History at Sunset: Merchants, Mariners, Men of God & Mayhem

Explore how Boston's North End transformed into a bustling, working-class neighborhood in the 1800s. This 90-minute guided tour will weave together stories of merchants and mariners, as well as social reformers, nativists, and newcomers forging new lives. Visit the sites of historic warehouses and wharves, sailor’s hotels, and immigrant tenements, immersing yourself in the vibrant history that helped shape Boston’s identity.

The tour will cover approximately 0.75 miles over uneven surfaces and cross multiple intersections in a highly populated urban area.