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SUMMARY:A Stake in the Ground: 1774
DESCRIPTION:Staged at Historic Deerfield\, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays\, set in Deerfield\, MA\, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation.  \nIn the summer of 1774\, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when a Liberty Pole is brought to town. The characters in three new one-act plays explore the political divisions\, tangled family relations\, and the complexities of enslavement from all sides. Join this vibrant\, immersive examination of the historical split that will define America. \nProduced by Plays in Place\, written by Talya Kingston\, Valyn Lyric Turner\, and Patrick Gabridge\, and directed by Brianna Sloane\, “A Stake In The Ground: 1774” will be performed outdoors at the locations* near where the characters lived in the past\, including outside the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. \nLocation & Logistics: The production is performed outdoors at the locations near where the characters lived in 1774\, including the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. * \nWeather Policy: Shows take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the production will move indoors to the Deerfield Community Center. \nAccessibility: Most performances (except for the weekend of July 31–August 2) are held outside. The audience will walk to each location along paved\, municipally-owned sidewalks and will be seated on folding chairs on grassy surfaces. \nJoin us for this vibrant and immersive exploration of the seeds of revolution!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-stake-in-the-ground-1774/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:historic deerfield\, 84B Old Main Street\, Deerfield\, Massachusetts\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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SUMMARY:Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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 of revolution. This exhibition engages with the memories and mythologies embedded in this collection\, calling attention to how we remember the American Revolution and reckon with its legacy. 𝘔𝘺𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘺 spotlights the deeply personal experiences of individuals\, families\, and communities caught up in extraordinary circumstances\, organized around the themes of Resistance\, Loyalty\, Liberty\, and Memory. This intimacy invites audiences to consider what it was like to live through these historic events and to contribute in small and not-so-small ways to the shaping of a new nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/myth-and-memory-stories-of-the-american-revolution/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Historic New England – Eustis Estate\, 1424 Canton Avenue\, Milton\, 02186\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T143000
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SUMMARY:A Stake in the Ground: 1774
DESCRIPTION:Staged at Historic Deerfield\, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays\, set in Deerfield\, MA\, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation.  \nIn the summer of 1774\, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when a Liberty Pole is brought to town. The characters in three new one-act plays explore the political divisions\, tangled family relations\, and the complexities of enslavement from all sides. Join this vibrant\, immersive examination of the historical split that will define America. \nProduced by Plays in Place\, written by Talya Kingston\, Valyn Lyric Turner\, and Patrick Gabridge\, and directed by Brianna Sloane\, “A Stake In The Ground: 1774” will be performed outdoors at the locations* near where the characters lived in the past\, including outside the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. \nLocation & Logistics: The production is performed outdoors at the locations near where the characters lived in 1774\, including the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. * \nWeather Policy: Shows take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the production will move indoors to the Deerfield Community Center. \nAccessibility: Most performances (except for the weekend of July 31–August 2) are held outside. The audience will walk to each location along paved\, municipally-owned sidewalks and will be seated on folding chairs on grassy surfaces. \nJoin us for this vibrant and immersive exploration of the seeds of revolution!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-stake-in-the-ground-1774/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:historic deerfield\, 84B Old Main Street\, Deerfield\, Massachusetts\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T140000
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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/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T100000
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SUMMARY:Handwriting the Constitution and Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION: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 supplies will be provided. Participants will first stop by the supply table to pick up writing supplies and copies of the Constitution and/or Declaration of Independence. Reproductions of John Adams’s personal copy of the Constitution held by Special Collections will also be available to transcribe. This program is self-paced. Patrons are invited to stay for the whole session or simply stay as long as they would like.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/handwriting-the-constitution-and-declaration-of-independence/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Boston Public Library: Copley Square Branch\, Boylston Street 700\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Public Library":MAILTO:ask@bpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
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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/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
UID:10010389-1786003200-1786024800@massachusetts250.org
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/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T140000
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CREATED:20260506T143629Z
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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/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T143153Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical
