Riding Paul Revere’s Route 250 Years Later, Here’s What We Saw

Just a few days ago, Boston marked the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary midnight ride on April 18, 1775 — a moment that helped ignite the American Revolution. The New York Times spoke with Old North Church & Historic Site, Paul Revere House, and local historians to learn what really happened that night, how the story evolved over time, and why it still matters today.