The National Parks of Boston to continue its restoration of the historic Bunker Hill Monument
The National Parks of Boston is continuing its $1.4 million preservation and restoration of the historic Bunker Hill Monument as the city prepares for the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill in June 2025.
On August 30, National Parks officials will host a ‘Bunker Hill Monument Neighborhood update’ at the Bunker Hill Museum. The free event features a talk about the Monument’s restoration by Historical Architect Lance Kasparian, followed by a Q&A with park staff.
The Bunker Hill Monument currently remains open with security fencing at the base and a covered walkway to ensure members of the public can safely visit and access the historic Monument and Lodge.
The restoration work includes critical masonry repairs to address chronic water infiltration at the top of the Monument to prevent deterioration and ensure safe conditions for visitors. Work began at the end of July 2023 to meet weather, temperature, and schedule requirements.
The project is slated for completion by the end of the calendar year.
Visitors can still enjoy the view from the observation deck at this time, but restoration work will cause obstructions after Labor Day.
New, onsite touch kiosks featuring 360-degree virtual views from the top of the monument and an interactive map exploring the Siege of Boston and changing shoreline are now available at the Bunker Hill Lodge and Museum.
The National Parks of Boston recently restored the stairs leading up to the Monument, the perimeter iron fence is being restored and painted, and conservation treatment on the bronze Colonel William Prescott statue that stands in front of the Bunker Hill Monument is underway.
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