Coming up at the West End Museum
The West End Museum has an event-filled March planned, including a boozy sea shanty performance, a behind-the scenes-look at the Big Dig, and the first West End walking tour of the season.
On Friday, March 6, at 7 p.m., live music programming will be returning to The West End Museum during ‘Rum, Rascals, & Revolution: Sea Shanties of Boston’s Privateers.’ Rapscallion musicians Jeremy Bell and Larry Young will be performing sea shanties, pirate ditties, and some historic information. Spend the evening singing along to the songs of the sea while enjoying rum cocktails!
On Wednesday, March 11, at 6 p.m., the museum eill offer ‘The BIG DIG: From A to Scheme Z.’ Former Big Dig project spokesperson and the guest curator of the museum’s newest special exhibition, ‘The Story of Boston’s Big Dig,’ David Kruh will provide an in-depth look at Boston’s largest infrastructure project that was once compared to doing open heart surgery on a patient who insisted on playing tennis. Virtual options are available.
On Thursday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m., and on Sunday, March 22, at 11 a.m., the museum will be offering its first walking tour of the season. In celebration of Women’s History Month, both Women of the West End Walking Tours will illuminate the rich history of women in the neighborhood.
Finally, on Thursday, March 26, Boston-themed Trivia is back by popular demand at The Pennyweight Hotel. Flex your local knowledge, enjoy great food, tasty drinks, and have lots of fun. Sign up with a team or join one on the spot. The winning team will receive a prize from the museum.
More information and links to purchase tickets can be found online at: www.westendmuseum.org/programs
Celebrating Evacuation Day
Beyond the parades and green beer, March 17 marks a pivotal moment in Boston history: Revolutionary Spaces is commemorating the 250th anniversary of Evacuation Day.
On March 17, 1776, General George Washington successfully forced thousands of British troops to withdraw from Boston after an 11-month siege, a pivotal Revolutionary War victory that reshaped the city’s future. As Boston’s Revolutionary history takes the national spotlight during the unfolding 250th anniversary era, this is a timely opportunity to explore a lesser-known holiday deeply rooted in the city’s identity.
Throughout March, visitors to the Old State House can explore the dramatic story of the Siege of Boston, including Henry Knox’s “Noble Train of Artillery” and how the strategic placement of cannons compelled the British evacuation. The display also features a compelling artifact story: when British troops departed Boston, they removed the original Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom that hung above the Council Chamber entrance at the Old State House. A replica now stands in its place and visitors are invited to design their own coat of arms reflecting the values and ideals they hold dear. Guests can explore the display daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; plan a visit here.
Old North Illuminated Presents ‘Puritan New England… 2026?’
Join Old North Illuminated for an engaging online conversation with historian Lori Rogers-Stokes exploring what modern-day New Englanders inherit from the Puritans. Set for Wednesday, March 25, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., this virtual event will examine how the religious movement most closely associated with New England shaped the region in lasting ways. While the English religious group known as the Puritans migrated to South America, the Caribbean, and Canada, it was in New England that their culture became both well-defined and dominant. Centuries after the last Puritan lived here, their influence continues to echo across the region. Dr. Rogers-Stokes will highlight three important ideas from the 17th century that New Englanders are still practicing today, inviting participants to reconsider the enduring legacy of these well-known but often misunderstood people.
The 2026 Speaker Series is brought to you in part by HUB Town Tours. To register, please visit: https://www.oldnorth.com/events/.