This Massachusetts most endangered historic place nods to America 250, promise of equality for all
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Stonewall National Monument, the President’s House Site and the Women’s Rights National Historic Park are among 11 sites on this year’s annual list of the most endangered historic places […]
Eat, stay and gather like it’s 1776: Massachusetts taverns celebrate America 250
As Massachusetts commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, visitors across the state are stepping into history through some of its oldest inns, taverns and gathering places. From candlelit […]
Springfield announces fourth of July event at Riverfront Park celebrating America’s 250th birthday
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The City of Springfield is gearing up to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. The annual Star Spangled Springfield is back, and the Spirit of Springfield is announcing what attendees can […]
Boston Pops announce July 4 performers for nation’s 250th
An explosion of streamers at last year’s July 4 Boston Pops performance on the Esplanade. (Courtesy Boston Symphony Orchestra/Michael Blanchard) The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, led by conductor Keith Lockhart, […]
The Boston Women Who Enforced the Boycotts
When tensions rose between the colonies and the British Crown in the years leading up to the Revolution, the debate was often framed through pamphlets, protests, and the decisions of […]
LIST: 4th of July fireworks displays set for western Massachusetts
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – 22News is working for you on when and where the 4th of July fireworks celebrations will take place in western Massachusetts this year. This year marks […]
250th Anniversary of the American Revolution
Commemorating 250 Years of Revolution in Boston 2025-2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the Siege of Boston (1775-1776). Following the first shots at Lexington and Concord, colonial forces laid siege […]
Cruising through Cape Cod: Celebrate America’s 250th in Cape Cod, Massachusetts
For generations, artists, celebrities and tourists have been charmed by the quiet allure of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The 400-square-mile peninsula is famous for its secluded beaches, picturesque seaside villages and […]
Governor joins organizers of the Massachusetts 250 anniversary events to make special announcements
A reminder of the country’s history on display in front of the convention center in Boston with the Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes & Drums performing Tuesday. Inside the convention center, […]
Liberty Poles and Local Uprisings: Massachusetts’ First Acts of Revolution
Before the first shots rang out at Lexington and Concord, the spirit of rebellion was already rising across Massachusetts, sometimes quite literally. In the years leading up to the American […]