DESCRIPTION:The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons: proud\, frightened\, uncertain\, irritable\, charming\, often petty and ultimately noble figures\, determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation. \nIt’s the summer of 1776\, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts\, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania\, and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/1776-the-musical-2/
LOCATION:B.M.C Durfee High School\, Nagel Auditorium\, Elsbree Street 460\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Drama,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Little Theatre of Fall River":MAILTO:info@littletheatre.net
GEO:41.717446;-71.1270266
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270208T170000
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CREATED:20260505T165400Z
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SUMMARY:Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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 of revolution. This exhibition engages with the memories and mythologies embedded in this collection\, calling attention to how we remember the American Revolution and reckon with its legacy. 𝘔𝘺𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘺 spotlights the deeply personal experiences of individuals\, families\, and communities caught up in extraordinary circumstances\, organized around the themes of Resistance\, Loyalty\, Liberty\, and Memory. This intimacy invites audiences to consider what it was like to live through these historic events and to contribute in small and not-so-small ways to the shaping of a new nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/myth-and-memory-stories-of-the-american-revolution/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Historic New England – Eustis Estate\, 1424 Canton Avenue\, Milton\, 02186\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T123000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T144539Z
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SUMMARY:Curator Spotlight Talk: Revolutionary Legacies
DESCRIPTION:Join Curator and Director of Exhibitions Christie Jackson and Curator David Wood for a gallery talk in the new special exhibition Revolutionary Legacies.  \nFree with Museum admission. Members visit free.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/curator-spotlight-talk-revolutionary-legacies/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T153000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260331T151858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151858Z
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SUMMARY:Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/vineyard-preservation-trust-walking-tour-independence-on-foot/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Vincent House\, Main Street 99\, Edgartown\, Massachusetts\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Preservation Trust":MAILTO:thecarnegie@mvpreservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T203000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260507T213244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T213244Z
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SUMMARY:A Stake in the Ground: 1774
DESCRIPTION:Staged at Historic Deerfield\, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays\, set in Deerfield\, MA\, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation.  \nIn the summer of 1774\, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when a Liberty Pole is brought to town. The characters in three new one-act plays explore the political divisions\, tangled family relations\, and the complexities of enslavement from all sides. Join this vibrant\, immersive examination of the historical split that will define America. \nProduced by Plays in Place\, written by Talya Kingston\, Valyn Lyric Turner\, and Patrick Gabridge\, and directed by Brianna Sloane\, “A Stake In The Ground: 1774” will be performed outdoors at the locations* near where the characters lived in the past\, including outside the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. \nLocation & Logistics: The production is performed outdoors at the locations near where the characters lived in 1774\, including the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. * \nWeather Policy: Shows take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the production will move indoors to the Deerfield Community Center. \nAccessibility: Most performances (except for the weekend of July 31–August 2) are held outside. The audience will walk to each location along paved\, municipally-owned sidewalks and will be seated on folding chairs on grassy surfaces. \nJoin us for this vibrant and immersive exploration of the seeds of revolution!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-stake-in-the-ground-1774/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:historic deerfield\, 84B Old Main Street\, Deerfield\, Massachusetts\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
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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/2026-08-08/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260505T165400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T165400Z
UID:10008395-1786186800-1802192400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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 of revolution. This exhibition engages with the memories and mythologies embedded in this collection\, calling attention to how we remember the American Revolution and reckon with its legacy. 𝘔𝘺𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘺 spotlights the deeply personal experiences of individuals\, families\, and communities caught up in extraordinary circumstances\, organized around the themes of Resistance\, Loyalty\, Liberty\, and Memory. This intimacy invites audiences to consider what it was like to live through these historic events and to contribute in small and not-so-small ways to the shaping of a new nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/myth-and-memory-stories-of-the-american-revolution/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Historic New England – Eustis Estate\, 1424 Canton Avenue\, Milton\, 02186\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260504T211627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T211627Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Quincy Women
DESCRIPTION: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\, and daughter-in-law Abigail. The high social standing of the Quincy family and their many connections meant these women interacted with well-known figures like John and Abigail Adams\, Benjamin Franklin\, and the Marquis de Lafayette. Discover how this historic time affected the legacy that future generations of Quincy women would shape and protect. \nHistoric New England Members $15; Nonmembers $20. \nPlease call (617) 994-5930 for more information.  \nAccessibility Considerations: There are two flights on stairs on this tour.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/revolutionary-quincy-women/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Historic New England – Quincy House\, Muirhead Street 20\, Quincy\, Massachusetts\, 02170\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Women's History
