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Built in 1723, Old North Church is Boston’s oldest surviving church building and an icon of the American Revolution. Old North is famous for the events of April 18, 1775, when allies of Paul Revere secretly climbed the steeple and held high two lanterns as a signal that British forces were marching to Lexington and Concord by sea across the Charles River and not by land. This daring act ignited the Revolution. Come and explore Old North with a guided tour of the church's crypt, balcony, or bell ringing chamber. If you prefer to self-guide, we offer an immersive handheld audio tour of Old North's majestic sanctuary. For those with limited time, our general admission includes access to the sanctuary and exhibit and the chance to chat with our knowledgeable Educators. Old North's beautiful campus is also home to two gift shops and the Printing Office of Edes & Gill, which offers free colonial printing demonstrations.Built in 1723, Old North Church is Boston’s oldest surviving church building and an icon of the American Revolution. Old North is famous for the events of April 18, 1775, when allies of Paul Revere secretly climbed the steeple and held high two lanterns as a signal that British forces were marching to Lexington and Concord by sea across the Charles River and not by land. This daring act ignited the Revolution. Come and explore Old North with a guided tour of the church's crypt, balcony, or bell ringing chamber. If you prefer to self-guide, we offer an immersive handheld audio tour of Old North's majestic sanctuary. For those with limited time, our general admission includes access to the sanctuary and exhibit and the chance to chat with our knowledgeable Educators. Old North's beautiful campus is also home to two gift shops and the Printing Office of Edes & Gill, which offers free colonial printing demonstrations.