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Event Series Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution

Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution

Historic New England - Eustis Estate 1424 Canton Avenue, Milton, United States

𝘔𝘺𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘺: 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 brings together material from Historic New England’s vast permanent collection of objects and archival materials to explore the multifaceted history of the American Revolution as it played out in New England. These objects tell the stories of everyday people whose lives were linked by the shared experience […]

$20
Event Series Brewing the Revolution: Bay State Scavenger

Brewing the Revolution: Bay State Scavenger Hunt

Memorial Hall Museum Memorial Street 8, Deerfield, MA, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

From Plymouth Rock to the Battle of Bunker Hill, an Evening with Nathaniel Philbrick

Plimoth Patuxet Museums Warren Avenue 137, Plymouth, MA, United States

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. This fundraising event is part of our Revolutionary Ideas Started Here America 250 commemorations and highlights the enduring ideas […]

Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Yankee Ingenuity

Yankee Ingenuity

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

Yankee Ingenuity begins this May with a series of weekend programs exploring New England’s long-standing role in shaping American innovation. Throughout the month, local makers, small businesses, and community partners will be featured alongside historical interpretation, illustrating how the region’s economy has long been driven by creativity, skill, and practical problem-solving. Organized around four themes—Eat, […]

Included with general daytime admission
Event Series Art For Your Mind with Art Historian Jill Sanford

Art For Your Mind with Art Historian Jill Sanford

Westport Free Public Library Old County Road 408, Westport, Massachusetts, United States

The Friends of Westport Library host two Power Point presentations exploring the development of American art from the colonial period through the early Republic. This light-hearted interactive approach encourages the audience to "think about what you see." This free program welcomes adults of all ages, including memory-impaired and caregivers. The venue is handicapped accessible. Part […]

Free
Event Series Yankee Ingenuity

Yankee Ingenuity

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

Yankee Ingenuity begins this May with a series of weekend programs exploring New England’s long-standing role in shaping American innovation. Throughout the month, local makers, small businesses, and community partners will be featured alongside historical interpretation, illustrating how the region’s economy has long been driven by creativity, skill, and practical problem-solving. Organized around four themes—Eat, […]

Included with general daytime admission

Colonial Faire

Ellsworth McAfee Park South Street 363, Northborough, MA, United States

Step back in time and celebrate Northborough’s revolutionary spirit at the Colonial Faire, hosted by the Northborough Revolution 250 Committee! Join us on Saturday, May 30th from 10 AM–3 PM at Ellsworth McAfee Park for a lively day of history, community, and hands-on fun. Experience the sights and sounds of the 18th century with live […]

Bus Tour to Historic 1788 “Ten-Footer” Boot Shop & Old First Cemetery 1735

Upton Town Hall Parking Lot Main Street 1, Upton, Massachusetts, United States

The Upton Historical Society invites the public to step back in time with a special narrated bus tour to one of Upton’s earliest surviving workshop buildings — the 1788 Seth Wood Boot Shop and the Old First Cemetery founded in 1735. Interpreters will be on site to tell these stories. The tour will take place […]

$5

Native Communities & The American Revolution

Fairbank Community Center Fairbank Road 40, Sudbury, MA, United States

NATIVE COMMUNITIES & THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION With Truman State University Emeritus Professor of History Daniel Mandell Before the Revolutionary War, New England’s Native communities were active in imperial politics, sending delegates to seek the Crown’s protection against increasingly intrusive and corrupt colonial officials. But when war with England erupted, many of the men went to […]

Free

Drafting Independence: Declaration to Constitution

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

This is a hybrid event. FREE for MHS Members. $10 per person fee (in person). No charge for virtual attendees or Card to Culture participants (EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare). The in-person reception starts at 5:00 and the program will begin 6:00 PM. Please visit here to register: https://www.masshist.org/events/drafting-independence America’s founding documents have echoed throughout global […]

$10
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

From Enlightenment Ideas to the Age of Revolutions

French Library Marlborough Street 53, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, as renowned historian of the French Enlightenment and Harvard Emeritus Professor Robert Darnton explores how ideas circulating in eighteenth-century France helped shape political imagination on both sides of the Atlantic. In dialogue with scholar Flora Amann, Darnton will draw on his […]

