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Commonwealth Museum   Secretary of the Commonwealth William Francis Galvin
Commonwealth Museum Secretary of the Commonwealth William Francis Galvin

Castle Island: A Storied History

Castle Island is the oldest continuously fortified site in British North America. Dominated by the forts sited there to take full advantage of its strategic location, Castle Island has been an integral part of the Boston landscape since colonial times to the present day. This exhibit tells the colorful stories of the people and events that make this unique location such an important part of our local history.

Includes 13 foam core panels measuring 56 x 32 inches.

Sample Panels

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Commonwealth Museum

617-727-9268