Boston's Gilded Age
When:
Sunday, May 05, 2024 4:30p -
6:00p
Sunday, May 05, 2024 4:30p -
6:00p
Where:
In front of Arlington St Church
Arlington St and Boylston St
Boston, MA
Admission:
$Adults $17, Children (6-12) $10, Children (under 6) Free
Hosted by:
Categories:
Date Idea, Good for Groups, History, Outside
Event website:
https://bostonbyfoot.org/tours/boston-s-gilded-age/
During the Gilded Age of the late nineteenth century, Boston's Back Bay was alive with social clubs and thriving cultural institutions. On this tour we will explore the favorite haunts of Boston's upper-class, often known as "Boston Brahmins." Though "Brahmins" had a reputation for being exclusive and elitist, many of these men and women were active in making our city—and the whole nation—a better place to live. They fought to abolish slavery and to recognize women’s rights, and they built libraries, colleges, museums and orchestras. Though this elite generation of wealthy activists was often philanthropic, on this tour we’ll also discuss their limitations and shortcomings.
