Boston's French Connection Walking Tour
When:
Sunday, Jul 14, 2019 11:00a -
12:30p
Sunday, Jul 14, 2019 11:00a -
12:30p
Where:
Lafayette Plaque
Tremont Street and Temple Place
Boston, MA 02111
Admission:
$5-15
Event website:
http://www.bostonbyfoot.org/tours/bostons-french-connection
The French have played an important part in the history of Boston. We will explore many details of their involvement as we walk through much of the Heart of the Freedom Trail and talk about and see examples of their influence. We will start at the Lafayette Plaque, then visit many gravesites in the Granary Burial Ground, talking about the Acadians and the Huguenots and their influence, both politically and commercially. At King's Chapel we will discuss the incident that ultimately resulted in the erection of the St. Sauveur Memorial Obelisk that is in front of the Chapel. We will be discussing King Louis Philippe’s stay here and the French financial help provided at the Ebenezer Hancock House. As the result of our tour discussions on French cuisine and how it influenced Boston, you even might be tempted to dine at Aquitaine, L’Espalier or La Voile.