$18
Event Series Handwriting the Constitution and Declaration of Independence

Handwriting the Constitution and Declaration of Independence

Boston Public Library: Copley Square Branch Boylston Street 700, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, visitors are invited to handwrite the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution in the Courtyard of the Central Library, in Copley Square. This program aims to create time and a quiet space to reflect and deepen one's understanding of these historic documents. All […]

Free

From Enlightenment to Independence: How French Ideas Shaped the American Revolution

French Library Alliance Francaise Marlborough Street 53, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, as leading scholar of the Enlightenment and Harvard Emeritus Professor of History Robert Darnton explores the intellectual and cultural forces that shaped the path from Enlightenment thought to American independence. In dialogue with scholar Flora Amann, Darnton will draw on his […]

$18 – $25
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

Tea with Martha

unitedparish Church Street 1, Upton, Massachusetts, United States

The Upton Historical Society invites the community to step back in time for a special program, Tea with Martha, held at the United Parish on Thurs June 4th at 11:00 a.m. Attendees will enjoy an engaging, first person portrayal of Martha Washington, brought to life through a dramatic reading by Cheryl Lampshire, D.M with the […]

Free
Event Series 1776 The Musical

1776 The Musical

Calliope Productions Main Street 150, Boylston, MA, United States

The perfect show for the 250th anniversary of our country, Greater Worcester Opera presents the Tony award winning musical, 1776. Witness the journey of the original Continental Congress as they grapple with moving towards independence from England. Replete with a slew of fascinating characters, this “play with music” is by turns dramatic, moving, exuberant, lively, […]

$15 – $25
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

God of Our Fathers: Mighty Miracles of the American Revolution

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

Performing Arts Center, Brewster America 250 Series, In Person & Livestreamed The Battle of Bunker Hill, Presented by Dr. Kenyn Cureton This America 250 lecture celebrates God's Providence during our nation’s fight for Independence, highlighting key moments of divine intervention that took place during the Revolutionary War. Free admission for all! Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org

FREE admission for all!
Event Series 1776 The Musical

1776 The Musical

Calliope Productions Main Street 150, Boylston, MA, United States

The perfect show for the 250th anniversary of our country, Greater Worcester Opera presents the Tony award winning musical, 1776. Witness the journey of the original Continental Congress as they grapple with moving towards independence from England. Replete with a slew of fascinating characters, this “play with music” is by turns dramatic, moving, exuberant, lively, […]

$15 – $25
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

NRM announces landmark exhibition in honor of the U.S. Semiquincentennial

Norman Rockwell Museum Glendale Road 9, Stockbridge, Massachusetts, United States

In commemoration of America’s 250th founding, Norman Rockwell Museum will present Visions of a Nation: 250 Years from Revolution to Rockwell, from June 6 to October 26, 2026. This sweeping exhibition will portray how artists—from the Revolutionary era to today–emblazoned the ideals and evolving story of America. Organized around nine foundational themes, Visions of a […]

Steven Puleo’s American Treasures

Swansea Free Public Library Main Street 69, Swansea, Massachusetts, United States +1 more

The Swansea Public Library and the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts proudly announce a 250th Presentation: Renowned historian Stephen Puleo discusses his book "American Treasures," which charts the little-known journeys of the documentary history of American democracy: the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. […]

Free

Open House with Martin House Farm

Martin House Farm Stoney Hill Road 22, Swansea, Massachusetts, United States

The Colonial Dames of Massachusetts invite all to a sneak preview of the Martin House Farm, before its summer opening. Sometime between 1728 and 1734, John Martin’s son, John Martin the younger, built a house for his wife and eight children consisting of a one-room dwelling with a loft above and an outside chimney. Two […]

Free
Event Series 1776 The Musical

1776 The Musical

Calliope Productions Main Street 150, Boylston, MA, United States

The perfect show for the 250th anniversary of our country, Greater Worcester Opera presents the Tony award winning musical, 1776. Witness the journey of the original Continental Congress as they grapple with moving towards independence from England. Replete with a slew of fascinating characters, this “play with music” is by turns dramatic, moving, exuberant, lively, […]

$15 – $25
Event Series 1776 The Musical

1776 The Musical

Calliope Productions Main Street 150, Boylston, MA, United States

The perfect show for the 250th anniversary of our country, Greater Worcester Opera presents the Tony award winning musical, 1776. Witness the journey of the original Continental Congress as they grapple with moving towards independence from England. Replete with a slew of fascinating characters, this “play with music” is by turns dramatic, moving, exuberant, lively, […]

