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SUMMARY:Ride to Freedom: A Revolutionary Family Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Fall River invites families to experience history in motion. Ride to Freedom: A Revolutionary Family Celebration brings together storytelling\, hands-on activities\, and live reenactments to mark the spirit of Paul Revere’s midnight ride—right here in the Spindle City. \nDesigned for all ages\, this event transforms a day out into an interactive journey through the Revolutionary era\, where kids can explore\, create\, and imagine what life was like in 1775. \nEvent Schedule: \n11:00AM\n• Free Carousel Rides (11 AM – 2 PM)\n• Live Radio Broadcast with Fun 107\n• Revolutionary-Era Displays & Demonstrations\n• Wedges of Time Spinning Demonstration\n• Craft & Activity Area: Paper Lantern “Signal Station” Craft\n• Dress-Up Station (Upper Level) – Kids can try on colonial hats and clothing—perfect for photos while riding the carousel.\n• Colonial Lawn Games (Outside) – Step outside for classic games that bring history to life through play.\n• Lafayette-Durfee House Information Table – Learn more\, browse merchandise\, and don’t miss the FREE giveaways!\n• “Revolutionary Specials” at Gathering Grounds Cafe – Coffee\, tea\, and themed refreshments available for purchase. \n12:00 PM – Featured Moment\nPaul Revere Rides the Carousel – A can’t-miss highlight of the day!\nPhoto opportunities with Paul Revere \n12:15 PM – Storytime on the Stage\nLive Reading: The Landlord’s Tale (Midnight Ride of Paul Revere)\nPresented by David R. Mello\, Director of Children’s Services at the Fall River Public Library.\nKids are invited to gather and listen as this iconic story is brought to life. \n12:30 – 1:00 PM – Hands-On Craft\n“Minuteman” Craft Activity\nContinue the creative fun with a guided craft inspired by Revolutionary history. \n1:00 PM – Live Music\nBristol County Fife & Drum Performance\nA lively musical experience (weather permitting) to close out the day with authentic Revolutionary sounds. \nWhether you stay for an hour or the full afternoon\, Ride to Freedom is designed to let families explore at their own pace—mixing education\, creativity\, and just the right amount of fun.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/ride-to-freedom-a-revolutionary-family-celebration/
LOCATION:Fall River Carousel at Battleship Cove\, Water Street 5\, Fall River\, Massachusetts\, 02721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Event,Outdoors,Reenactment
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