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Frommer's Guide
INTRODUCTION
GETTING TO KNOW
DINING
ATTRACTIONS
Suggested Itineraries
Top Attractions
Cambridge
Neighborhoods Worth a Visit
African American History
Especially for Kids
Historic Houses
Parks & Gardens
Attraction Discounts
The Freedom Trail
Women's History
The North End
Photo Ops
NIGHTLIFE
SHOPPING
WALKING TOURS
DRIVING TOURS
ACTIVE PURSUITS
SPECTATOR SPORTS
FEATURES AND EVENTS
ATTRACTION Frommer
Old Granary Burying Ground

This cemetery, established in 1660, was once part of Boston Common. You'll see the graves of patriots Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, John Hancock, and James Otis; merchant Peter Faneuil (spelled "Funal"); and Benjamin Franklin's parents. Also buried here are the victims of the Boston Massacre and the wife of Isaac Vergoose, who is believed to be "Mother Goose" of nursery rhyme fame. Note that gravestone rubbing, however tempting, is illegal in Boston's historic cemeteries.

To continue on the Freedom Trail: Turn left as you leave the cemetery and continue 1 1/2 blocks on Tremont Street.

Open: Daily 9am-5pm (until 3pm in winter).T: Green or Red Line to Park St.


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