$15 – $25
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

State Library of Massachusetts Author Talk

Massachusetts State House Beacon Street 24, Boston, MA, United States

In celebration of MA250 and America 250, please join the State Library of Massachusetts for an Author Talk with authors Donna A. Seger and Brad Austin. They will be talking about their book titled “Salem's Centuries: New Perspectives on the History of An Old American City, 1626-2026," which focuses on the Revolutionary Period. Temple University […]

Free

Portrait Project: Honoring 250 Years of Changemakers

Artists for Humanity West 2nd Street 100, Boston, MA, United States

Join us for an upcoming exhibition, Portrait Project: Honoring 250 Years of Changemakers, a collection of artwork from AFH teens. In concert with other local organizations celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, AFH teens respond to this historic time by bringing attention to both widely recognized figures and those whose stories are lesser […]

Pedestals and Poetry

Robbins Library Massachusetts Avenue 700, Arlington, Massachusetts, United States

Poets will present their works inspired by artist Chris Frost’s "Unseen/Unforgotten: A Remembrance of Menotomy’s Everyday Defenders, 1775," an art installation that commemorates the 250 anniversary of the American Revolution in Arlington. Attendees will visit the pedestals at the library and hear artist Chris Frost speak about the project. Featured poets include: John Burt Geoffrey […]

Free

American Independence and Identity at 250 Conference

Gordon College Grapevine Road 255, Wenham, MA, United States

“American Independence and Identity at 250: Examining Democracy in the United States and Globally” June 11–13, 2026 | Gordon College Hosted at Gordon College, this conference provides Christian political scientists, historians, and other scholars a unique forum to gather to explore the state of democracy in the US and globally. Each day features stellar keynote […]

$85 – $300
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

“Up and Down the River” Film and Forum

Bunker Hill Community College 250 New Rutherford Avenue, Boston, United States

Join the National Parks of Boston and Bunker Hill Community College for a screening and discussion of the Mohegan Tribe’s historical film "Up and Down the River." Spanning the colonial and American Revolutionary eras, "Up and Down the River" delves into the difficult decisions made by members of the Mohegan Tribe at these pivotal periods […]

Free
Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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 Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28

Curator Spotlight Talk: Revolutionary Legacies

Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, United States

Join Curator and Director of Exhibitions Christie Jackson and Curator David Wood for a gallery talk in the new special exhibition Revolutionary Legacies. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.

Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.
Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40

She Was There: Day One Screening & Conversation

The West End Museum Staniford Street 150, Boston, MA, United States

Inspired by the profound words of the spiritual “Were You There?” this two-day event brings together film, music, and dialogue to illuminate the often-overlooked stories of Black revolutionary women throughout history. Day One: Screening & Conversation A thought-provoking film screening, followed by a lecture and discussion, invites audiences to engage with these narratives and their […]

Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

“Patriot Pride” America 250!

Historic Bridge St. Cemetery Bridge Street 156, Northampton, Massachusetts, United States

Join the community as the Betty Allen Chapter NSDAR celebrates the legacy of Revolutionary War Patriots buried in the historic Bridge Street Cemetery in Northampton. What should you expect: Greetings from dignitaries, Col. Henry Knox SAR Color Guard, music, reading of names of the more than 175 Patriots buried in this cemetery, reading of the […]

Free

Marblehead’s Patriot Houses Tour

Marblehead Museum 170 Washington Street, Marblehead, MA, United States

Saturday, June 13, 2026 10am-2pm Start at Jeremiah Lee Brick Kitchen Visitors Center, 157 Washington St. Marblehead Museum has announced the tour line-up for its 2026 Patriot Houses Tour. This self-guided tour offers guests the unique opportunity to explore four of Marblehead’s finest historic private homes. These homes were occupied by families who put their […]

$35
Event Series 47th Annual Old Newbury Garden Tour

47th Annual Old Newbury Garden Tour

Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, United States

Enjoy two days of exclusive access to stunning gardens in greater Newburyport and Amesbury. The Museum of Old Newbury invites you to enjoy this year's Garden Tour on Saturday and Sunday, June 13 & 14, 2026. This year's theme is 250 Years of Growth, an homage to the originality and innovation of American gardens, and […]

