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SUMMARY:The American Revolution Experience
DESCRIPTION:The American Battlefield Trust and the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution present this interesting and interactive exhibition that highlights the people and places that helped to form a new nation. This free event is being shown at “The Oaks” 140 Lincoln Street in Worcester MA\, the home of the Colonel Timothy Bigelow Chapter DAR. It will be open for public viewing on Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Sundays from 12 – 2 p.m.\, from March 22 through April 6.
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LOCATION:140 Lincoln St Worcester Ma\, Lincoln Street 140\, Worcester\, MA\, 01605\, United States
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SUMMARY:"People\, Plants & Revolution" Public Art Banners and Audio Tour
DESCRIPTION:April 4 to May 31\, 2025\nPublic Art: Commemorative Banners and Audio Tour\nArlington Center\, outside along Mass Avenue \nPeople\, Plants & Revolution is the theme for a series of colorful banners and an audio tour commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in Arlington\, MA. Organized by ArtsArlington\, the banners portray the landscape elements and important plants that shaped life in 1775 in Menotomy\, as the town was known at the time\, a colonial farming village. Learn more about these plants and how people lived\, interwoven with revolutionary history\, by listening to the audio tour – available anytime and anywhere at www.PlantStories.us. The original silkscreen art used to make the banners is on view at 13FOREST Gallery (through May 23) and the Old Schwamb Mill (through May 31). See versions of the banners up close at Robbins Memorial Town Hall (through September 6) on the second floor. All of the banners and text versions of the audio tour are available at https://artsarlington.org/plants-and-people/. \nAbout the Artists\nArtsArlington’s Public Art Curator Cecily Miller invited artists Suzanne Moseley and Liz Shepherd to design commemorative banners; they were assisted by Lily McDonald and Andrew Palladino. \nSuzanne Moseley is an experimental artist\, working in printmaking\, cyanotype and sculptural formats. She often collaborates\, recently with co-artist Liz Shepherd. Her work is in private collections\, is often grant-funded and has been exhibited in the US and abroad. Her sculptures from repurposed materials\, created with fellow artist Adrienne Shishko\, have been featured in Fiber Art Now\, The Boston Globe\, and New Visionary Magazine. Her ability to work collaboratively garners its own attention\, with invitations to discuss her experience\, most recently at Berklee College of Music\, Harvard Art Museum’s Maker Space and for an upcoming program on Newton Cable News. \nLiz Shepherd produces large-scale sculptural installations\, which bring to mind ideas about the earthly and the divine. She uses printmaking to enhance objects made of wood or paper. She also produces small\, hand-pulled print editions. In the past 15 years she has exhibited in the United States and internationally. Shepherd’s work is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston\, the Edinburgh College of Art\, Syracuse University\, Boston Children’s Hospital\, the Hanoi (Vietnam) Contemporary Art Centre and the Bernard Zuckerman Museum of Art in Kennesaw\, Georgia as well as numerous corporate and private collections. Originally from New York City\, Shepherd now lives in Boston. She received her MFA in 2006 from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts\, which awarded her the prestigious Traveling Fellowship in 2015. \nAbout the Audio Producer\nMolly Edwards\, Ph.D. produced the audio tour portion of this project. Dr. Edwards is a plant biologist turned science communicator who goes by Science IRL (‘in real life’) online. She is dedicated to telling stories that showcase the humanity and joy of being a scientist and foster a sense of belonging in STEM. In 2022 she received her Ph.D. from Harvard University\, where she studied the wild and wonderful petals of columbine flowers. During graduate school she realized her science video hobby was quickly becoming a passion project that would shape her future career. Upon graduating she founded Science IRL Productions and now works with scientists and artists to bring STEM stories to life through digital media. \nAbout ArtsArlington \nThe Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture – ArtsArlington for short – serves as the umbrella organization for all town-related arts and culture activities. Our mission is to cultivate a sustainable and supportive environment for the arts\, enliven public space with accessible creative experiences to strengthen and enrich our community\, create opportunities for artists\, and invigorate the local economy. Our Public Art Curator\, Cecily Miller\, organized four projects to commemorate Arlington250 including these commemorative banners as well as work by Nilou Moochhala\, Christopher Frost\, Asia Kepka\, and the fiber artists of Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilting Guild. See https://artsarlington.org
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/people-plants-revolution-public-art-banners-and-audio-tour/
LOCATION:Town of Arlington\, MA\, Massachusetts Avenue 730\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
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SUMMARY:Untold Stories: Public Art Commemorating Arlington 250
DESCRIPTION:On view April 5 – May 23\, this 13Forest Gallery exhibition spotlights three major public art projects commissioned by Arts Arlington and planned by Public Art Curator Cecily Miller to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution and the critical role of Arlington (formerly the Village of Menotomy) on its very first day of fighting\, on April 19\, 1775. \nFeatured artists in the exhibition include Chris Frost and Asia Kepka\, Nilou Moochhala\, and Suzanne Moseley and Liz Shepherd. \nSat April 26\, 4-6PM\, “Telling Stories”\, talk by curator Cecily Miller and the artists of Untold Stories \nSat May 10\, 4-6PM\, Show and Tell – a demonstration of natural dyeing techniques and sustainability practices in art and fashion with Asia Kepka.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/untold-stories-public-art-commemorating-arlington-250/
