos of the old watch factory.
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