The core mission of the Charlestown Preservation Society is to preserve Charlestown’s historic character – protecting historic architecture and landscapes, advocating for preservation, guiding responsible development, and educating people about the unique character of our community. Integral to the mission is CPS’ Historic Markers program. Each marker is a unique way to recognize a historic […]
Step back in time with this walking tour of Charlestown, where the echoes of April 19, 1775, still resonate. Thanks to the City of Boston’s groundbreaking research, including a detailed “census map” reconstructing the town before its fiery end, we now know more about the lives of Charlestown’s residents—artisans, families, and the 31 known People […]
On April 18, 1775 a group of express riders, most notably, Paul Revere, rode across the Middlesex County countryside. The riders warned that the King’s troops were on the march, arousing embattled farmers. At the time, the riders and farmers alike were still loyal subjects to England’s King George III. Independence was the furthest thing […]
We’ve all been hearing about Bunker Hill 250, and festivities are poised to kick off on April 18, 2025 with a celebration of the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride, the harbinger of the Revolutionary War. A coalition of local organizations, including the Charlestown Preservation Society, has put together a fun and informative evening […]