TEDxBoston

Perspectives On The State House

What’s inside Boston’s “new” State House, built in 1798?

Perspectives On The State House Gain the perspectives of 20-year Beacon Hill veteran Peter Larkin and a teenage “Doric Dame.” Tour the building that inspired the U.S. Capital and once defined the Boston skyline. From the dome made out of wood, sheathed in copper, and covered in gold to the oldest continuously used constitution in the world, you’ll come away with two unique perspectives on one of Boston’s most iconic buildings.

Report

Attendees were gleaming at the opportunity to tour Massachusetts’ State House not only with a knowledgeable and energetic Doric Dame Alexandra Duplin but also with 20-year State House Veteran Peter Larkin. The two perspectives formed part of a “well-spoken and well-versed” event at the heart of the state’s government. Guests left with a new and better understanding of the State House and its history.

About TEDxBoston

What happens when a group of people rally around a radical idea and set in motion unlimited possibilities for a brighter future? A Revolution.

More than 230 years ago, ordinary citizens in Boston dreamed of a democracy and launched a revolution that changed the course of human history. That innovative spirit still thrives in our local students, educators, scientists, artists, leaders, and entrepreneurs. At TEDx Boston, we celebrate their ideas and their passion for improving the way citizens of the world learn, live, give, work, and play.

What is TEDx?

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxBoston, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxBoston event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.