Tour the State House (Family)

Visit the Massachusetts State House for a tour with Arlington’s own State Representative, Sean Garballey. This guided tour is a walk through history, not just of the building but of the Commonwealth itself. Established by an act of the legislature in 1969, the State House Tours Division now guides approximately 90,000 visitors annually through the halls of the state’s capitol building. Experience democracy in action at this landmark full of significance to both our state and our country. Please register each family member individually, including children; Ages 8+

Note: Entrance is via the General Hooker Entrance which is on Beacon Street at the top of Park Street. Walk past the statue of General Hooker up the stairs and through security. Meet in the Doric Hall on the second floor. Accessible entrance is located on Bowdoin Street. Please arrive 20 minutes early to go through security.

Proceeds from this class go toward the ACE Scholarship Fund to help make our classes accessible to all Arlington residents

Sean Garballey
Sean Garballey

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Sean Garballey started his career in public service when he was elected to the Arlington School Committee at the age of 20. He was then elected to serve the 23rd Middlesex District as one of the youngest officials in the state at the age of 22. Taking a tour of the State House with Representative Sean Garballey will be an outstanding experience.

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Fri, Oct 23rd 2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM Massachusetts State House
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Location map for Massachusetts State House