Across the State of Massachusetts, communities and institutions are celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution with events, exhibits, special tours, programs, festivals, performances, and much more. Bookmark this page to join events and celebrations statewide.
April 4 to May 31, 2025 Public Art: Commemorative Banners and Audio Tour Arlington Center, outside along Mass Avenue People, Plants & Revolution is the theme for a series of […]
Arlington Restaurant Week Sunday, April 12-Monday, April 21 Arlington’s diverse cuisine, representing all corners of the world, will be on display during Arlington Restaurant Week. Running from Sunday, April 12 […]
Free admission (9:00 am – 5:00 pm), including access to the immersive April 19, 1775 galleries to see the original lantern from Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride and the new […]
Lexington History Museums is open on a special schedule for April 19! We will be open early to accommodate visitors in town for the big reenactment, and will be closing […]
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 […]
Exhibition: April 14 - June 14, 2025 Opening Reception April 14, 6 p.m. The Umbrella Arts Center in historic Concord Center will commemorate the semiquincentennial of the American Revolution and […]
In celebration of the American Revolution’s ideals of freedom and equality, ArtsArlington has invited the fber artists of Princeton Sankofa Stitchers Modern Quilt Guild to share their powerful quilt blocks […]
250th Block Party Timeline All DAY EVENTS 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Turnpike. Community Day at the Concord Museum, enjoy free admission to the Museum to […]
Join fellow history lovers for a pre-dawn journey to the 250th-anniversary reenactment of the "shot heard `round the world" - the battles of Concord & Lexington! Following the 6 a.m. […]
The Lexington Minute Men will conduct the 250th Anniversary Reenactment of the Civilian Evacuation of the Battle of Lexington and the Battle of Lexington on the Lexington Battle Green on […]
Join us for freshly made pancakes and sausage, oranges and unlimited beverages-- hot coffee/tea, hot chocolate, and juice. Matzo, vegetarian sausage and takeaway options available. When: Saturday April 19, from […]
To celebrate Patriots' Day, the Church of Our Redeemer, 6 Meriam Street, will host its annual Patriots' Day Pancake Breakfast Saturday, April 19 from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM in […]
On this day celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, the Inn at Hastings Park’s Town Meeting Bistro will be offering a special Patriot’s Day buffet and á […]
Lexington History Museums is open on a special schedule for April 19! We will be open early to accommodate visitors in town for the big reenactment, and will be closing […]
The Lexington Visitors Center is holding extended hours on Saturday April 19 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.. During this time, the Center will be open for anyone looking to […]
April 19 Patriot’ Day: 6 a.m.: Dawn Salute (Muster at Buttrick Hillside at 5:45am, 6am Dawn Salute) 8:30 a.m.: Parade Begins 9:30 a.m.: North Bridge Ceremony MID-DAY: Parade Ends 1 […]
APRIL 19 PATRIOTS’ DAY: 6:00AM: DAWN SALUTE (Muster at Buttrick Hillside at 5:45am, 6am Dawn Salute) 8:30AM: PARADE BEGINS 9:30AM: NORTH BRIDGE CEREMONY MID-DAY: PARADE ENDS 1-7:30PM: CONCORD250 BLOCK PARTY […]
First Baptist Church of Lexington is holding their annual Patriot’s Day Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 19th from 6 a.m.-10 a.m. “All you can eat” pancakes, sausages, orange juice and […]
Be part of a historic tradition by registering for the 111th Lexington Lions Patriots Day 5 Mile Road Race! Set against the backdrop of scenic Lexington on April 19, 2025, […]
250 years ago Needham residents helped repel British attacks on Lexington and Concord. The Needham Militia’s 12.6 mile march to join the battle started at the Townsend Green (Nehoiden and […]
Join us for a special USS Lexington Ceremony commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, the historic clash that ignited the American Revolution. On the morning of April […]
This is the signature living history event at Minute Man National Historical Park, featuring hundreds of volunteer reenactors. Throughout the day, learn about the events of April 19, 1775, from […]
Old Parish Preservation Volunteers (OPPV) of Norwood, Massachusetts will be hosting a ceremony in Old Parish Cemetery on Saturday, April 19, 2025 beginning at 10:00 am. This event will commemorate […]
Join Reference Librarian Lauren Gray for a gallery talk on the exhibition "1775: Rebels, Rights & Revolution," which charts major Massachusetts events in the first year of the American Revolution. […]
On Saturday, April 19 at 10 a.m., East Longmeadow will celebrate the anniversary of the American Revolution with a ceremony on the lawn in front of Town Hall. The American […]
Hosted by the Lexington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, this public ceremony will include a tree dedication service, U.S. Flag rituals, patriotic music by the William Diamond […]
The Agawam Historical Association will host an 18th century encampment and militia muster with the 25th Continental Regiment and Green Valley Homestead reenactment groups at the historic Thomas Smith House, […]
All-day event. At 10 AM at Liberty Square, we will hear short speeches on the importance of Patriot's Day and lay wreaths and play Taps to honor Littleton Revolutionary War […]
Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in […]
After the 250th Battle of Lexington Anniversary Reenactment, the morning will pivot to an exciting and never-before-seen Patriotic Performance and demonstration by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, in […]
11 a.m. Children’s Workshop in the Meeting House Hat making. Children (and others) will make paper tri-cornered hats and be given a “Capt. Bancroft’s Company” flag. Demonstrations by reenactors during […]
We invite YOU to join us in re-enacting part of the Townsend Minutemen’s March to Concord. On April 19 1775 a cannon was fired on the Town Common to summon […]
The Congregational Library & Archives presents a new in-person exhibition, "Sacred Rebellion: Congregationalists in Revolutionary Massachusetts." The exhibition highlights the stories of Massachusetts Congregationalists drawn from the CLA’s important collections. […]
On April 19, the actual first day of the American Revolution, we celebrate with food and craft beverages the passage of Paul Revere and William Dawes through present-day Arlington to […]
On the exact 250th anniversary of Lexington and Concord, come celebrate America's legacy of patriotism and revolution! "Keepers of the Revolution" seeks to Educate, Entertain, and Inspire patriots of all […]
Join us on April 19th for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture! Embark on […]
250 years ago, Needham residents helped repel British attacks on Lexington and Concord. The East Needham Militia’s 12.6-mile march to join the battle started at the Townsend Green (Nehoiden and […]
“Scenes From The Revolution” is ready for Concord250 Please join us after the parade at The Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden St. Concord MA on Saturday, April 19, 2025, […]
Lexington’s Patriots’ Day Parade honors Lexington’s history as the birthplace of liberty and provides a fun-filled afternoon for families of all ages. This year’s parade on Saturday, April 19, at […]
“Scenes From The Revolution” is ready for Concord250 Please join us after the parade at The Performing Arts Center at 51 Walden St. Concord MA on Saturday, April 19, 2025, […]
Colonial Music Celebration Concert at Martha Mary Chapel Wayside Inn Grounds Sudbury, MA Deirdre Sweeney and Al Petty perform an extensive repertoire of 18th century dance music, as well as […]
Longfellow's Wayside Inn Historic Dinner Tickets: $65 | Per Person ($10 off for those who dress up in colonial attire!) (Tickets at RESY.com) $55 | TWIF members (Please call 978-443-1776x1) […]
We invite you to attend the Patriot's Day Candlelight Tribute at Westlawn Cemetery on April 19! It's an incredible opportunity to honor the brave men from Westford who served during […]
This will be the culmination of the Patriot's Day Celebration for the 250th Anniversary of the first battle of the American revolution in Lexington. It will feature music related to […]
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