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Voices of a Revolution

Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA, United States

Visitors will step into a rural Massachusetts community and meet six Revolutionary-era residents—a printer, housemaid, lawyer, shopkeeper, tavern keeper, and farmer’s wife—each navigating the growing conflict in their own way. To make the experience even more immersive, guests will have an opportunity to learn about a specific person and build their own character, allowing them […]

Included with general daytime admission or membership.
Event Series Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Hear from John and Abigail Adams as they share their experiences during the American Revolution at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Enjoy musical selections from The Conchords at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free
Event Series Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Hear from John and Abigail Adams as they share their experiences during the American Revolution at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Enjoy musical selections from The Conchords at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free
Event Series Independence 250: The Conchords

Independence 250: The Conchords

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Enjoy musical selections from The Conchords at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Hear from John and Abigail Adams as they share their experiences during the American Revolution at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free
Event Series Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Hear from John and Abigail Adams as they share their experiences during the American Revolution at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Enjoy musical selections from The Conchords at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free
Event Series Independence 250: The Conchords

Independence 250: The Conchords

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Enjoy musical selections from The Conchords at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Hear from John and Abigail Adams as they share their experiences during the American Revolution at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free
Event Series Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Independence 250: John & Abigail Adams

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Hear from John and Abigail Adams as they share their experiences during the American Revolution at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Enjoy musical selections from The Conchords at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free

250 Years of Freedom & Beyond–4th of July Parade, Concert & Fireworks (Plymouth)

Plymouth MA Downtown Waterfront Area Court Street, Plymouth, MA, United States

Plymouth’s Annual 4th of July parade’s theme for 2026 is 250 Years & Beyond to celebrate our country’s birth. The day begins with the parade starting from Mayflower Business Park in North Plymouth to Plymouth Rock, with an Patriotic evening concert with the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra and finishing with fireworks over Plymouth harbor at dusk. […]

July 4th Celebration at Old North Church

Old North Church Salem Street 193, Boston, MA, United States

If you will be in the Boston area for July 4, we hope you’ll join us for our annual Independence Day celebration! Throughout the day, there will be dramatic readings of the Declaration of Independence in the sanctuary, complete with booing and hissing at the mention of the king. In our courtyard, the delightful musical […]

United States Semiquincentennial Observance & Celebration

Thomas Smith House North West Street 251, Agawam, Massachusetts, United States

Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime event as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. • Community picnic - BYOB (Bring Your Own Basket) • Reading of the Declaration of Independence • Archeological dig at the Thomas Smith House • Dedication of time capsule • Bell ringing at 2 pm - BYOB (Bring […]

Free

Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Amherst Town Hall 4 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA, United States

The Amherst Historical Society will be presenting a communal reading of the Declaration of Independence at noon on Saturday, July 4th from the steps of the Amherst Town Hall. The event will be marked by the ringing of church bells throughout the town at noon, followed by a summoning of the community to Town Hall […]

Event Series Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Adams Farm at Penn's Hill 141 Franklin St, Quincy, MA, United States

Lend your voice to these live public readings of the Declaration of Independence 250 years after it was adopted. The 11 a.m. reading will be under the tent on the Peace field grounds. The 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. readings will be held at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill, the Adamses’ home during the […]

Free
Event Series Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Adams Farm at Penn's Hill 141 Franklin St, Quincy, MA, United States

Lend your voice to these live public readings of the Declaration of Independence 250 years after it was adopted. The 11 a.m. reading will be under the tent on the Peace field grounds. The 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. readings will be held at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill, the Adamses’ home during the […]

Free

Boston Pops Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular

DCR Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade 47 David G Mugar Way, Boston, MA, United States

Celebrate July 4th with the Boston Pops and maestro Keith Lockhart and special guest stars. 2026 marks the 51st year of the Fireworks Spectacular and Lockhart’s 30th anniversary as Pops conductor. This event is free and open to the public.

Free
Event Series Independence 250: Stories of the American Revolution

Independence 250: Stories of the American Revolution

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Learn more about the many stories of the American Revolution through ranger talks and special programs. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free

Group Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Leverett Library Montague Road 75, Leverett, MA, United States

Come read the Declaration of Independence out loud together in a relay where we each read a piece. Be part of the nation-wide group readings on this day to celebrate the declaration’s 250th anniversary. We’ll have iced tea (fresh from Boston Harbor). All ages!

