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Undoubtedly the defining moment in the lead up to the American War of Independence was the Boston Tea Party. On December 16th, 1773 a group of Patriots boarded three tea ships and dumped their contents into the sea as a protest against the high taxes charged in the colonies by the British government. A museum was built in 1973 to commemorate those Patriots and what they stood for. A more modern museum has recently been established in its place and it features greater space as well as exhibitions, educational talks, memorabilia and video presentations. Three life-size ships (two of which are new) are also included in the experience. These are exact replicas of the Tea Party ships and visitors can explore the galley and the crew's quarters. The highlight of the visit, though, has to be the opportunity to throw an imitation bale of tea overboard, in a tribute to the Bostonian forefathers! The Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum is open from March 1st through to December 1st and is open from 9 am to 5 pm in the spring and autumn and from 9 am to 6 pm in the summer. It can be viewed as an individual visit or as a feature on the Freedom Trail. Located on Congress Street Bridge. |