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SUMMARY:Witness: Hingham in the Age of Revolution
DESCRIPTION:As the Nation marks 250 years of independence\, Witness: Hingham in the Age of Revolution explores how one New England town experienced the ideas\, contradictions\, and upheavals of the American Revolution. Through the lives of Hingham’s residents– white and Black\, free and enslaved– this immersive new exhibit traces the ups & downs forging of a nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/witness-hingham-in-the-age-of-revolution-2/
LOCATION:Hingham Heritage Museum\, Main Street 34\, Hingham\, MA\, 02043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Commemoration,Exhibit,Women's History
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
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SUMMARY:Brewing the Revolution: Bay State Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:To honor this revolutionary history\, we are crafting a free historic statewide event\, titled “Brewing the Revolution.” This scavenger hunt will bring participants to historic Revolutionary taverns and brewing sites across the state. The Scavenger hunt will take place from May 24th-June 27th\, 2026 and is open to everyone ages 13 and up\, free to play\, and participants can win a variety of prizes.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/brewing-the-revolution-bay-state-scavenger/
LOCATION:Memorial Hall Museum\, Memorial Street 8\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T093000
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SUMMARY:American Stories: Celebrating 250 Years of Independence
DESCRIPTION:In honor of this auspicious moment in American history\, Bonhams Skinner will be showcasing highlights from their June 30th auction in their Boston Gallery. The works are available to the public for viewing Monday through Friday between May 26th and June 10th.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-stories-celebrating-250-years-of-independence/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Bonhams Skinner\, Clarendon Street 236\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T093000
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SUMMARY:American Stories: Celebrating 250 Years of Independence
DESCRIPTION:In honor of this auspicious moment in American history\, Bonhams Skinner will be showcasing highlights from their June 30th auction in their Boston Gallery. The works are available to the public for viewing Monday through Friday between May 26th and June 10th.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-stories-celebrating-250-years-of-independence/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Bonhams Skinner\, Clarendon Street 236\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Exhibit
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SUMMARY:American Stories: Celebrating 250 Years of Independence
DESCRIPTION:In honor of this auspicious moment in American history\, Bonhams Skinner will be showcasing highlights from their June 30th auction in their Boston Gallery. The works are available to the public for viewing Monday through Friday between May 26th and June 10th.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-stories-celebrating-250-years-of-independence/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Bonhams Skinner\, Clarendon Street 236\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T140000
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SUMMARY:The Aspirations of Ordinary People - Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective
DESCRIPTION:The Andover revolutionaries understood that creating a truly free society would take many generations.  Their records and artifacts\, preserved at the North Andover Historical Society\, are here to remind us that history matters. They depict stories of battles won\, hardships endured\, hometown and battleground heroes\, and the start of a long fight for liberty\, equality and justice. Their ideals and aspirations are the standards by which we measure our progress today.   \nCome discover the amazing stories brought to life at the North Andover Historical Society (NAHS) through REV250\, a series of programs and exhibits dedicated to the American Revolution.  \nThe exhibit will be open every week\, Tuesday through Saturday\, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Please check the website for more information.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-aspirations-of-ordinary-people-stories-of-the-american-revolution-from-a-local-perspective/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T093000
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SUMMARY:American Stories: Celebrating 250 Years of Independence
DESCRIPTION:In honor of this auspicious moment in American history\, Bonhams Skinner will be showcasing highlights from their June 30th auction in their Boston Gallery. The works are available to the public for viewing Monday through Friday between May 26th and June 10th.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-stories-celebrating-250-years-of-independence/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Bonhams Skinner\, Clarendon Street 236\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T193000
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SUMMARY:From Plymouth Rock to the Battle of Bunker Hill\, an Evening with Nathaniel Philbrick
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening with acclaimed historian and National Book Award winner Nathaniel Philbrick as we explore Massachusetts’ pivotal role in the origins of American democracy—From Plymouth Rock to the Battle of Bunker Hill.\nThis fundraising event is part of our Revolutionary Ideas Started Here America 250 commemorations and highlights the enduring ideas of liberty\, self-governance\, and community that took root here in the 17th and 18th centuries. Through Philbrick’s storytelling\, these early chapters of history will come vividly to life. \nThe evening begins with a cocktail reception\, followed by Philbrick’s keynote address. Proceeds from this event directly support the Museum’s educational mission\, helping to preserve and share these important stories for future generations. \nCelebrate the past\, support the future\, and be part of this meaningful commemorative event.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/from-plymouth-rock-to-the-battle-of-bunker-hill-an-evening-with-nathaniel-philbrick/
LOCATION:Plimoth Patuxet Museums\, Warren Avenue 137\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Event,Memorial,Speakers
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