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Historic New England – Quincy House Muirhead Street 20 Quincy Massachusetts 02170 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Muirhead Street 20:geo:-71.0146984,42.2717908
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T153000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260331T151858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151858Z
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SUMMARY:Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/vineyard-preservation-trust-walking-tour-independence-on-foot/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Vincent House\, Main Street 99\, Edgartown\, Massachusetts\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Preservation Trust":MAILTO:thecarnegie@mvpreservation.org
GEO:41.3907859;-70.5157587
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260507T213244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T213244Z
UID:10010515-1786213800-1786221000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:A Stake in the Ground: 1774
DESCRIPTION:Staged at Historic Deerfield\, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays\, set in Deerfield\, MA\, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation.  \nIn the summer of 1774\, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when a Liberty Pole is brought to town. The characters in three new one-act plays explore the political divisions\, tangled family relations\, and the complexities of enslavement from all sides. Join this vibrant\, immersive examination of the historical split that will define America. \nProduced by Plays in Place\, written by Talya Kingston\, Valyn Lyric Turner\, and Patrick Gabridge\, and directed by Brianna Sloane\, “A Stake In The Ground: 1774” will be performed outdoors at the locations* near where the characters lived in the past\, including outside the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. \nLocation & Logistics: The production is performed outdoors at the locations near where the characters lived in 1774\, including the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. * \nWeather Policy: Shows take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the production will move indoors to the Deerfield Community Center. \nAccessibility: Most performances (except for the weekend of July 31–August 2) are held outside. The audience will walk to each location along paved\, municipally-owned sidewalks and will be seated on folding chairs on grassy surfaces. \nJoin us for this vibrant and immersive exploration of the seeds of revolution!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-stake-in-the-ground-1774/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:historic deerfield\, 84B Old Main Street\, Deerfield\, Massachusetts\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260505T165400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T165400Z
UID:10008396-1786273200-1802278800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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 of revolution. This exhibition engages with the memories and mythologies embedded in this collection\, calling attention to how we remember the American Revolution and reckon with its legacy. 𝘔𝘺𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘺 spotlights the deeply personal experiences of individuals\, families\, and communities caught up in extraordinary circumstances\, organized around the themes of Resistance\, Loyalty\, Liberty\, and Memory. This intimacy invites audiences to consider what it was like to live through these historic events and to contribute in small and not-so-small ways to the shaping of a new nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/myth-and-memory-stories-of-the-american-revolution/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Historic New England – Eustis Estate\, 1424 Canton Avenue\, Milton\, 02186\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T163000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260507T213244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T213244Z
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SUMMARY:A Stake in the Ground: 1774
DESCRIPTION:Staged at Historic Deerfield\, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays\, set in Deerfield\, MA\, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation.  \nIn the summer of 1774\, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when a Liberty Pole is brought to town. The characters in three new one-act plays explore the political divisions\, tangled family relations\, and the complexities of enslavement from all sides. Join this vibrant\, immersive examination of the historical split that will define America. \nProduced by Plays in Place\, written by Talya Kingston\, Valyn Lyric Turner\, and Patrick Gabridge\, and directed by Brianna Sloane\, “A Stake In The Ground: 1774” will be performed outdoors at the locations* near where the characters lived in the past\, including outside the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. \nLocation & Logistics: The production is performed outdoors at the locations near where the characters lived in 1774\, including the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. * \nWeather Policy: Shows take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the production will move indoors to the Deerfield Community Center. \nAccessibility: Most performances (except for the weekend of July 31–August 2) are held outside. The audience will walk to each location along paved\, municipally-owned sidewalks and will be seated on folding chairs on grassy surfaces. \nJoin us for this vibrant and immersive exploration of the seeds of revolution!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-stake-in-the-ground-1774/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:historic deerfield\, 84B Old Main Street\, Deerfield\, Massachusetts\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
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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/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
UID:10010393-1786521600-1786543200@massachusetts250.org
