The Bostonian Society’s mission is to strengthen the fabric of civil society by building meaningful connections to Boston and all Bostonians, past, present, and future, through the creative use of public history. Serving a city with a rich historical legacy, The Bostonian Society illuminates all aspects of Boston’s history, the contributions of its citizens, and the strength and continuity of its diverse neighborhoods. The Bostonian Society was founded in 1881 to save the Old State House, Boston’s oldest public building (1713) and one of the nation’s most historic sites, from demolition. Today, the Society utilizes the Old State House Museum, a research library, and a distinguished collection of artifacts, to provide learning opportunities for local citizens and visitors alike that reflect the cultural complexity of our city.break
The Bostonian Society’s mission is to strengthen the fabric of civil society by building meaningful connections to Boston and all Bostonians, past, present, and future, through the creative use of public history. Serving a city with a rich historical legacy, The Bostonian Society illuminates all aspects of Boston’s history, the contributions of its citizens, and the strength and continuity of its diverse neighborhoods. The Bostonian Society was founded in 1881 to save the Old State House, Boston’s oldest public building (1713) and one of the nation’s most historic sites, from demolition. Today, the Society utilizes the Old State House Museum, a research library, and a distinguished collection of artifacts, to provide learning opportunities for local citizens and visitors alike that reflect the cultural complexity of our city.break
