Boston National Historical Park

Have you ever wondered why Boston National Historical Park is one of the most popular destinations for visitors to Boston? There are many historical attractions within the park. Most of the Boston National Historical Park sites are connected by the Freedom Trail. Recognized as a National Recreation Trail, the 3-mile trail is a walking tour of 16 sites and structures of historic importance in downtown Boston and Charlestown. Faneuil Hall In early 18th-century Boston a number …

…of the season. The Jefferson salamander generally feeds on insects and other invertebrate species. Because the adult salamanders spend most of the time, outside of the breeding season, hidden in the ground or under leaf litter their exact feeding habits are not known. 50% of the Jefferson Salamander population will die each year during hibernationbecause they do not migrate to a warmer area over winter. The Jefferson salamander is not currently listed as threatened or endangered.