Lesser-known battles — and people — will fight for attention as state marks more 250th anniversaries
‘This history is not about just a bunch of white men who have statues representing them’
Mass. is preparing for the Battle of Lexington and Concord’s 250th anniversary
It’s been almost a quarter of a millennium since Massachusetts and a dozen other colonies formally declared their independence from the British Empire, and as the historical celebrations ramp up, planners are searching for answers about funding, transportation and public safety.
Mike Kirby: The British, and others, are coming
Tall Ships are returning to Boston July 11-16, 2026, which organizers expect will attract 5 million visitors to the state. Above, the barque Europa, of the Netherlands, departs Boston following Sail Boston in 2009.
250-year-old musket balls from ‘Shot Heard ‘Round the World’ discovered at Massachusetts park
Early analysis indicates colonial militia members fired them at British forces during the North Bridge fight in Concord on April 19, 1775, according to the National Park Service.
Live From IPW: The 250th Anniversary Celebration in Massachusetts with Kate Fox
Hear from Kate Fox, Executive Director at the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism, on participating in the Media Marketplace at IPW, working with other destinations, and optimism in travel and tourism.
Revolution, football and tall ships all set for Boston, Massachusetts in 2026
Massachusetts and its capital Boston are encouraging international trade to take advantage of a big year for the state in 2026. Not only does Massachusetts have a state-wide programme of […]
IPW: Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism Shared MA 250 Commemoration Plans
On Tuesday, the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) hosted a press conference at US Travel’s IPW International Travel Show in Los Angeles, California. The press conference highlighted the […]
IPW 2024: Massachusetts showcases American Revolution 250th celebration plans
The Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism revealed some plans for MA 250 – commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Presenting at the IPW 2024 travel show in […]
Fed’s ‘beige book’ casts bright light on Mass. tourism in 2024
A recent survey of banking and business contacts around New England found tourism to be a bright spot in the regional economy, one with a “very bullish” outlook for the […]
