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Walking Tour of Charlestown October 7, 2014 12 noon to 1:00 pm

From archaeology and other research, dig into the history of Charlestown.

Archaeology Walking Tour: From Bunker Hill Monument through the Big Dig to City Square
October 7, 2014 12 noon to 1:00 pm. The Tour will be led by Joe Bagley, City of Boston Archaeologist. The Tour will begin on the Steps of the Lodge Located at the base of the Bunker Hill Monument. The event will end at City Square and cover over 3,000 years of Charlestown history. Highlights include the true shape of fortifications on Breeds Hill, the leading business women of the 18th century, and Native American sites. The Walking Tour will be held rain or shine. The tour is free and open to the public. Presented by: The Charlestown Historical Society | www.charlestownhistoricalsociety.org and The Charlestown Preservation Society | www.charlestownpreservation.org

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