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MA, USA

Long Wharf

Landmark

Historic wharf extending into Boston Harbor since 1710. British troops embarked and disembarked here; the wharf was central to colonial trade and the events leading to revolution.

What Happened Here

British ships anchored at Long Wharf during the occupation. When the British evacuated on March 17, 1776, their fleet departed from the harbor visible from this spot.

Visiting Today

Address

Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110

Hours

Open daily

Admission

Free

Accessibility

Accessible boardwalk.

Connected Events

May 1764
Faneuil Hall Town Meetings

Samuel Adams, John Adams

Aug 1765
Stamp Act Riots

Samuel Adams, Thomas Hutchinson

Mar 1770
Boston Massacre

Crispus Attucks, Captain Thomas Preston, John Adams, Samuel Adams

Dec 1773
Old South Meeting House Assembly

Samuel Adams, John Adams, Thomas Hutchinson

Dec 1773
Boston Tea Party

Samuel Adams, George Robert Twelves Hewes

Jun 1775
Battle of Bunker Hill

Dr. Joseph Warren, General Sir William Howe