Perhaps the most important building in
the area is The Cabildo, which is now a
museum and a historic site, where the
Louisiana Purchase was signed in 1803.
“The Cabildo is one of the most histori-
cally significant buildings in America.
Built between 1795 and 1799, The Ca-
bildo served as the seat of government
in New Orleans during the Spanish colo-
nial period.”
To visit The Cabildo, you will pay around
$6 per person, but hours of operation
differ and prices vary depending on
which tour you decide to take. For more
information on tours and sightseeing
around the French Quarter, visit the
Louisiana State Museum’s website.
LEXINGTON & CONCORD
Another famous battle site to visit is the
Battle of Lexington and Concord. The
battle was “the first engagement of the
American Revolution.” This battle was
fought between the British and militia-
men from Massachusetts, and was more
of a raid and an ambush in some cases,
as the militiamen attempted to drive out
the British troops. The road from Boston
to Concord is now the battle site and is
protected within the Minute Man Na-
tional Park.
Park fees are $7 for adults, and children
16 and under are free, but this is not for
entrance. Entrance is free. However, if
you would like a guided tour, you will
have to pay the visitors center. Visit the
site of “the shot heard ‘round the world,”
as you make your way to Concord’s
North Bridge. The famous Minute Man
Statue, followed by the bridge and
the conserved landscape, is a picture
you will not want to miss out on.
Take a guided tour and
don’t miss the Road to
Revolution, a theatrical
program that gives
insight into what led
up to this important
moment in history.
During certain times of the year, you
can catch men in costume, view a
musket firing demonstration, and par-
ticipate in real battle formations.
These activities will give you entirely
new insight on what these soldiers
fought for and just how influential their
actions are still to this day.
LEXINGTON
& CONCORD