MA250

Lost Liberties - Broken Promises
2026-06-18 10:00 - 2026-12-03 16:00, 2026-06-25 10:00 - 2026-12-10 16:00, 2026-07-02 10:00 - 2026-12-17 16:00, 2026-07-09 10:00 - 2026-12-24 16:00, 2026-07-16 10:00 - 2026-12-31 16:00, 2026-07-23 10:00 - 2027-01-07 16:00, 2026-07-30 10:00 - 2027-01-14 16:00, 2026-08-06 10:00 - 2027-01-21 16:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Golden Ball Tavern Museum, Boston Post Road 662, Weston, Massachusetts, 02493, United States
” Lost Liberties – Broken Promises” a yearlong exhibit focusing on the enslaved, indigenous, displaced Loyalists, and veterans of Weston who were on the wrong side of history.

Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot
2026-09-11 14:00 - 2026-11-28 14:30, 2026-09-12 14:00 - 2026-11-29 14:30, 2026-09-18 14:00 - 2026-12-05 14:30, 2026-09-19 14:00 - 2026-12-06 14:30, 2026-09-25 14:00 - 2026-12-12 14:30, 2026-09-26 14:00 - 2026-12-13 14:30 | Vincent House, Main Street 99, Edgartown, Massachusetts, 02539, United States
Meet historian Norah Van Riper in Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard, for Independence on Foot, a spirited walking tour exploring Martha’s Vineyard’s revolutionary past. Beginning at the Vincent House Museum, this 90-minute walking tour connects Edgartown sites, stories, and civic ideals – bringing the Island’s role in the American Revolution and its independent spirit to life. Participating families receive a President’s for Kids activity book.

Salt and Survival: The Untold Story of the Revolution
2026-10-08 13:00 - 2026-11-28 15:00, 2026-10-15 13:00 - 2026-12-05 15:00, 2026-10-22 13:00 - 2026-12-12 15:00, 2026-10-29 13:00 - 2026-12-19 15:00, 2026-11-05 13:00 - 2026-12-26 16:00, 2026-11-12 13:00 - 2027-01-02 16:00, 2026-11-19 13:00 - 2027-01-09 16:00, 2026-11-26 13:00 - 2027-01-16 16:00 | Jericho Historical Center, Old Main Street 90, Dennis, Massachusetts, 02670, United States
School lessons about the American Revolution often focus on the Boston Tea Party—but far fewer people learn about the importance of salt.
Cod fishing, Cape Cod’s biggest industry, relied on salt for preserving fish for export. British blockades, designed to cripple coastal communities, were preventing salt being imported.
In response, colonists relied on the sun and their ingenuity. Captain John Sears of Dennis designed the first saltworks, using solar evaporation to produce the salt essential for preserving fish and eliminating the dependance on imported goods.
At the Jericho Historical Center discover the history of the first saltworks, explore a detailed model, see a demonstration of solar evaporation, and view photographs and early artifacts.
In addition, tour an historic full cape house built in 1801, and occupied by the Baker family until 1955, containing 19th century furnishings, textiles, paintings and keepsakes. In the barn, tools and equipment from the 1800s are displayed, as well as a carriage that raced at Riverside Trotting Park. The General Store is a reminder of the important role such gathering places played in the community’s economic and social life. Of special interest is the cranberry exhibit which tells the 200-year-old story of cranberry cultivation; an industry that began in Dennis in 1816!

The Aspirations of Ordinary People - Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective
2026-11-27 08:00 - 14:00 | North Andover Historical Society, 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, 01845, 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 and justice. Their ideals and aspirations are the standards by which we measure our progress today.
Come 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.
The exhibit will be open every week, Tuesday through Saturday, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Please check the website for more information.

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
2026-11-27 15:30 - 17:00 | Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center, Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, 02110, United States
Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district, offering exceptional views throughout.
This small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping, fishing, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce, tourism, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure, greenspace, and public access.
Hub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
