The Old State House in Boston is one of the landmarks of the city with a historical significance. This legislative building is positioned at a convenient location at the junction of Boston State Streets and Washington. After being democratically elected, the legislature assembly primarily functioned from this public building. The Old State House of Boston had been attended by many international personalities in the past like Queen Elizabeth II, historian Walter Muil Whitehill and poet David McCord. Many politicians had addressed their speeches at the audience from the balcony of Old State House. Every cornerstone of this building carries some historical significance. The functions of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, Council Chamber of the Royal Governor, Merchant's Exchange continued from this historical building, which was built in 1713. After 1841, the Old State House was opened for commercial purpose. The Old State House is also referred as the “Towne House” of Boston.
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At present, the historical society of Boston, Boston Society operates the Old State House. A museum has been established in one portion of this building. This museum houses a rich collection of art works and historical documents of Boston. The collection includes various kinds of paintings and drawings, equipments related to fighting and military, marine equipments and many more. The library of Old State House comprises books, maps, photographs, drawings related to architecture, manuscripts and all. The Upper Chamber has been specially reserved by the Boston Society with an aim for some future development.
The symbols of the London royal government, a lion and a unicorn adorn the eastern entrance of Old State House. This magnificent building can be visited by the tourists on all days of the week. Few functions like wedding, music events are frequently held in the interiors of Old State House.
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