Boston: With spring thaw come more Freedom Trail tours

As New Englanders thaw out from a winter they’d probably like to forget, the opportunities to see where history was made in Boston during the American Revolutionary War are growing.

The number of daily walking tours along the Freedom Trail doubled from two to four on April 1 and will climb to 10 come May 1.

During the 90-minute “Walk into History” tour, visitors see 11 historic sites along the Freedom Trail -- easily identifiable by the line of red paint down the sidewalks -- between Boston Common and Faneuil Hall. Guides in 18^th century costume share tales of mob agitation, revolt and treason.

Tours in April depart at 11 a.m., noon, 1 and 2 p.m. from the Boston Common Visitor Information Center.

The Freedom Trail Foundation also offers some fascinating, but less frequent, tours. They include:

--“African-American Patriots.” This tour shares the stories of black Bostonians who played integral roles in the struggle for American independence from Britain.

--“Historic Pub Crawl.” Guides lead guests through a maze of the city’s 18^th century drinking establishments, in which talk of revolution fermented.

--“Pirates and Patriots.” While winding through alleys, backstreets and docks, tales are told of the merchants, mercenaries and swashbucklers of Colonial America.

Times, prices and booking procedures vary by tour. Information can be obtained online or by calling (617) 357-8300.

Tour purchases help fund the preservation of many historic buildings to protect them from the ravages of time and weather.

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