Meet Our Guides

Boston Town Crier’s engaging tour guides portray characters from Colonial Boston, with one foot in the past and one in the present.

In other words, they immerse you in the Revolutionary era but don’t mind directing you to the nearest Dunkin!

Donald Watson

(Portrays James Otis)

Founder of Boston Town Crier Tours, Donald was the first guide to give Freedom Trail walking tours, starting 20 years ago. He has received commendations from governors and senators, and has been the personal tour guide for dignitaries and diplomats.

John Mahoney

(Portrays John Gill)

Published writer, historian, and storyteller with a great sense of humor. A true Bostonian, born and raised in Charlestown, MA.

Jeff Cordoba

(Portrays Samuel Gray)

Jeff has served as an educator of history for over forty years and was the recipient of the MasterTeacher award. He has traveled extensively throughout the United States as well as the globe working for a major airline. Working professionally as an award-winning actor and director, he has been seen on stage and screen alike. Jeff portrays patriot provocateur Samuel Grey who was killed at the Boston Massacre.

Adri Leemput

(Portrays Robert Newman)

A native of Belgium, Adri knows more about the American Revolution than the average American citizen! He portrays Robert Newman, sexton of the Old North Church.

David Stokle

(Portrays Benjamin Edes)

Marathon runner, artist, sculptor, photographer, historian, and fluent French speaker.