What was the weather like in the Colonial period? This episode outlines a handful of extreme weather events Revere experienced, as well as what the weather was like on the day of recording! Read Jeremiah Newland's poem about the Cape Ann Earthq

What did Paul do during the Siege of Boston?

Aug 6th, 2021 11m 37s

This week, we explore what Paul Revere was doing during and just after the Siege of Boston, which took place between April 1775 and March 1776. Where was Paul Revere Jr. during the Siege of Boston?Boston1775's various blog posts about the Siege

Archeology at the Paul Revere House

Jun 11th, 2021 10m 45s

This week, we're talking privies, drains, and sewers! We're discussing various digs done our site in recent years, and what archeology can teach us about the past, and help us preserve it for the future.Massachusett websiteInteractive map to le

Midnight Ride Q&A with Robert and Adrienne

Apr 19th, 2021 26m 2s

This week, we're taking listener and visitor questions all about Paul Revere's Midnight Ride in 1775. We talk horse names, mystery trunks, and family drama in this episode. Did we miss something you're curious about? Shoot us an email at prever

Revere Family Images and Depictions

Apr 2nd, 2021 10m 52s

How do we know what Paul and Rachel looked like, and how has the Midnight Ride been depicted over the years? Tune in to find out!Copley's Paul Revere: https://collections.mfa.org/objects/32401Dunkerley's Rachel Revere: https://collections.mfa.o

Becoming Mothers: Sarah and Rachel Revere

Mar 18th, 2021 10m 20s

In this episode we explore what pregnancy and birth may have looked like for Paul's two wives, Sarah Orne and Rachel Walker. While we don't sources directly from them describing their experiences, Laurel Thatcher Ulrich's book A Midwife's Tale

Illuminating 1771

Mar 12th, 2021 11m 18s

Paul Revere's Illuminations on March 5, 1771 did not occur in a vacuum. What was going on in Boston and with the Revere family at the time, and what impact might they have had on the Sons of Liberty? Listen in to this episode, which comes as pa

The life and symbolism of Christopher Seider

Feb 22nd, 2021 9m 32s

This episode contains content that might be disturbing to some listenersOn February 22, 1770, an 11 year old boy was shot and killed in the North End of Boston. What was the source of this violence, and what were its consequences? And, one year

Happy Birthday Paul!

Dec 21st, 2020 5m 59s

In the spring of 2019, the Paul Revere House received a unique collections item - a Revere family bible. In this bible Paul wrote his birthday, confirming a date that we had suspected but not confirmed for decades. Resource explaining Julian vs

Revere Holidays

Dec 17th, 2020 9m 17s

The Revere family may have observed a few holidays around this time of year in December, but perhaps not in the way you might think. Listen in to discover what they may have been gathering for, and how their celebrations differed from many of o

Restoration and Early Days of the Paul Revere House

Dec 8th, 2020 10m 15s

It is taken for granted today that we should preserve and protect the Paul Revere House, but it hasn't always been this way! What motivated the restoration and preservation of the house? What was the neighborhood like when the museum opened in

Pierce-Hichborn House

Nov 24th, 2020 10m 24s

What about that brick building you see looming over the Revere House courtyard? That's the Pierce/Hichborn House, built in 1711. Listen to learn more about is architectural and peopled history, starting with window making, bookies, and Paul Rev

Lathrop Place

Oct 31st, 2020 7m 31s

While our primary interpretive focus at the PRMA is on the Revere family and the Revere House, we have two other great historic structures that we maintain and use. Listen in to learn about the history of Lathrop Place, the 1835 building that n

The Revere/Rivoire Connection

Oct 20th, 2020 11m 28s

Did you know the last name 'Revere' was an altered name that Paul Revere's father created after immigrating to America? Learn more about his experience as an immigrant in 18th century Boston, and how Paul Revere himself kept in contact with his

Where was Paul Revere Jr. during the Siege of Boston?

Oct 3rd, 2020 8m 6s

Paul Revere's 15 year old son was asked to stay behind in Boston while his family evacuated to Watertown from 1775-March of 1776, while the town was under a siege. We don't know a lot about Paul's life during this time, but there are a few tant

Paul Revere and Dr. Joseph Warren

Sep 26th, 2020 11m 14s

While Paul Revere's name is known nationally today, Dr. Joseph Warren's name is generally left out of historical narratives of the American Revolution. What was the connection between these two central figures to the early stages of revolution

Advocacy and Activism Through the Written Word

Sep 12th, 2020 8m 8s

What are the intersections between Judith Sargent Murray's writings, Deborah Sampson's Revolutionary service, and Paul Revere? Listen in to find out!Show Notes:More about Judith Sargent Murrayhttps://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/bi

Paul Revere's Apprenticeships

Aug 12th, 2020 7m

What was Paul Revere's education, and how did he become a silversmith? Listen in to learn about his journey through his apprenticeship, and how he carried on the tradition of this educational model!

Paul Revere and Penobscot

Jul 29th, 2020 12m 11s

Things did not go smoothly for Paul Revere in the American Revolution after his famous Midnight Ride. In fact, his time during the war ended with a court-martial, but the reason for it might not be what you think. Listen in to this episode to l

Revisit the Ride: Was Paul Revere's Ride Important?

Jul 10th, 2020 6m 57s

In our final Revisit the Ride week episode we explore how significant Paul Revere's actions actually were. We know that there were other riders with various missions on April 18-19, 1775, so just how important was Revere's role? Listen in to fi

Revisit the Ride: Were There Other Riders?

Jul 9th, 2020 5m 34s

In today's episode in our Revisit the Ride week, we explore the question of other riders on the night of April 18/19 1775. Was Paul Revere a lone rider, or were there others with the same mission that night? Listen in to find out!

Revisit the Ride: What Actually Happened on the Midnight Ride?

Jul 8th, 2020 6m 37s

To continue our Revisit the Ride week, today we explore the question of what actually happened on the Midnight Ride. Paul Revere's actions on April 18-19, 1775, have become a mix of fact and lore, so listen in to sift through legend and reality

Revisit the Ride: What Did Paul Revere Actually Say?

Jul 7th, 2020 7m 8s

In continuing our week of returning to the Midnight Ride, today we explore what Paul Revere actually say on April 18-19, 1775. He is most connected to the phrase 'The British are coming!', but does it have historical legs? Listen and find out!

Revisit the Ride: Did Paul Revere Do Other Rides?

Jul 6th, 2020 9m 5s

In looking ahead to Phase 3 in Boston's reopening, we are returning this week to our most frequently asked questions on Paul Revere's famous Midnight Ride! Today, we explore if Revere made other rides, and if so, what was the purpose of them?

Paul Revere's North End

Jul 3rd, 2020 8m 40s

Paul Revere was a life-long resident of Boston's North End, and some of his most prominent haunts are still scattered around the neighborhood today. Learn about Revere's hotspots and the changes that occurred in the neighborhood during his life