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EPISODE · Aug 7, 2026 · 8 MIN

America’s Oldest Tavern:and the Stories It Still Holds

from Whispers of Boston: History Uncovered · host Amy Burtt

In 1795, a small tavern opened near Boston’s waterfront, and never closed. Today, the Bell in Hand Tavern is known as America’s oldest continuously operating tavern. But its story isn’t just about age. It became a place where news moved without being announced, where conversations carried further than written words, and where the pulse of the city could be felt in real time.If you enjoy stories like this, you can find more on YouTube:    http://www.youtube.com/@LovingHistory-ko7qb

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