As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this webinar, co-hosted by The Immigration Learning Center and the Institute for Immigration Research at George Mason University, invites educators to examine how immigration has shaped the nation from the Revolutionary era to the present day. Learn about contributions […]
Free In-Person Special Event ArtsThursdays: Revolutionary Teas Thursday, February 26, 5:00–9:00 pm RSVPs encouraged Enter at Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, 11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge Join us for a free, fun evening at the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology—perfect for a date night, a friends’ outing, or meeting new people. This special edition […]
This is a virtual event free to attend. Please visit here to register: https://www.masshist.org/events/indigenous-identity The American Revolution reverberated across New England, touching the lives of the many Indigenous peoples living there. The Northeastern tribal nations reacted to the conflict in support of their sovereign interests; some chose to fight, while others engaged in diplomatic conversations […]
Thursday, February 26th 7:00 – 8:30 PM Acton Town Hall, 472 Main Street, Room 204 In early 1776, the young Continental Army colonel Henry Knox moved dozens of heavy cannons and mortars from Lake Champlain to the siege lines around Boston; one of the most famous stories from the Revolutionary War. And like many famous […]
Freedom Trail® Foundation’s acclaimed African American Patriots® Tours celebrate the African American patriots that played a vital role in the start of the American Revolution in Boston and in the formation of our country. Led by 18th-century costumed guides, tour-goers can view history through the eyes of these courageous men and women throughout Black History […]
On July 4, 2026, our nation will celebrate the semiquincentennial anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Leading up to this historic birthday Revolution 250 was created. In keeping with this celebratory campaign, it is with great enthusiasm that we present the momentous commemoration of this country’s founding, Knox Trail 250. This sequenced […]
Speaker: Joyce E. Chaplin, James Duncan Phillips Professor of Early American History, Harvard University Ask anyone why Benjamin Franklin is famous and they will likely mention his role in the American Revolution. Yet Franklin’s celebrity began with his science. Decades before independence, Immanuel Kant hailed him as “the Modern Prometheus,” a bold defier of nature […]
The morning of March 5, 1776, on the sixth anniversary of the Boston Massacre, British troops discovered that Patriot forces fortified Dorchester Heights overnight. The date had not been chosen by accident. Every anniversary of the Boston Massacre, Patriot leaders remembered the event with orations and public commemorations. This year, for the two hundred and […]
Speaker: Joyce E. Chaplin, James Duncan Phillips Professor of Early American History, Harvard University Ask anyone why Benjamin Franklin is famous and they will likely mention his role in the American Revolution. Yet Franklin’s celebrity began with his science. Decades before independence, Immanuel Kant hailed him as “the Modern Prometheus,” a bold defier of nature […]
Step into wartime Newburyport with Alex Cain as loyalists face persecution, prices soar, and fear hangs heavy as we move to independence. In 1776, as war raged across the American colonies, the clash of armies echoed far beyond the battlefield into everyday life in Newburyport. Historian and fan favorite Alex Cain invites you to step […]
Join us for a two-hour Evacuation Day Cruise through Boston Harbor to explore the story of the Siege of Boston from the water (June 1775 to March 1776). As we navigate the same channels used by the British fleet to evacuate the town, Park Rangers will provide historical narration highlighting the key events, people, landmarks, […]
On July 4, 2026, our nation will celebrate the semiquincentennial anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Leading up to this historic birthday Revolution 250 was created. In keeping with this celebratory campaign, it is with great enthusiasm that we present the momentous commemoration of this country’s founding, Knox Trail 250. This sequenced […]
March 7, 2026 at 3:30 pm Performing Arts Center, Brewster America 250 Series In Person & Livestreamed The Miracle at Dorchester Heights, Independence, and American Values Presented by Larkin Spivey, decorated Vietnam veteran, historian, and author Join us for a year-long a series of monthly lectures celebrating God's miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for […]
As the U.S. marks the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War, local historians have delved deeply into the history of the Revolution in Old Dartmouth. Different approaches reveal new and exciting stories related to the 1770s and 1780s in the areas now called Westport, Dartmouth, New Bedford, Fairhaven, and Acushnet. Join us this March […]
Join us for a virtual talk exploring the Siege of Boston – its origins, impacts, and conclusion – and how the departure of the British Military from Boston would influence the pivotal year of 1776 and what became the Revolutionary War. Virtual: Please register with the Boston Public Library (https://bpl.libcal.com/event/16163728).
