Concert Hall

The Concert Hall was a three-story brick building at the intersection of Hanover and Queen Streets in Boston, featuring thirty windows. It served multiple purposes including musical performances, formal dinners, dance classes, subscription balls, and important civic gatherings.

Stephen Deblois constructed the building in 1752 as one of Boston's early performance venues. Architect Charles Bulfinch renovated it in 1787, improving the interior and expanding its capacity, before demolition occurred in 1869 to make way for street expansion.

The hall served as a gathering place for Freemasons and hosted concerts featuring works by Bach and Handel. Visitors experienced performances of classical masters' music while participating in a community that met regularly to share ideas.

The building occupied a central location in Boston's downtown at an easy-to-reach street intersection. Its three-story structure provided ample space to accommodate many different events simultaneously.

The venue hosted many important moments in Boston's cultural life and drew visitors from across the region. Its ability to accommodate different types of events made it a versatile center for cultural and civic activities during its 117 years of operation.

Location: Boston

Inception: 1752

GPS coordinates: 42.36040,-71.06030

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:21