Boston Custom House
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The Custom House in Boston, Massachusetts, was established in the 17th century and stood near the waterfront in several successive locations through the years. In 1849 the U.S. federal government cons
Cross-section of the 1837 design of the Custom House.
Custom House, c. 1905
Custom House Tower, early 20th century
State Street (Boston)
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State Street is one of the oldest and most historic streets in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Located in the financial district, it is the site of some historic landmarks, such as Long Wharf, t
Boston Custom House
…stood near the waterfront in several successive locations through the years. In 1849 the U.S. federal government constructed a neoclassical building on State Street; it remains the "Custom House" known to Bostonians today. A tower was added in 1915; the building joined the National Register of Historic Places in…
State Street with view of Old State House in 2010
John Winthrop built his first house in Boston on what is today, State Street
1630 site of Winthrop's first home in Boston on State Street
The Boston Massacre took place on State Street (then "King Street") in front of the Old State House; the site is marked by a cobblestone circle in the square