Commonwealth Museum in the News
American Revolution artifacts on display at Commonwealth Museum in Dorchester
"Boston is a city steeped in history, but few places hold as many pieces of the past as the Massachusetts Archives and Commonwealth Museum in Dorchester."
This New Commonwealth Museum Exhibit is Showcasing Revolutionary War Artifacts
"A new exhibit at Dorchester's Commonwealth Museum is putting artifacts from the Revolutionary War on display for a limited time."
Secretary Galvin, Park Service announce Battle of Bunker Hill 250th anniversary events
"Under a clear blue sky at the base of the Bunker Hill Monument Tuesday, Secretary of the Commonwealth William F. Galvin joined National Park Service officials to announce additions to the state’s commemoration of the ongoing 250th anniversary of the American Revolution."
A long-lost letter from Alexander Hamilton will be on display at Massachusetts museum on July 4th
"A letter written by Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s founding fathers, thought lost for decades is finally going on display at the Commonwealth Museum in Massachusetts."
Vault of Mass. History Opens to Public
"A new storage vault was unveiled at the Massachusetts Archives and Commonwealth Museum."
CityLine: Free Fun Fridays
"Visit Commonwealth museums, zoos, and other arts facilities at no cost on Fridays through the summer!"
Rare 250-year-old American flag has Ohio connection
"CINCINNATI — The oldest American flag in U.S. history that still exists is believed to belong to an Ohio family, and on this Independence Day, they want the world to see it."
Inside Massachusett's Attic
"Columbia Point's Commonwealth Museum is home to the Commonwealth's archives, which include Paul Revere's expense report for his historic ride."
Legacy of Resolve
"HMS scholarship honors the mission, principles of abolitionist Lewis Hayden."
The Commonwealth Museum, a Hidden Gem
"This museum has within its walls everything you could ever want to know about the history of Massachusetts."
Revolution 250 in the News
No, George Washington didn’t have wooden teeth. Yes, he led the Siege of Boston
"More than a decade before he became the country’s first president, George Washington was leading a critical campaign in the early days of the American Revolution."