The revolutionary battle that reshaped New Bedford forever
Before it became the Whaling City, New Bedford was known to harbor ‘nests of rebels’ A towering pillar of flame, ash, and smoke rose from Bedford Village and Olde Dartmouth. Click […]
Western Massachusetts Commemorates America 250 with Henry Knox Trail Events
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence, with various free celebrations planned across western Massachusetts throughout January. Key events include a reenactment of Henry Knox’s cannon […]
America turns 250 this year. These Mass. restaurants and inns are even older
It’s a big year for the United States, with 2026 marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. That’s an awesome legacy. But there are […]
America250 Kicks Off in Philadelphia, Texas, Virginia, South Carolina, and Massachusetts: A Year-Long National Festival of History and Pride
As the United States officially enters 2026, the long-awaited “America250” (Semiquincentennial) celebrations have begun in full force, transitioning from years of planning into a year-long national festival. With major events […]
First Night Boston puts diversity and culture at center stage
Bundled in three layers, a red woolen coat, and a “Happy New Year” top hat sprouting streamers and twinkling lights, Lela Rios took her spot along the city’s First Night […]
Q&A: Kate Fox talks MA250, heritage tourism, and why travel is essential
Massachusetts tourism chief Kate Fox shares how MA250 will spotlight the state’s Revolutionary roots, elevate all 351 communities, and turn 2026 into a breakout moment for visitors. Click here to […]
The Culture Show: Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll and BSO’s Chad Smith, remembering Frank Gehry, and Martin Puryear: Nexus
The Culture Show’s continue our “Countdown to 2026” series with a preview of next July’s Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. It will headline the Commonwealth’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Lieutenant […]
Revisiting a revolution through poetry
There are several narratives surrounding the American Revolution, a well-traveled and -documented series of events leading to the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence and the war that […]
50 years ago, reenactors walked the Henry Knox cannon trail. This year will be different
This year’s commemoration of Henry Knox’s logistical feat, transporting cannon 300 miles from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston during the American Revolution, will look different from the one in which Dennis […]
Building Tourism Momentum: Arlington’s 250th Anniversary Creates Lasting Impact, Here’s All You Need to Know
Arlington’s Massachusetts recently became a tourism hotspot due to the Quarter Millennial Celebration. Form the town’s cultural institutions to the hospitality sector, the town now enjoys a long-needed stimulation to […]
