Skip to main content
Go Pro

Old State House

Old State House - Photo by Nils Huenerfuerst1 / 1
📷Nils Huenerfuerst

The Old State House, located at the heart of downtown Boston, is one of the city’s most historically significant buildings and a standout subject for architectural photography. Built in 1713, its brick façade, white trim provide a striking contrast to the surrounding glass and steel towers. This visual contrast between old and new creates compelling compositions, especially from street level along the Freedom Trail. Early morning light or evening blue hour enhances the warm tones of the building while softening the urban background. The site is easily accessible by foot or public transit and offers a unique opportunity to capture Boston’s layered architectural history. (Boston, Massachusetts, USA)

herohistoriclandmarkmuseumarchitectureurban
📍Nearby Photo Spots