Old State House Lion & Unicorn

Old State House Lion & Unicorn

Address:

206 Washington St, Boston, MA

Latitude & Longitude:

42.358718, -71.057715

Saves:

18

Check-Ins:

64

Description:

It was the site of the Boston Massacre when British soldiers opened fire on colonists in an altercation, killing five and injuring three more. The building was a prominent reminder to the colonists that they were subjects of the King, its lion and unicorn statues as symbols of the monarchy. The Old State House is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Price of admission is $15 per adult excluding parking.

Website:

bostonmagazine.com

Tags:

History • Statues
Photo by Michelle Resos
Jul 4, 2022
Photo by Michelle Resos
Jul 4, 2022
Photo by Michelle Resos
Jul 4, 2022
Photo by Michelle Resos
Jul 4, 2022
Photo by Michelle Resos
Jul 4, 2022
Photo by Michelle Resos
Jul 4, 2022