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SUMMARY:Ken Burns | The American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Filmmaker Ken Burns to Share Early Look at His New Documentary “The American Revolution” in Lexington and Concord \n \nFilmmaker Ken Burns to Share Early Look at His New Documentary “The American Revolution” in Lexington and Concord \nThe Lex250 Commission and the Concord250 Executive Committee today announced that documentarian Ken Burns will visit Lexington and Concord on April 17 to discuss his new film\, “The American Revolution\,” timed to the start of the War of Independence on April 19\, 1775. \nBurns\, who will be joined by co-directors Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt\, along with historian Rick Atkinson\, author of “The British Are Coming\,” will participate in two events with panel discussions that day: one from 12 to 1:30 p.m. at Cary Memorial Hall in Lexington and another from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Concord-Carlisle High School in Concord. \nTo find out more\, visit Lex250.org.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/ken-burns-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Battin Hall\, Cary Memorial Building\, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Drama,Event,Memorial
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SUMMARY:Governor Bellingham Cary House Museum Open House and Historical Talk
DESCRIPTION:Chelsea artist Max Pro explores personal and cultural ties between Chelsea and the Caribbean in a compelling presentation on the history of Cuba. The Cary family\, whose historic home serves as the backdrop for this event\, lived in Chelsea while also overseeing plantations in Grenada and other Caribbean islands. Their story is intertwined with the contradictions of colonial trade and enslavement within the aspirations for freedom and prosperity that shaped the American dream. This talk highlights contemporary immigrant experiences between these two regions. \nAbout Max Pro\nMax Corona\, also known as Max Pro\, was born and raised in Chelsea\, where his family has deep roots\, with his grandparents having migrated from Cuba. Max’s artistic journey began at the age of four when he first watched his mother draw a flower. From there\, his art continued to grow\, and his creative journey expanded. An avid member of Chelsea’s community\, Max has contributed several public art pieces around the city. After spending 15 years in the healthcare industry\, he discovered peace\, solitude\, and therapy through his art. \nMax’s artwork incorporates a wide range of materials\, including recycled items\, and is inspired by colors that evoke memories of nature\, aiming to spark meaningful conversations. His love for comic books and time travel has greatly influenced his creativity. \nAbout the House\nThis building and the acreage surrounding the Governor Bellingham Cary House have been witness to over 350 years of American history. From the beginning of European settlement in the early 17th century\, when it was a bountiful place full of natural resources to the 21st century\, bustling city that now exists\, it has evolved and survived. \nThe Cary family and their extended household lived here from the 1760s until the beginning of the 20th century. Their home\, known lovingly as “the Retreat”\, was a bucolic oasis remembered fondly by both family and friends alike. At the start of America’s War of Independence\, and most notably during the Siege of Boston from April 19\, 1775\, to March 17\, 1776\, the property was used by the newly formed Continental Army as they assisted refugees escaping Boston via the Winnisimmet Ferry\, engaged in surveillance of British ships\, and defended Chelsea during a pivotal moment in the Revolution.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/governor-bellingham-cary-house-museum-open-house-and-historical-talk/
LOCATION:Governor Bellingham-Cary House Museum\, 34 Parker St\, Chelsea\, MA\, 02150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Event,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T193000
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SUMMARY:Patriot Vigil (Minute Man NHP)
DESCRIPTION:As darkness descends upon the North Bridge battlefield we invite you to come and reflect on the events of April 19\, 1775 and the meaning of liberty. The evening ceremony will feature a lantern-light procession\, poetry\, music\, and a recitation of the names of the soldiers who gave their lives on that “ever-memorable” 19th of April. \nCeremony 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm\nLuminaria 7:30 pm- 9:00 pm \nThe path from the North Bridge Visitor Center to the North Bridge will be lighted with 122 luminaries to honor those who lost their lives in the battle. \nLantern light procession* starts at North Bridge Visitor Center\, 174 Liberty St\, Concord\, MA\n*To participate in the lantern-light procession\, please provide your own REAL candle lantern. The procession will begin at North Bridge Visitor Center\, 174 Liberty Street\, Concord Ma. From there we will march down the quarter-mile path to the North Bridge where the ceremony will take place. Participants are welcome to wear 18th century clothing if they choose\, but please do not bring muskets. \nParking:\nNorth Bridge Visitor Center: 174 Liberty Street\, Concord\, MA\nNorth Bridge Parking Lot: 280 Monument Street\, Concord\, MA \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/patriot-vigil-minute-man-nhp/
LOCATION:Minute Man National Historical Park\, 74 Liberty Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Event,Memorial,Outdoors,Reenactment,Speakers
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