$25 – $40

The Spirit of Brimfield – 250 Years of Freedom

Brimfield Town Common and Brimfield Winery Main Street 20, Brimfield, Massachusetts, United States

On Saturday, June 13, 2026, in conjunction with Brimfield Old Home Day, our community will gather, and all are welcome to celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary of our freedom and liberty. Hundreds of Brimfield and area residents answered the voluntary call to duty from 1775 and throughout the Revolutionary War. They will be recognized by […]

Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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 Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28

Spirit of Brimfield – 250th Celebration

Brimfield Town Common and Brimfield Winery Main Street 20, Brimfield, Massachusetts, United States

Saturday, June 13th Family-Friendly Events fohbrimfield.org/brimfield-250th-celebration 8:30–10:30am Pancake Breakfast to benefit Wales Community Food Pantry—First Congregational Church. Registration required at bit.ly/42negIT. 10:00am–12:00pm Revolutionary Cemetery Tours—28 Wales Road. Register for 30 minute tour intervals by calling 508-523-9544. 2:00pm Parade and Presentation on Brimfield Common 3:30pm Celebration at Brimfield Winery—Chicken BBQ, musket demonstration, face painting, games, bonfire, […]

Free

Old Hill Burial Ground Walking Tour

Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, United States

Tour Old Hill Burial Ground and learn about the Revolutionary War soldiers buried in Concord’s oldest cemetery. Visit the final resting place of some of the most well-known figures from April 19, 1775 including Emerson Cogswell, Colonel Barrett, and Captain David Brown. This tour includes about 1 mile of walking on hilly, unpaved terrain. $15 […]

$15 – $25
Event Series NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

City Council Chambers Cambridge City Hall Massachusetts Avenue 795, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

On a hot summer evening in 1976, the Cambridge City Council faced a packed hearing room—and a decision that would echo across the globe. At the center of it all stood Mayor Al Vellucci: sharp-tongued, fearless, and ready to take on science itself. The issue? A new biohazard lab designed for groundbreaking recombinant DNA research—celebrated […]

Free
Event Series Revolutionary Quincy Women

Revolutionary Quincy Women

Historic New England - Quincy House Muirhead Street 20, Quincy, Massachusetts, United States

This special tour looks at the years leading up to and during the American Revolution through the eyes and words of the women of the Quincy family. Through their letters and diaries, learn how the war affected the day-to-day lives of the family of Josiah and Ann Quincy, including their daughters Hannah, Betsy, and Nancy, […]

$15 – $20
Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40
Event Series Mohawk Trail Concerts Celebrates American Music

Mohawk Trail Concerts Celebrates American Music

Charlemont Federated Church Main Street 175, Charlemont, MA, United States

Founded in 1970, this chamber-music series takes advantage of the acoustically excellent sanctuary of the Charlemont Federated Church and celebrates music old and new. This year in honor of the nation's birthday, each concert will feature at least one piece by an American composer.

Dressing for the American Revolution

Historic New England - Eustis Estate 1424 Canton Avenue, Milton, United States

Fashion, clothing, and textiles have emerged recently as important sources for better understanding our nation’s history. To mark Historic New England’s new exhibition, Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution, we are bringing together scholars and curators from around New England to share stories about soldiers of color, patriotic women, and the Founding Fathers—and […]

$20 – $30.
Event Series NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

City Council Chambers Cambridge City Hall Massachusetts Avenue 795, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

On a hot summer evening in 1976, the Cambridge City Council faced a packed hearing room—and a decision that would echo across the globe. At the center of it all stood Mayor Al Vellucci: sharp-tongued, fearless, and ready to take on science itself. The issue? A new biohazard lab designed for groundbreaking recombinant DNA research—celebrated […]

Free

City of Quincy 75th Annual Flag Day

Pageant Field Merrymount Parkway 1, Quincy, Massachusetts, United States

Mark your calendars for one of our favorite traditions – the 75th annual Flag Day celebration!! Parade, flag-raising, fireworks. Join us Saturday, June 13th. Festivities kick off at 7 pm. Bring your friends, family and your Quincy spirit.

