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Old North Church

Known as "Christ Church in the City of Boston," this Episcopal church was built in 1723 and is Boston's oldest Church building. On the steeple of this church, Robert Newman signaled with lanterns the approach of the British regulars; "One if by land, and two, if by sea.: The steeple is 191 feet tall, making it the tallest steeple in Boston. It is also the first set of bells ever brought to America. Paul Revere was one of the neighborhood bellringers. The interior high box pews and brass chandeliers, as well as the Church's first clock are all original.

Location:193 Salem Street.
Hours of Operation: Open daily 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Voluntary donations are welcome.
Sunday services 9:00am and 4:00pm.

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