Schedule: Saturday, July 4, 2020, 9:00 - 10:30 A.M.

 

Summary:

On Independence Day each year, the Declaration of Independence is read

from the balcony of the Old State House, from which it was first read to

the people of Boston in 1776. Join us to meet new people, make new 

friends and practice English while learning about American history!

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Itinerary:

9:00 A.M.     Meet at the Park Street subway station, above ground.

9:05 A.M.     Introductions

9:15 A.M.     Walk to the Old State House

9:30 A.M.     Declaration of Independence reading

10:00 A.M.   Festivities and reflection on the reading

10:30 A.M.   Depart for the Park Street subway station.

 

Costs:

• Roundtrip transportation to/from the Park Street station.

• There will be optional costs, such as purchasing souvenirs and refreshments.

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Activity Registration Information:

Would you like to participate in this activity?

Contact the MLS office for more information, at:  english@mls.education, or: 617.500.3215​.