“Different Ships, Same Boat” … Voices of the American Experiment

The Adams Theater, Adams, MA Park Street 27, Adams, MA, United States

Led by Massachusetts Poet Laureate Regie Gibson and composer Guy Mendilow, this interactive performance uses podcast-like narration and an evocative musical score to explore the multifaceted ways Americans risk, live, love, and laugh. Unfolding through a series of chapters, the show curates real-world stories from small towns, cities, and ports of entry; from Chinese Americans […]

$25 – $35
Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40

She Was There: Day Two Concert

Museum of African American History Joy Street 46, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Inspired by the profound words of the spiritual “Were You There?” this two-day event brings together film, music, and dialogue to illuminate the often-overlooked stories of Black revolutionary women throughout history. Day One: Screening & Conversation A thought-provoking film screening, followed by a lecture and discussion, invites audiences to engage with these narratives and their […]

Event Series How Early Soccer was Born and Thrived in Massachusetts

How Early Soccer was Born and Thrived in Massachusetts

Franklin Historical Museum West Central Street 80, Franklin, Massachusetts, United States

Sunday, June 14 --Roots and Branches: A Panel on the Deep and Revolutionary Soccer History of MA The Franklin Historical Museum is hosting a World Class array of experts to delve into the rich, regional history of soccer, which includes the Oneida Football Club that inaugurated organized "foot ball” of all kinds on American soil […]

Free
Event Series 47th Annual Old Newbury Garden Tour

47th Annual Old Newbury Garden Tour

Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, United States

Enjoy two days of exclusive access to stunning gardens in greater Newburyport and Amesbury. The Museum of Old Newbury invites you to enjoy this year's Garden Tour on Saturday and Sunday, June 13 & 14, 2026. This year's theme is 250 Years of Growth, an homage to the originality and innovation of American gardens, and […]

$25 – $40

Revolution! A 250th Historical Cemetery Tour

Douglas Center Cemetery Main Street 16, Douglas, MA, United States

Visit some of Douglas' Revolutionary War Patriots final resting places and hear thier stories. Special Ceremony by SAR Color Guard at 2pm-3pm. June 14, 2026 with tours at 10:30am, 12noon, 3pm and 4pm. Tours limited to 12 people per group. Location: Douglas Center Cemetery--Rt 16 across from the Douglas Town Common. Parking is available at […]

Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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 Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28
Event Series How Early Soccer was Born and Thrived in Massachusetts

How Early Soccer was Born and Thrived in Massachusetts

Franklin Historical Museum West Central Street 80, Franklin, Massachusetts, United States

Sunday, June 14 --Roots and Branches: A Panel on the Deep and Revolutionary Soccer History of MA The Franklin Historical Museum is hosting a World Class array of experts to delve into the rich, regional history of soccer, which includes the Oneida Football Club that inaugurated organized "foot ball” of all kinds on American soil […]

Free
Event Series NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

City Council Chambers Cambridge City Hall Massachusetts Avenue 795, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

On a hot summer evening in 1976, the Cambridge City Council faced a packed hearing room—and a decision that would echo across the globe. At the center of it all stood Mayor Al Vellucci: sharp-tongued, fearless, and ready to take on science itself. The issue? A new biohazard lab designed for groundbreaking recombinant DNA research—celebrated […]

Free

5th Annual Juneteenth Gathering

Longfellow House-Washington Headquarters Brattle Street 105, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Gather for Juneteenth to honor those who endured slavery and seized freedom on Brattle Street 250 years ago, their descendants, and the long history of Black freedom activism in Cambridge and beyond. This free, all-ages event is marking its fifth year in 2025! Denise Washington (#Pop-Up Poetry Series), a descendant of Darby Vassall, has curated […]

Free
Event Series NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

City Council Chambers Cambridge City Hall Massachusetts Avenue 795, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

On a hot summer evening in 1976, the Cambridge City Council faced a packed hearing room—and a decision that would echo across the globe. At the center of it all stood Mayor Al Vellucci: sharp-tongued, fearless, and ready to take on science itself. The issue? A new biohazard lab designed for groundbreaking recombinant DNA research—celebrated […]

Free
Event Series My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

Great Road Church - Acton Great Road 257, Acton, MA, United States

Free Admission! Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau Featuring: Katie Broach and Jim Hunt Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Zine Making: What Does the Declaration Mean 250 Years Later?

Zine Making: What Does the Declaration Mean 250 Years Later?