LOCATION:13 Forest Gallery\, Massachusetts Avenue 167a\, Arlington\, MA\, 02474\, United States
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SUMMARY:Arlington 250 Kickoff Party at the Capitol Theater
DESCRIPTION:Arlington 250 Kickoff Party at the Capitol \nA day of family fun\, history\, and entertainment in celebration of the American Revolution \nIn honor of Arlington’s rich historical significance and its pivotal role in the American Revolution\, join us for a day filled with family-friendly activities and entertainment. This festive and free event will take place on Sunday\, April 6 at Capitol Theater from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm offering something for everyone. \nEvent Highlights: \nKids Crafts: Let your little ones get creative with colonial-themed crafts. \nColonial Music & Dancing: Step back in time with live colonial-era music and traditional dancing\, perfect for the whole family. \nLecture on the Battle of Menotomy by A. Michael Ruderman \nArlington 250 Informational Displays: Learn about Arlington’s fascinating history and its role in the Revolutionary War with informational displays branded under the Arlington 250 celebration. \nSelfie Station with William Dawes: Take a selfie with one of the Revolution’s historic icons\, William Dawes\, and create a fun memory to share. \nIce Cream Sundae Bar: Free make-your-own ice cream sundae bar\, complete with all the toppings sponsored by Leader Bank \nBeer\, Wine\, Snacks: Enjoy tasty theater treats like complimentary popcorn; nachos\, pizza and\, for the adults\, beer and wine will be available for purchase. \nThis event is part of Arlington’s year-long Arlington 250 celebration\, marking the 250th anniversary of the town’s involvement in the Revolutionary War. It’s a chance to not only enjoy fun activities but also reflect on the town’s historical importance. \nBring your family\, friends\, and neighbors for a fun and educational day\, and be part of Arlington’s rich legacy as we honor our past and look toward the future. \nEvent Details: \nDate: Sunday\, April 6\, 2025 \nTime: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \nLocation: Capitol Theater\, 204 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA \nCost: Free admission\, with food and drink available for purchase. \nPresented\, in part\, by Leader Bank. For more information on this and other Arlington 250 events\, visit arlington250.org \nAbout Arlington 250: Arlington 250 is a year-long commemoration of the town’s involvement in the Revolutionary War and its contributions to American history. Through a series of events and activities\, we aim to engage the community\, celebrate our heritage\, and inspire pride in Arlington’s legacy.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/arlington-250-kickoff-party-at-the-capitol-theater/
LOCATION:Capitol Theatre\, Massachusetts Avenue 204\, Arlington\, Massachusetts\, 02474\, United States
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SUMMARY:Groton Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Groton Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary! Take a walk back in time and discover Groton’s contributions to America’s independence\, the battles in Concord\, MA\, and Boston’s Bunker Hill. \nProgram Schedule \n1 p.m. Minutemen with Fife & Drum Gather on the Minuteman Common\, Groton Center\n2 p.m. Joshua Vollmar Lecture at Lawrence Academy (Richardson-Mees Performing Arts Center) \nJoin us to discover Groton citizens’ heroic role in the American Revolution 250 years ago! Joshua Vollmar will present a historical lecture and unveil a new audio tour of Groton’s landmark Revolutionary sites. \n3 p.m. Reception to follow in the Conant Gallery
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/groton-celebrates-americas-250th-anniversary-2/
LOCATION:Lawrence Adademy; Richardson-Mees Perfoming Arts Center\, Powderhouse Road 26\, Groton\, Massachusetts\, 01450\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lecture Series:  Revisiting the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Rev250 Lecture: Dr. Danielle Allen\, James Bryant Conant University Professor\, Harvard University presents “The Declaration of Independence: A Guide for our Times” as part of the Hingham Historical Society 2024-2025 lecture series: Revisiting the American Revolution. \nThe series is an in-depth and expanded look at our Nation’s founding drama; the series features renowned historians and writers each of who will share fascinating insights on the War for Independence. A detailed brochure for the series can be found on the Hingham Historical Society website: www.hinghamhistorical.org \nSubscriptions are now on sale. Lectures are offered in person at the Hingham Heritage Museum 34 Main Street\, Hingham\, MA and via Zoom at 3:00pm. \n  \nEvent Website: https://hinghamhistorical.org/lecture-series-revisiting-the-american-revolution/ \n 
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SUMMARY:The Declaration of Independence: A Guide for Our Times
DESCRIPTION:Danielle Allen is James Bryant Conant University Professor at Harvard University and Director of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation at Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation. She is a professor of political philosophy\, ethics\, and public policy. She is also a seasoned nonprofit leader\, democracy advocate\, tech ethicist\, distinguished author\, and mom. Her many books include the widely acclaimed Our Declaration: a reading of the Declaration of Independence in defense of equality; Cuz: The Life and Times of Michael A.; Democracy in the Time of Coronavirus; and Justice by Means of Democracy. Her many edited volumes include From Voice to Influence: understanding citizenship in a digital age and A Political Economy of Justice. She writes a column on constitutional democracy for the Washington Post. $30 per person.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-declaration-of-independence-a-guide-for-our-times/
LOCATION:Hingham Heritage Museum\, Main Street 34\, Hingham\, MA\, 02043\, United States
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