Explore the story of Phillis Wheatley Peters—her genius, her defiance, and the love that stood with her against extraordinary odds. ‘In Search of Phillis Wheatley Peters’ Director Talk and Screening. An Exclusive Museum of Old Newbury Event (MA250 Programming) Join us for a special screening and conversation with the filmmakers as part of the Museum […]
Join Chief Historian Kanisorn Wongsrichanalai for "What Kind of Nation?", a gallery talk on the exhibition 1776: Declaring Independence. Visitors are invited to explore the rest of the exhibition and ask questions. Attendance is free. Please visit here to register: https://www.masshist.org/events/gallery-talk-march-12-2026
To mark the 250th anniversaries of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States, a coalition of local non-profits and government agencies will present Washington in American Memory, a seven-part speaker series. Retrace George Washington’s post-inaugural journeys and explore how he sought to unite a fragile new nation, featuring: -Peter Drummey, Chief Historian […]
Come together for an evening of remembrance at Dorchester Heights. This luminaria event invites visitors to pause, reflect, and connect with a turning point in the American Revolution. Two thousand luminaria will illuminate the fully restored national landmark to honor the legacy of Evacuation Day, which marks the end of the Siege of Boston. As […]
Please join Mike Manning, South Boston native and amateur military historian, in a discussion of "Evacuation Day" and its 250th anniversary Join South Boston native and amateur military historian Mike Manning for an engaging, in-person discussion exploring the history and meaning of Evacuation Day alongside St. Patrick’s Day. This educational program covers key topics from […]
Step back in time at Dorchester Heights and experience an American Revolution era artillery encampment brought to life. See authentic cannons up close and learn about the British evacuation of Boston in 1776. This hands-on, family-friendly program offers a vivid look at the technology and teamwork that helped change the course of American history. Visitors […]
One of the most strategic and decisive victories of the Revolutionary War, the bold action of Patriots (including men of Yarmouth) at Dorchester Heights fooled the British navy into ending its siege of Boston, fleeing on March 17, 1776. Come see and hear the stories in an interactive portrayal of “Yarmouth Patriots” who were part […]
Through the magic of time travel, the Dorchester Historical Society welcomes Submit Clapp Baker, who lived from 1749 to 1836, and is portrayed by DHS board member Karen McNutt. Middie Baker will share her vivid memories of events, people, and Dorchester life in the second half of the 18th century. Her recollections include the complicated […]
On July 4, 2026, our nation will celebrate the semiquincentennial anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Leading up to this historic birthday Revolution 250 was created. In keeping with this celebratory campaign, it is with great enthusiasm that we present the momentous commemoration of this country’s founding, Knox Trail 250. This sequenced […]
Who was the calligrapher that wrote the Declaration of Independence? How did they write during the American Revolution? What tools did they use? What lettering style? Can I write like they did? We will explore these questions and more in this hands-on 90-minute program with calligrapher, Debby Reelitz! Participants will get the opportunity to write […]
The public is invited to attend the Spring meeting of the Agawam Historical Association, when Sheryl Faye will portray Abigail Adams in "Abigail Adams – Liberty & Legacy.” Sometimes considered a founder of the REPUBLIC, Abigail Adams is now designated the First second lady and the Second First lady of the UNITED STATES. Adams’ life […]
On March 17, 1776, the British military pulled out of Boston, giving General George Washington his first victory of the Revolutionary War. Already, however, he was positioning the Continental Army for the redcoats to return. Meanwhile, the political atmosphere had changed, sending the thirteen colonies in a new direction. This year's annual Evacuation Day talk […]
The public is invited to attend the Spring meeting of the Agawam Historical Association, when Sheryl Faye will portray Abigail Adams in "Abigail Adams – Liberty & Legacy.” Sometimes considered a founder of the REPUBLIC, Abigail Adams is now designated the First second lady and the Second First lady of the UNITED STATES. Adams’ life […]
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 1pm, we’ll be hosting a presentation at the Springfield Armory National Historic Site that celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the Knox Trail. The centerpiece of the event will be a documentary screening, followed by a lively discussion on the historical importance of the Knox Trail, featuring Jonathan Barkan and […]
Step back in time with Stacy Booth of the 2nd Massachusetts Regiment and experience the sights, smells, and techniques of colonial‑era cooking. Join us at the historic Lafayette‑Durfee House for a hands‑on look at how meals were prepared over an open hearth in the 1700s. The transition from winter to spring is the hardest season […]
Reenactor Henry Cooke will portray the life and preaching of a significant Concord resident, the Rev. William Emerson, during the weeks leading up to the battle at the Old North Bridge and his experiences on the day itself. He will interpret Rev. Emerson’s artillery sermon on Muster Day on March 17, 1775, which presages the […]
Join experts from around the world for a one-day symposium on Revolutionary War privateers and Newburyport’s Atlantic impact! From Newburyport wharves, privateers surged into the Atlantic with a single mission: take the fight to British commerce. Armed with letters of marque, these privately owned vessels disrupted enemy supply lines, seized valuable cargo, and brought home […]