Boston Public Library: Copley Square Branch Boylston Street 700, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Through an art-making opportunity, reflect on what the document means 250 years later and how the American Revolution relates to other protest movements and revolutions that have occurred in the United States. We will have supplies available to use and staff […]

Free
Event Series My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

Great Road Church - Acton Great Road 257, Acton, MA, United States

Free Admission! Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau Featuring: Katie Broach and Jim Hunt Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

The Most Proper Spot in America: The Continental Arsenal at Springfield

Agawam Public Library Cooper Street 750, Agawam, MA, United States

Join us at the Agawam Public Library for an evening of Revolutionary War history as we continue to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Alex MacKenzie of the Springfield Armory will bring to life the importance of our local area in contributing support to the war. Following the creation of the Continental Army […]

Free

Rice Family During the Revolution

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

Join us at the Sudbury History Center and Museum for a fascinating lecture by Jane H. Sciacca on the Rice Family During the Revolution on the occasion of the 70th Anniversary Annual Meeting of the Sudbury Historical Society (SHS)! The events leading up to and finally culminating in the American Revolution were turbulent ones for […]

$5

Concord’s Black History | History Happy Hour

Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, United States

Celebrate Juneteenth with an evening of wine, beer, and light refreshments in the Museum’s courtyard, followed by a guided tour of the galleries. Explore Concord’s rich Black and Abolitionist histories through powerful stories, images, and objects from the Museum’s collection. Your ticket includes drinks outside in the courtyard before the tour, which begins at 7:15 […]

$15 – $25
Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series New England Cider & Strings Festival

New England Cider & Strings Festival

Red Apple Farm Highland Avenue 455, Phillipston, Massachusetts, United States

Celebrate Massachusetts heritage at Red Apple Farm’s New England Cider & Strings Festival, a two-day event honoring the craftsmanship, traditions, and community spirit that shaped New England. Set on a fourth-generation family farm in Phillipston, this summer festival brings together live music, artisan vendors, historical demonstrations, and local hard cider for a weekend rooted in […]

Free
Event Series Battle of Gloucester Reenactment Events

Battle of Gloucester Reenactment Events

Stage Fort Park Hough Avenue 24, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States

On Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, witness the Stage Fort Park transform into 18th-century Gloucester, through battle reenactments, both by land and sea, civilian encampments, historical programming, and more. The Battle of Gloucester is one of the lesser known battles of the Revolutionary War that played a major factor in the formation of […]

Legacy of Liberty: Yarmouth’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

Fred Thacher Playground Old Church Street 1, Yarmouth, MA, United States

Join us on Saturday, June 20, 2026, as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of Yarmouth’s own Declaration of Independence. Step back into the year 1776 and experience the spirit of the American Revolution right here in Yarmouth Port. This event is a powerful tribute to the 477 "Old Yarmouth" patriots who fought for our freedom, […]

Free

America 250: Women of ’76: True Stories of Revolutionary-Era Women

Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library 17 Constitution Way, Rochester, MA, United States

This program highlights the true stories of Revolutionary-era women, including Prudence Cummings Wright, who organized and led a band of women to capture two Tory spies. Step back in time and discover the untold stories of 5 courageous women, both patriot and loyalist, American and foreign born, who witnessed, chronicled, and in some cases changed […]

Free
Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40
Event Series New England Cider & Strings Festival

New England Cider & Strings Festival

Red Apple Farm Highland Avenue 455, Phillipston, Massachusetts, United States

Celebrate Massachusetts heritage at Red Apple Farm’s New England Cider & Strings Festival, a two-day event honoring the craftsmanship, traditions, and community spirit that shaped New England. Set on a fourth-generation family farm in Phillipston, this summer festival brings together live music, artisan vendors, historical demonstrations, and local hard cider for a weekend rooted in […]

Free

Keynote at the Adams Theater: Stacy Schiff

The Adams Theater, Adams, MA Park Street 27, Adams, MA, United States

Pulitzer Prize–winning biographer and Adams native Stacy Schiff returns home for a special MA250 Festival keynote on June 20, 2026. In conversation with interlocutor Sara Houghteling, Schiff will explore the fiery origins of the American Revolution as detailed in her latest work, The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams, while offering an exclusive look at her current research […]

$25 – $45
Event Series Mohawk Trail Concerts Celebrates American Music

Mohawk Trail Concerts Celebrates American Music

Charlemont Federated Church Main Street 175, Charlemont, MA, United States

Founded in 1970, this chamber-music series takes advantage of the acoustically excellent sanctuary of the Charlemont Federated Church and celebrates music old and new. This year in honor of the nation's birthday, each concert will feature at least one piece by an American composer.