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/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massachusetts250.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_0006-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="North Andover Historical Society":MAILTO:educator@northandoverhistoricalsociety.org
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
UID:10010394-1786608000-1786629600@massachusetts250.org
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/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massachusetts250.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_0006-scaled.jpg
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
UID:10010395-1786694400-1786716000@massachusetts250.org
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/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:North Andover Historical Society\, 800 Massachusetts Ave.\, North Andover\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massachusetts250.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_0006-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="North Andover Historical Society":MAILTO:educator@northandoverhistoricalsociety.org
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260505T165400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T165400Z
UID:10008397-1786705200-1802710800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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 of revolution. This exhibition engages with the memories and mythologies embedded in this collection\, calling attention to how we remember the American Revolution and reckon with its legacy. 𝘔𝘺𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘺 spotlights the deeply personal experiences of individuals\, families\, and communities caught up in extraordinary circumstances\, organized around the themes of Resistance\, Loyalty\, Liberty\, and Memory. This intimacy invites audiences to consider what it was like to live through these historic events and to contribute in small and not-so-small ways to the shaping of a new nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/myth-and-memory-stories-of-the-american-revolution/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:Historic New England – Eustis Estate\, 1424 Canton Avenue\, Milton\, 02186\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T153000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260331T151858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151858Z
UID:10007295-1786716000-1793460600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/vineyard-preservation-trust-walking-tour-independence-on-foot/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:Vincent House\, Main Street 99\, Edgartown\, Massachusetts\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Preservation Trust":MAILTO:thecarnegie@mvpreservation.org
GEO:41.3907859;-70.5157587
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260507T213244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T213244Z
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SUMMARY:A Stake in the Ground: 1774
DESCRIPTION:Staged at Historic Deerfield\, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays\, set in Deerfield\, MA\, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation.  \nIn the summer of 1774\, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when a Liberty Pole is brought to town. The characters in three new one-act plays explore the political divisions\, tangled family relations\, and the complexities of enslavement from all sides. Join this vibrant\, immersive examination of the historical split that will define America. \nProduced by Plays in Place\, written by Talya Kingston\, Valyn Lyric Turner\, and Patrick Gabridge\, and directed by Brianna Sloane\, “A Stake In The Ground: 1774” will be performed outdoors at the locations* near where the characters lived in the past\, including outside the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. \nLocation & Logistics: The production is performed outdoors at the locations near where the characters lived in 1774\, including the Ashley House\, the Allen House\, and the Stebbins House. * \nWeather Policy: Shows take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the production will move indoors to the Deerfield Community Center. \nAccessibility: Most performances (except for the weekend of July 31–August 2) are held outside. The audience will walk to each location along paved\, municipally-owned sidewalks and will be seated on folding chairs on grassy surfaces. \nJoin us for this vibrant and immersive exploration of the seeds of revolution!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-stake-in-the-ground-1774/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:historic deerfield\, 84B Old Main Street\, Deerfield\, Massachusetts\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260506T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T150022Z
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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/2026-08-15/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260505T165400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T165400Z
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SUMMARY:Myth and Memory: Stories of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION: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 of revolution. This exhibition engages with the memories and mythologies embedded in this collection\, calling attention to how we remember the American Revolution and reckon with its legacy. 𝘔𝘺𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘺 spotlights the deeply personal experiences of individuals\, families\, and communities caught up in extraordinary circumstances\, organized around the themes of Resistance\, Loyalty\, Liberty\, and Memory. This intimacy invites audiences to consider what it was like to live through these historic events and to contribute in small and not-so-small ways to the shaping of a new nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/myth-and-memory-stories-of-the-american-revolution/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:Historic New England – Eustis Estate\, 1424 Canton Avenue\, Milton\, 02186\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T143000
DTSTAMP:20260507T181703
CREATED:20260331T151858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151858Z
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SUMMARY:Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/vineyard-preservation-trust-walking-tour-independence-on-foot/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:Vincent House\, Main Street 99\, Edgartown\, Massachusetts\, 02539\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event
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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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