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Revere, Massachusetts

Located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, Revere was founded in 1636. Revere Beach (1896) was the first public beach in America. Named for Paul Revere of the midnight ride.
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Founded 1636 | Population 62,000 | Peak 62,000 (2024) | County Suffolk County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Revere, Massachusetts

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1636 Founded: Originally Rumney Marsh.
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1896 Revere Beach: First public beach in America.
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1914 Named for Paul Revere: City status.
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2010 Modern Era: Revere continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Revere

Feb 13, 2016
Mom and Dad who Neglected Starved Baby Learn Their Fates
BOSTON — In a case that shocked many, a Massachusetts couple faced the consequences of their actions on February 13, 2016, after…
Mar 19, 2015
Woman Whose Car Flipped Over Thinks Man Coming Help Then Sees what Hes
BOSTON — On a rainy March evening in 2015, Sarah Thompson’s drive home took a terrifying turn when her car skidded off the…
Jan 16, 2015
Mom Warns Other Parents After Cvs Medication Debacle Almost Ended Tragedy
BOSTON, Jan. 16, 2015 — A routine pharmacy visit nearly turned tragic for a Massachusetts mom, who says a mix-up at her local CV…

Complete Historical Timeline

1636 Culture
Founded
1896 Culture
Revere Beach
1914 Government
Named for Paul Revere
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Revere Beach (1896) was the first public beach in America.
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Named for Paul Revere of the midnight ride.
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On the Blue Line — direct access to downtown Boston.
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Revere is located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts.
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Revere was founded in 1636.

Famous People from Revere, Massachusetts

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John Cazale
Actor, Character Actor · Born Aug 12, 1935 · Died Mar 13, 1978 (age 42)
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Bill Macy
Stage Actor, Television Actor · Born May 18, 1922 · Died Oct 17, 2019 (age 97)
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Steve Riley
Drummer, Musician · Born Jan 22, 1956 · Died Oct 24, 2023 (age 67)

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