Event Series Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

Act Worthy of Yourselves: A Re-Imagining of Joseph Warren’s Funeral

King's Chapel Tremont Street 58, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

April 1776. The British army has finally left Boston. Now, nearly a year after his death, friends and family can finally hold a funeral for Dr. Joseph Warren. Inside King’s Chapel, his brother, his fiancée, and his good friend Paul Revere gather to mourn Warren and to make sense of their loss. Outside the Chapel, […]

$15 – $40
Event Series Battle of Gloucester Reenactment Events

Battle of Gloucester Reenactment Events

Stage Fort Park Hough Avenue 24, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States

On Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, witness the Stage Fort Park transform into 18th-century Gloucester, through battle reenactments, both by land and sea, civilian encampments, historical programming, and more. The Battle of Gloucester is one of the lesser known battles of the Revolutionary War that played a major factor in the formation of […]

Event Series Revolution History Shuttle Tour of Andover and North Andover

Revolution History Shuttle Tour of Andover and North Andover

Andover and North Andover, Massachusetts , United States +1 more

Join us on Sunday June 21st, 2026 for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture! Explore historical sites in “old” Andover that stood in 1775 and 1776 and helped to shape our nation’s journey to independence. Our experienced guides will […]

$60.00
Event Series Revolution History Shuttle Tour of Andover and North Andover

Revolution History Shuttle Tour of Andover and North Andover

Andover and North Andover, Massachusetts , United States +1 more

Join us on Sunday June 21st, 2026 for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture! Explore historical sites in “old” Andover that stood in 1775 and 1776 and helped to shape our nation’s journey to independence. Our experienced guides will […]

$60.00
Event Series NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

City Council Chambers Cambridge City Hall Massachusetts Avenue 795, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

On a hot summer evening in 1976, the Cambridge City Council faced a packed hearing room—and a decision that would echo across the globe. At the center of it all stood Mayor Al Vellucci: sharp-tongued, fearless, and ready to take on science itself. The issue? A new biohazard lab designed for groundbreaking recombinant DNA research—celebrated […]

Free

MA250 Film Screening: 1776 at the Adams Theater

The Adams Theater, Adams, MA Park Street 27, Adams, MA, United States

Our nation's fathers harmonize their way through the founding of America in this musical adapted from a popular Broadway show. Representatives from the 13 colonies gather in Philadelphia with the aim of establishing a set of governmental rules for the burgeoning United States. Benjamin Franklin (Howard da Silva) and John Adams (William Daniels) charge Thomas […]

Free
Event Series NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

NO RECOMBINATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION

City Council Chambers Cambridge City Hall Massachusetts Avenue 795, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

On a hot summer evening in 1976, the Cambridge City Council faced a packed hearing room—and a decision that would echo across the globe. At the center of it all stood Mayor Al Vellucci: sharp-tongued, fearless, and ready to take on science itself. The issue? A new biohazard lab designed for groundbreaking recombinant DNA research—celebrated […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

Author Talk: When the Declarations Was News

Boston Public Library: Copley Square Branch Boylston Street 700, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Publishing for the 250th anniversary of the United States, When the Declaration of Independence Was News focuses on the nation’s founding document at the moment of its creation in 1776, before anyone knew what the legacy of the Declaration would be or if the United States would win the war against Great Britain. It explores […]

Free

America’s Food at 250!

