# Old State House

Boston, United States

Built in 1713, Boston's oldest surviving public building once seated colonial government. From its balcony the Declaration of Independence was first read in 1776; the Boston Massacre unfolded on the street below in 1770.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Old State House, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 42.35877, -71.05781

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