Songs, stories, theatrics, and an epic "crankie" panorama bring Newburyport’s Revolutionary taverns to life. Come raise a glass with us! At the end of a landmark privateering symposium, what is there left to do but repair to the tavern? In Revolutionary Newburyport, taverns were more than places to drink. They were the town’s patriot headquarters, […]
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Location: Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, Knafel Center 10 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Cost: Free and open to the public; advance registration required THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, examines how America’s founding turned the world upside down. Thirteen […]
About the Author: Eric Jay Dolin is the author of seventeen books, including Leviathan: The History of Whaling in America; A Furious Sky: The Five-Hundred-Year History of America’s Hurricanes; Black Flags, Blue Waters: The Epic History of America’s Most Notorious Pirates; and Rebels at Sea: Privateering in the American Revolution. His forthcoming book (June 2, […]
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026 Time: 2:45–6:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:30 p.m.) Location: Harvard University, Boylston Hall, Fong Auditorium Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA 02138 Cost: Free and open to the public; advance registration required for in-person attendance This afternoon mini-symposium examines the Siege of Boston (April 19, 1775 – March 17, 1776) and considers […]
The Battle of Falmouth—An important Revolutionary War encounter between the Colonial Militia and British Troops occurred in April of 1779 in our town of Falmouth, Massachusetts. Faced with imminent attack by British troops and the threat of the town being burned, the local Militia stepped up in a fascinating series of events and saved the […]
Join Adams National Historical Park Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29 for a premier 250th anniversary event commemorating the American Revolution experiences of Abigail Adams and the legacy of her famous "Remember the Ladies" letter to John Adams.
Historic Newton celebrates the 250th anniversary of the founding of America! Join us on Saturday, March 28th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM and explore what life was like in the Revolutionary era. Engage with reenactors, drink Patriot and Loyalist tea, do hands-on crafts, participate in a scavenger hunt, and more! You'll be truly immersed […]
Join us at the Museum of Printing for Andy Volpe’s "Printing Revolution" lecture —press freedom and colonial resistance before Independence. Andy Volpe's "Printing Revolution" presentation, takes a look not only at the printing press and printing technology being considered "revolutionary", but also looking at what was printed. Including the idea of Freedom of the Press, […]
On Saturday, March 28, Dr. Kimberly Alexander, Director of Museum Studies and Senior Lecturer in the History Department of the University of New Hampshire, will speak about women’s textile production and political protest in the 18th century. She will present her research and show tactile components of flax production from her work with the UNH […]
Eric Jay Dolin is the award-winning best-selling author of fifteen books, including one with the same title as his talk. He will discuss the critical role of “the ragtag fleet of private vessels” that “tormented the British on the broad Atlantic and in bays and harbors on both sides of the ocean” in determining the […]
To mark the 250th anniversaries of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States, a coalition of local non-profits and government agencies will present Washington in American Memory, a seven-part speaker series. Explore how Americans have remembered and forgotten Washington’s involvement with slavery over the past 250 years, featuring: -Kelli Racine Barnes, ACE […]
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 5:30 and the program will begin 6:00 PM. Please visit here to register: https://www.masshist.org/events/founding-women From letters to plays and poetry to […]
The last of three 250th special exhibitions at the Concord Museum, Revolutionary Legacies will trace how Concord’s role in the Revolution has been remembered over time and how it has been taken up as a national symbol. The exhibition will explore the history of past commemorations in Concord, the creation of national myths and legends […]
Join us as we welcome Sarah Walsh back to Buttonwoods on Wednesday, April 1st at 6:30pm to give a talk about Abigail Adams and 18th-century clothing. We will serve punch made from a period recipe and very light snacks. Tickets will be $30* and all proceeds will go towards funding our upcoming "Stitching History Together" […]
Marblehead 250: Revolutionary Near Miss Wednesday, April 1, 7:00—8:30 PM Event Center (105) Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA, 01945 aerial view of a street in Marblehead with a photo of men in revolutionary red coats and muskets mar In this first of eleven free illustrated talks offered by the Marblehead 250 Committee […]
American Rebels: The Hancock, Adams, and Quincy Families Fanned the Flames of Revolution...in Newburyport and Beyond. Newburyport's Offin Boardman carried secret letters for John Adams, who argued court cases in Newburyport. The USS Hancock was built in Newburyport in 1776, and all three families were linked by ties of blood and friendship to this community. […]
In April 2026, Patrick Atkinson, a Scottish Rite Freemason from Delaware, will lace up his running shoes and set out on a monumental journey, running from Wilmington, Delaware, to Lexington, Massachusetts. This isn’t just a physical test of endurance. It’s a fundraiser to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, […]
