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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:20260704
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SUMMARY:Witness to the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In Hatfield’s oldest cemetery\, the Hill Burying Ground\,  are 217 graves of people who were living in Hatfield during the Revolutionary War. Each one has been flagged with their name and age\, including the handful of babies born in 1776 or before the war ended in 1783. This is an on-going installation\, and will be open during daylight hours through October 3rd.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/witness-to-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Hill Cemetery\, Prospect Street 3\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Memorial,Outdoors,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hatfield Historical Soiety":MAILTO:hatfieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T110000
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CREATED:20260505T165903Z
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SUMMARY:Independence on Martha's Vineyard: Then\, Now & Forever
DESCRIPTION:Independence on Martha’s Vineyard: Then\, Now & Forever is an immersive exhibition that explores how independence has shaped the Island over 250 years. Through historic objects and storytelling\, this exhibit reveals the distinct culture of self-determination and the lasting influence of Revolutionary ideals on Vineyard life. Exhibit open Tuesdays-Saturdays\, July 4-September 5: 11:00am-2:00pm.\nThe Vincent House\, the Vineyard’s oldest home\, is the stage for this exhibit\, which is presented as part of the Commonwealth’s MA250 commemorations\, made possible by the Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation and the MV Mass Cultural Council.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/independence-on-marthas-vineyard-then-now-forever/
LOCATION:Vincent House\, Main Street 99\, Edgartown\, Massachusetts\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Preservation Trust":MAILTO:thecarnegie@mvpreservation.org
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Vincent House Main Street 99 Edgartown Massachusetts 02539 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Main Street 99:geo:-70.5157587,41.3907859
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T140000
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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/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Andover Historical Society":MAILTO:educator@northandoverhistoricalsociety.org
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave. North Andover 01845 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Massachusetts Ave.:geo:-71.1136771,42.6849808
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T093000
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SUMMARY:Redcoats and Rebels
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time as hundreds of reenactors portraying soldiers\, artisans\, and civilian camp followers recreate the sights\, sounds\, and stories of the American Revolution. Watch thrilling drills\, musket and cannon demonstrations\, and battles\, chat with artisan craftspeople\, tour the military encampments\, listen to fife and drum music\, and chat with both reenactors and Old Sturbridge Village’s costumed historians. Don’t miss this immersive\, two-day event\, perfect for families\, history buffs\, and curious minds of all ages.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/redcoats-and-rebels-3/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road\, Sturbridge\, MA\, 01566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Outdoors,Reenactment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T120000
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SUMMARY:The Noble Train  Arrives
DESCRIPTION: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 in the Spring of 1776.  \nIn commemoration of the 250th anniversary of Knox’s remarkable achievement\, this extraordinary feat will come to life on the grounds of the historic Thomas Smith House as costumed educators from Fort Ticonderoga\, with (non-firing) cannon and live oxen\, present engaging oratory and dramatic demonstrations.  \nThis fascinating living history event is perfect for the whole family!  \nThe c. 1757 Thomas Smith House and 1920 Delmore Hawthorne Garage will also be open for tours that afternoon.  \nThis event is free and open to the public.  \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Agawam Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-noble-train-arrives/
LOCATION:Thomas Smith House\, North West Street 251\, Agawam\, Massachusetts\, 01030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Event,Outdoors,Reenactment,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agawam Historical Association":MAILTO:1855@agawamhistory.org
GEO:42.0744086;-72.6946647
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