Arlington250 Reading: Declaration of Independence

Jason Russell House 7 Jason Street, Arlington, MA, United States

Join Arlington’s State Rep. Sean Garballey co-chair of the Special Commission on 250th Anniversary Celebration of the American Revolution, and members of Arlington Historical Society and Arlington 250 for a reading of the Declaration of Independence as it arrives in “old Menotomy”. The faithful replicas of Ezekiel Russell’s 1776 Declaration were faithfully hand-printed by Gary […]

Free

Prepared for War: Sudbury and the Massachusetts Militia on the Eve of Lexington and Concord

Sudbury History Center and Museum Old Sudbury Road 288, Sudbury, Massachusetts, United States

Join us on July 16th for a fascinating evening lecture on Sudbury and the Massachusetts Militia on the eve of Lexington and Concord! In October 1774, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress ordered towns across the Colony to prepare for war with England. In response, the Colony entered a wartime phase that included creating minute companies, stockpiling […]

$5

Reading and Celebration of the Declaration of Independence

Greylock Glen Center Gould Road 165, Adams, Massachusetts, United States

Join us as we celebrate the birth of our country with our community at the beautiful Greylock Glen Center, situated at the base of Mount Greylock, the tallest mountain in all of southern New England. Join other attendees while dressed in colonial era clothing. Commemorate and celebrate the birth of our country with our community […]

Free

Newburyport 250 Declaration of Independence Day: The Die Is Cast

Brown Square Newburyport, MA 01950 Brown Square, Newburyport, MA, United States

Commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Newburyport's first reading of the Declaration of Independence, with readings, music, reenactors and more. The Museum of Old Newbury, in Newburyport, MA, in partnership with the Custom House Maritime Museum, Lowell's Boat Shop, the First Religious Society, Theater in the Open, the City of Newburyport, the Greater Newburyport Chamber […]

Free

Paul Revere & Friends

Hazen Memorial Library 3 Keady Way, Shirley, MA, United States

Join ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll as he portrays Paul Revere with his puppets. There is no historical proof that Paul Revere actually had a talking dog, but if he did.... it might resemble Doug The Talking Dog! For children of all ages. This program is funded by the Shirley Cultural Council.

Free
Event Series Chara Percussion Ensemble in Concert: Voices of America

Chara Percussion Ensemble in Concert: Voices of America

Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center Southern Eagle Cartway 95, Brewster, Massachusetts, United States

Be amazed by the beauty and energy of Chara Percussion as they present stunning arrangements of American classics: Simple Gifts and Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland Amazing Grace by John Newton Wade in the Water, an African American Spiritual Rhapsody in Blue by Gershwin and America by Bernstein. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Students […]

$30 – $35
Event Series Chara Percussion Ensemble in Concert: Voices of America

Chara Percussion Ensemble in Concert: Voices of America

Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center Southern Eagle Cartway 95, Brewster, Massachusetts, United States

Be amazed by the beauty and energy of Chara Percussion as they present stunning arrangements of American classics: Simple Gifts and Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland Amazing Grace by John Newton Wade in the Water, an African American Spiritual Rhapsody in Blue by Gershwin and America by Bernstein. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org (Free for Students […]

$30 – $35

Semi-quincentennial Celebration and Open House at Wilder Homestead

Wilder Homestead Ashfield Road 129, Buckland, Massachusetts, United States

Take part in this once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence! Bring a picnic, hear the declaration as proclaimed 250 years ago. Have a cold ice cream treat, learn a new game and make history by signing Buckland’s Declaration. Barn and Wilder Homestead House will be open for viewing. Guided Tour of […]

God of Our Fathers: Mighty Miracles of the American Revolution

Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center Southern Eagle Cartway 95, Brewster, Massachusetts, United States

America 250 Series, In Person & Livestreamed July 26 at 3:30 pm at the Performing Arts Center, Brewster George Washington and the Battle of Monongahela, Presented by William Federer Join us for a year-long a series of monthly lectures celebrating God's miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for Independence. The Battle of the Monongahela in […]

FREE admission for all!

The Noble Train Arrives

Thomas Smith House North West Street 251, Agawam, Massachusetts, United States

During the winter of 1775-76, Henry Knox’s “Noble Train of Artillery” passed through several nearby towns en route from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston. There, the 59-pieces of captured British ordinance, hauled 300 miles over frozen rivers and snow-covered mountains by oxen and horse, played a crucial role in forcing the British evacuation of the city […]

Free

Of Thee I Sing: A Musical Tour of American History

Hawley Meeting House East Hawley Road 332, Hawley, MA, United States

Join soprano Tinky Weisblat, composer/pianist Jerry Noble, and friends for a reading of the Declaration of Independence, followed by a brief history of the United States through song. Highlights will include major wars; the best-known campaign song of all time, “Tippecanoe and Tyler Too”; African-American Spirituals; the temperance movement; the Great Depression; and much more. […]

Upton Historical Society to Host Declaration of Independence Commemoration Program

Upton Community Center 9 Milford St, Upton, Upton, United States

The Upton Historical Society will present a special program celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on Thursday April 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Upton Community Center (9 Milford St Upton). Titled “Declaration of Independence,” the program will feature a unique local perspective led by students from the History […]

Free
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