The First Public Museum in the United States Founded
On January 12th, 1773, the Charleston Museum, the first public museum in the United States, was founded. This institution has since played a crucial role in preserving and showcasing cultural heritage.
The Boston Tea Party Takes Place
A revolutionary act unfolded on December 16th, 1773, when American colonists, protesting against British taxation, boarded ships in Boston Harbor and dumped chests of tea into the water in what became known as the Boston Tea Party.