Old State House on Washington Street in Boston, MA
The Old State House has earned it's name- it remains today the oldest surviving public building in Boston.
It was built in 1713 as a meeting place, the basement eventually rented to John Hancock for storage.
Upstairs, was the Council Chamber of the Royal Governor, and host of many important debates, including James Otis, the passionate but angry man who's fiery opinions is said to have sparked the Revolutionary War.
From the balcony of this building, the Declaration of Independence was proclaimed.
The Old State House is a priceless artifact of American History, and is offered by the city of Boston now as a historical landmark and educational resource. Included is a museum, tours, and research library along with a variety of annual events and celebrations.
