The anti-busing movement in Boston is the focus of a lesson that asks young historians to examine primary source documents to identify the causes and consequences of busing pupils from one area of the city to another in the attempt to...

Learners examine what life was like in free African-American communities before the Civil War. They analyze maps, identify elements of everyday life in these communities, explore various websites, and complete a chart.

Students explore the changes in Boston from 1630-1917.  In this Boston lesson, students search maps and research how land was used and the maritime trade in Boston. Students make comparisons of maps to find information.

Students study the American Revolution. In this social studies activity, students view maps of Boston and discuss events that occurred.

Students analyze historical and modern accounts of the Battle at Bunker Hill, and explain the importance of the Battle of Bunker Hill. They investigate and research their own community history for any significant events.

Official site of Boston's historic Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile, brick-lined route that leads you to 16 historically significant sites - each one an authentic treasure. Explore museums and meetinghouses, churches, and burying grounds. Learn...

Memorial to the 1845-1850 Irish Potato Famine (Boston)

Financial District (Boston)

Park Street Church (Boston)

John Hancock Tower (Boston)

Bunker Hill Bridge (Boston)

Custom House Tower (Boston)

Boston skyline

Trinity Church (Boston)

Trinity Church (Boston)

Rowhouses, South End (Boston)

Chinatown (Boston)

City Hall (Boston)