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At the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, you can be a part of the famous event that forever changed the course of American history through a multi-sensory experience that includes live actors, interactive exhibits, and full-scale replica 18th-century sailing vessels!

Museum Experience

Re-enact the Event that Started a Revolution

Historical interpreters, interactive exhibits, full-scale replica 18th-century sailing vessels, and historic artifacts, are just some of what you’ll experience during your visit.

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Ticketed museum experience includes sections 1-5, and cannot be toured separately. Sections 6 & 7, the museum gift shop and Abigail’s Tea Room, are open to the general public without a museum ticket.

Ticketed museum experience includes sections 1-5, and cannot be toured separately. Sections 6 & 7, the museum gift shop and Abigail’s Tea Room, are open to the general public without a museum ticket.

Re-enactor in the meeting house
Re-enactor in the meeting house
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The Meeting House

Join the Sons & Daughters of Liberty on a rendezvous with history! Enter the meeting house and step back in time to rebellious 1773 Boston.

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Tea Party Ships

Storm aboard one of our two Tea Ships, the brig Beaver or ship Eleanor, and join a Son of Liberty as you take part in the “Destruction of the Tea!”

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bostons griffins wharf
griffin's wharf in boston
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Griffin’s Wharf

Located on the same body of water where the Boston Tea Party occurred over two centuries ago.

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3d reenactment at the museum
3d reenactment at the museum
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Reenactment in 3D

Where 18th Century meets cutting edge technology! Experience the immediate debate firsthand and the potential ramifications for your bold actions.

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Boston tea party's oldest tea chest
Boston tea party's oldest tea chest
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The Robinson Tea Chest

Protected and preserved for more than two centuries, the Robinson Tea Chest is the only known surviving tea chest from the Boston Tea Party.

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People in the Minuteman Theater
People in the Minuteman Theater
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Minuteman Theater

Immerse yourself in our award winning multi-sensory film! Our documentary film, “Let it Begin Here” dramatically depicts the events of April 19, 1775 of Paul Revere’s midnight ride and the beginning of the American Revolution.

Let It Begin Here depicts the events of April 19th, 1775, which include a battle scene. It can be loud and intense for some. Museum tour Hosts will remain present should guests require assistance or exit.

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Abigail's Tea Room & Terrace

The comfortable charm of another era, wonderful waterfront and skyline views, a friendly welcome from colonial tea ladies and reasonably priced menu choices make Abigail’s the perfect place to pause for a relaxing break.

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Gifts in the gift shop at the museum
Gifts in the gift shop at the museum
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Gift Shop

Bring home a bit of history in the form of an American Revolution souvenir from the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum gift shop. Browse through an array of interesting gifts and collectibles and take home a special keepsake to remember your journey back to colonial America.

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Boston Tea Party Descendants Program

In partnership with the New England Historic Genealogical Society.

boston tea party participant grave plaque

Grave Marker Commemorations

Honoring all who took part in the 1773 Destruction of the Tea.

Tickets & Packages

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum General Admission

From
$34.00
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  • A fully guided experience by costumed interpreters telling the story of that fateful night in 1773.
  • A tour of an 18th century replica (restored) vessel.
  • Dump the tea into the sea!
  • View the Robinson Tea Chest: The only known surviving tea chest from the Boston Tea Party.

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum + Old Town Trolley Tour Package

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$80.30
Save up to 7%
  • Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Ticket.
  • Old Town Trolley Tour - 1 day of free unlimited re-boarding.
  • 50% off Historic Harbor Cruise*
  • $10 off Ghosts & Gravestones Tour*.
  • $5 off Boston Summer Nights Tour & Charles River Cruise* (May 24 – Sept. 2, 2024)
  • 50% off admission at The Sports Museum*

1-Day Old Town Trolley Tour

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$42.00
Save up to 20%
  • 1 day of free unlimited re-boarding*.
  • 50% off Historic Harbor Cruise*
  • $10 off Ghosts & Gravestones Tour*.
  • $6 off admission to Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum*.
  • 50% off admission at The Sports Museum*
  • $5 off Boston Summer Nights Tour & Charles River Cruise* (May 24 – Sept. 2, 2024)
  • More than 100 points of interest.

Ghosts & Gravestones Tour

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$44.48
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  • Reservations are required.
  • Explore some of Boston’s most haunted sites…
  • Walk amongst the dead in burying grounds nearly 400-years-old.
  • Exclusive night-time access into two of Boston’s oldest burying grounds.
  • See Boston’s most haunted hotel: The Omni Parker House.

Boston Day and Night Tour Package

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$89.15
Save up to 11%
  • Old Town Trolley Tours 1 day of free unlimited re-boarding*.
  • Ghosts & Gravestones Night Tour**.
  • 50% off Historic Harbor Cruise*
  • $6 off admission to Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum*.
  • 50% off admission at The Sports Museum*
  • $5 off Boston Summer Nights Tour & Charles River Cruise* (May 24 – Sept. 2, 2024)
  • More than 100 points of interest.
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