Prospect Hill Monument
Historic monument and tower in Somerville, Massachusetts, commemorating the first raising of the American flag on American soil in 1776.

πŸ“œ Historic 34-foot tall, four-story granite tower and monument, built in 1903 in Somerville, Massachusetts.πŸ” Located atop Prospect Hill Park, this significant site commemorates the first American flag raising on January 1, 1776, during the Siege of Boston, playing a role in both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.# Why GoπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Explore American Revolutionary War history and learn about the first American flag raising on American soil.πŸ‘€ Enjoy panoramic views of Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge.πŸ›οΈ Visit a historic 1903 granite tower and explore a monument with deep historical significance.πŸŽ‰ Witness annual New Year's Day flag-raising reenactments.# TipsπŸ—“οΈ Annual flag-raising ceremonies are held on New Year's Day.πŸ“ Find it at 68 Munroe St, Somerville, Massachusetts, located a block from Union Square.

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