Topsfield Town Library Zoom South Common St 1, Topsfield, Massachusetts, United States

America's Food at 250: What is the state of American food on its 250th birthday? In this talk we'll look at all the flavors, dishes and cooks that got us here, from the Indigenous ingredients that shape regional American cuisine, to the influence of the African kitchen, to the fast food revolution. About the Speaker: […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

From Concord and Lexington: New Perspective on the Revolution

Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, United States

The Concord Museum, in partnership with Lexington History Museums, presents an engaging program highlighting new research and evolving interpretations from the communities at the center of the start of the American Revolution. This conversation brings together Curator David F. Wood, whose work Eyewitness to Revolution draws from the Concord Museum’s renowned collection; Paul O’Shaughnessy, President […]

$10
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

MA250 Sidewalk Art Tour

Greenfield City Hall Court Square 14, Greenfield, MA, United States

Through a FY2026 Massachusetts 250 Grant, Greenfield is launching the MA250 Sidewalk Art Tour. This project features 10 murals by local artists, each offering a unique perspective on 250 years of American independence. In conjunction with Greenfield's monthly Arts Walk, a guided tour of the 6 central downtown murals is scheduled for Friday, June 26th. […]

Free

Greenfield’s MA250 Sidewalk Art Tour

Greenfield City Hall Court Square 14, Greenfield, MA, United States

Through a FY2026 Massachusetts 250 Grant, Greenfield is launching the MA250 Sidewalk Art Tour. This project features 10 murals by local artists, each offering a unique perspective on 250 years of American independence. In conjunction with Greenfield’s monthly Arts Walk, a guided tour of the 6 central downtown murals is scheduled for Friday, June 26th. […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series DECLARATIONS – A World Premiere Choral Work

DECLARATIONS – A World Premiere Choral Work

Old South Church Boylston Street 645, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Ensemble Altera and Christopher Lowrey, director DECLARATIONS A World-Premiere Choral Work by Piers Connor Kennedy In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 7:00 pm Old South Church 645 Boylston St., Boston at Copley Square Tickets $20 / $40 / $60 available at www.ensemblealtera.com This June, Ensemble […]

$20 – $60

American250 Sturbridge, Mass Parade

Town of Sturbridge Stallion Hill Road 20, Sturbridge, MA, United States

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence in Sturbridge with a full day of community spirit, history, and fun! The Sturbridge America250 Parade steps off at 10:30 AM from the Old Sturbridge Village Museum Education parking lot. The route will start at the corner of Stallion Hill Road and Route 20, continue east Route 20, […]

Free

American250 Sturbridge, Mass Festival

Sturbridge Town Common Main Street 278, Sturbridge, MA, United States

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence in Sturbridge with a full day of community spirit, history, and fun! Join us on Sturbridge's Town Common for a festive celebration featuring The 215th Army Band, Senator Fattman, Rep Smola, Sturbridge's Militia reenactors, Daughter's of the Revolution, and local docents providing tours of the Old Burial Grounds. […]

Free
Event Series Mohawk Trail Concerts Celebrates American Music

Mohawk Trail Concerts Celebrates American Music

Charlemont Federated Church Main Street 175, Charlemont, MA, United States

Founded in 1970, this chamber-music series takes advantage of the acoustically excellent sanctuary of the Charlemont Federated Church and celebrates music old and new. This year in honor of the nation's birthday, each concert will feature at least one piece by an American composer.

Event Series DECLARATIONS – A World Premiere Choral Work

DECLARATIONS – A World Premiere Choral Work

Old South Church Boylston Street 645, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Ensemble Altera and Christopher Lowrey, director DECLARATIONS A World-Premiere Choral Work by Piers Connor Kennedy In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 7:00 pm Old South Church 645 Boylston St., Boston at Copley Square Tickets $20 / $40 / $60 available at www.ensemblealtera.com This June, Ensemble […]

$20 – $60

Homeschool Program: Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution

Historic New England - Eustis Estate 1424 Canton Avenue, Milton, United States

Explore objects and archival materials from Historic New England’s vast collection and participate in hands-on activities to learn about the deeply personal experiences of individuals, families, and communities caught up in extraordinary circumstances. Participants will consider what it was like to live through these historic events and to contribute in small and not-so-small ways to […]

$35
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

Adams National Historical Park 135 Adams Street, Quincy, MA, United States

Free Admission! Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau Featuring: Katie Broach and Jim Hunt Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic […]

Free

Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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 Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28

The People’s House Party

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

This July, Revolutionary Spaces invites you to Old South Meeting House for The People’s House Party — a joyful civic celebration bringing our community together on the eve of the 250th anniversary. This year’s gala marks the start of something new. Guests will enjoy The Exclusive First Look at Ruckus!, a bold new immersive show […]

Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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 Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

Chelmsford Center for the Arts North Road 1A, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, United States

Free Admission! Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau Featuring: Katie Broach and Jim Hunt Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

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 Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28
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