Revolutionary Spaces is a nonprofit organization that stewards the Old State House and Old South Meeting House. | Photo provided by Revolutionary Spaces
Picture this: It’s Dec. 16, 1773, and the Old South Meeting House in Boston is packed with people. Around 5,000 colonists are gathered and angry about the new tax imposed by the British on tea. Among them is Samuel Adams, who’s about to give the signal that will lead to one of the most famous events in American history — the Boston Tea Party.
After the meeting, the colonists marched to Griffin’s Wharf and dumped 342 chests of tea into the Boston Harbor. This bold act of defiance against British rule helped spark the American Revolution.
Now, 251 years later, you can step back in time and see what happened during a live reenactment of the Meeting of the Body of the People on Monday, Dec. 16. Throughout the experience, you’ll stand in the same room as renowned patriots like Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, and John Hancock.
Doors open at 5 p.m., and the reenactment begins at 6:15 p.m.
Photo provided by Revolutionary Spaces
Bonus: Tickets to the reenactment include free admission to the Old State House and Old South Meeting House from Saturday, Dec. 14 through Monday, Dec. 16.
Psst… Use the code BOSBTP24 to get 20% off your ticket purchase (this cannot be combined with other offers). Discounts are also available for groups of 10 or more by emailing Booking@RevolutionarySpaces.org.
Whether you’re a history lover or looking for a fun, educational outing with the family, this reenactment promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Stories of Harvard Square Food Tour | Saturday, Nov. 9-Saturday, June 28 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Off The Beaten Path Food Tours and Experiences, Cambridge | $80 | Take a local foodie tour and try Mark Zuckerberg’s favorite college pizza, creative tiki eats, and traditional Greek cuisine.
Blue Man Group Charles Playhouse | Saturday, Nov. 9-Wednesday, Jan. 1 | Times vary | Charles Playhouse | $49+ | Check out the famous blue men in this stage performance filled with music, humor, and entertainment.
Sunday, Nov. 10
Drop-In Art Making: Nature Journals | Sunday, Nov. 10-Sunday, Jan. 12 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Free with general admission ticket | Boston Museum of Fine Arts | Take a close look at a variety of objects, then use pencils and watercolors to create a nature journal.
Pilates & Sound Bath | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Quincy Market | $25 | Join Movement with Jill for a unique experience of mindful movement and an immersive sound bath. Fit for all levels, yoga mat required.
Central Square Cambridge Food and Mural Arts Tour | Sunday, Nov. 10-Sunday, June 29 | 12-2:30 p.m. | Central Square Meeting Location, Cambridge | $80 | Unleash your inner art + food critic on this exploration of Central Square.
Tuesday, Nov. 12
Laughs on Landsdowne: Comedy Night at Bleacher Bar | Tuesday, Nov. 12-Tuesday, June 16 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Bleacher Bar | Free | Enjoy food and drinks while laughing along to some of Boston’s best comedians.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Open Rehearsal: Boston Symphony Orchestra | Thursday, Nov. 14 | 10:30 a.m. | Symphony Hall Boston | $25+ | Conductor Philippe Jordan and solo pianist Jan Lisiecki present Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6, Pathétique. Pro tip: arrive early at 9:30 a.m. for talk with a former BSO Director of Program Publications Marc Mandel.
The Festival of Italian Creativity | Thursday, Nov. 14-Friday, Nov. 22 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily |Locations and programming varies | Free admission | Hosted by the Consulate General of Italy in Boston, the program includes a range of cultural events including tech and business seminars, language labs, theater presentations, and music.
Monday, Nov. 18
Mother Goose on the Loose | Monday, Nov. 18-Monday, Dec. 16 | 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Brookline Village Library, Brookline | Free | Babies and toddlers ages two and under are invited to songs, nursery rhymes, and stories.
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Discover tasty eats and insider deals when you join The Fenway Foodies Club. | Photos by Christina Hickey
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Weather Most of the state is currently experiencing drought conditions. Boston residents are being asked to conserve water and practice fire safety precautions, as most of the area remains under a Red Flag warning as of Friday evening. (WBUR)
Civic Election Day has come and gone. Check out the City of Boston website for the latest information. Results must be certified locally by Wednesday, Nov. 20.
Open The Hummus Shop food truck has opened a permanent location in Beacon Hill and Douglass Williams has opened a fourth Mida location in Fenway. See 11 more recent bar and restaurant openings from Eater.
Seasonal The holiday market at Seaport — er, Snowport — is open through Dec. 29. Shop 120 makers, enjoy festive seasonal cocktails in the food tent, leave a wish on the Holiday Wish Wall, and be sure to plan your visit around the concert series. Hours are extended starting Dec. 9.
Eat Let someone else do the cooking this year. 20 restaurants around Boston are serving Thanksgiving menus for dine-in or carry-out. (Boston.com)
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The Seagate’s new hotel restaurant, Bourbon Steak, which opens in January will feature a Michelin-starred chef. | Photos provided by The Segate
It’s okay if the holidays leave you a little less merry and bright (and a little more grumpy and tired).
Learn new tricks and find new strength in an aerial yoga class. | Photo by @swetstudio
Whether you’re a novice on the mat or an experienced yogi, Boston has plenty of places to practice yoga. Find your zen at these 14 yoga studios around our city.
If you’re just getting started
JP Centre Yoga, 670 Centre St., Ste. 9 If you’re new to this studio, sign up for two weeks of unlimited classes to test out the schedule.
If you want to connect with community
Back Bay Yoga Union, 64 Boylston St. Check out the new studio, which offers a postpartum workshop lead by the owner.
Soma Yoga Center, 256 Hanover St., Floor 3 Lead by a team of local ladies, this North End studio offers a wide variety of styles designed for all levels of ability. The schedule features in-person and virtual classes, plus a yoga teacher training.
If you’re looking to sweat
Bikram Yoga Works, 561 Boylston St. Melt away your daily stresses in one of Bikram Yoga Work’s two heated studios. Take either the studio’s namesake Bikram hot yoga class, or try the hot Pilates for your next sweat session.
Radiant Yoga Boston, 840 Summer St. This yoga studio hosts hot yoga classes led by instructors that speak languages other than English.
Mission Hill Yoga, 1467 Tremont St. Sign up for the heated Vinyasa or heated Vinyasa Flow session to flush out toxins and improve cardiovascular, digestive, and immune function.
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