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SUMMARY:1776: Declaring Independence
DESCRIPTION:Featuring manuscripts\, artifacts\, and rarely seen treasures\, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history.  \nIn 1776\, people grappled with ideas of liberty\, loyalty\, and the role of government in society. Private letters\, intimate diaries\, and newspaper accounts reveal how the Declaration of Independence grew from draft to founding document. 1776: Declaring Independence spotlights handwritten copies of the Declaration by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson as well as multiple early printings\, including a rare Dunlap broadside. On and off the page\, we explore how it echoed across the commonwealth and around the world\, reshaping the colonists’ chances of launching a new nation. How did the Declaration change Americans’ quest for liberty\, then and now? We invite visitors to trace the Declaration’s complex legacy as a national beacon for celebration and protest. \nCheck here for closures and more admission information: https://www.masshist.org/visit/hours-and-admission
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/1776-declaring-independence/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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SUMMARY:The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement
DESCRIPTION:Explore major Massachusetts events in the first year of the American Revolution at the Old State House\, where protest turned into action and the momentum for independence accelerated. Created through a partnership between Revolutionary Spaces and the Massachusetts Historical Society\, The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement invites visitors to step into 1775 and 1776—a moment defined by uncertainty\, debate\, and decisions that would reshape the world.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-road-to-revolution-massachusetts-and-the-independence-movement/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Patriots of Color Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Patriots of Color\, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors\, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black\, Native\, and multiracial men and women who fought\, labored\, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents\, personal narratives\, and digital interactives\, the exhibition uncovers the courage and resilience of those whose contributions helped shape a new nation\, even as they continued to confront inequality and enslavement. \nBridging past and present\, Patriots of Color highlights the voices of descendants who are reclaiming these stories today—connecting revolutionary ideals of freedom and justice to the ongoing pursuit of equality in America. \nEntrance to the exhibit is included in admission to the Family Heritage Experience and can be purchased either in person or online.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/patriots-of-color-exhibition/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:Family Heritage Experience\, Newbury Street 97\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Exhibit,Indigenous History
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. \nThis free exhibit is part of the interactive How Do You See the World?® experience\, exploring the world through a lens of hope\, progress\, and generosity. Walk through the three-story\, stained glass Mapparium® globe (ticketed) that shows the world as it was in 1935 — from the inside of the world\, looking out. You can then explore “Our World: Mapping Progress\,” an exhibit featuring stories from The Christian Science Monitor\, the Pulitzer Prize-winning international news source headquartered in the building. Learn more about Eddy’s remarkable life and the global church she founded in “Christian Science and Mary Baker Eddy.” \nThis special exhibit will be open through spring and summer 2026 as part of the statewide MA250 celebrations. Tickets for the Mapparium® globe are free for youth under 18\, $6 for adults. All other exhibits\, including this special exhibit\, are free. \nHours of operation:\nMonday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nTuesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nWednesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nThursday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nFriday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSaturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. \nThe How Do You See the World?® experience is located at 210 Massachusetts Ave. in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. \nFor additional information and to buy tickets to the Mapparium® globe\, please visit christianscience.com/howdoyouseetheworld
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/special-exhibit-mary-baker-eddy-and-her-revolutionary-legacy/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:How Do You See the World? experience\, Massachusetts Avenue 210\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T080000
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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/2026-07-22/
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:20260722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T170000
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SUMMARY:Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries
DESCRIPTION:When you imagine a museum\, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes\, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the planet from different times and places. Objects span billions of years and come from every continent\, ocean\, and beyond. They are stone and bone\, plant and animal\, feather and fossil. \nSince the early days of Harvard University\, collections have been central to teaching and research. People continue to study these collections and uncover knowledge. Come explore some treasures of the collection! \nExplore historic specimens presented to mark the 250th Anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence on June 27.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/collecting-wonders-tomorrows-discoveries/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of Natural History\, Oxford Street 26\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T090000
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SUMMARY:Pop Quiz: 1776
DESCRIPTION:Step back into the 18th century and put your detective skills to the test! Pop Quiz: 1776 takes you on a four-museum adventure to uncover surprising ways that life at Harvard was both similar to and—or different from —today. Would Harvard students in 1776 have known about the things we see and do today? Take a guess\, then search for specific objects across our four museums—the Harvard Museum of Natural History\, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology\, the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, and the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments—to check your answers. \nPro tip: join us any Sunday–Friday 11:00 am–4:00 pm to access all four museums! \nCheck museum’s website for closure dates.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/pop-quiz-1776/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of Natural History\, Oxford Street 26\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T093000
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SUMMARY:1776: Declaring Independence
DESCRIPTION:Featuring manuscripts\, artifacts\, and rarely seen treasures\, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history.  \nIn 1776\, people grappled with ideas of liberty\, loyalty\, and the role of government in society. Private letters\, intimate diaries\, and newspaper accounts reveal how the Declaration of Independence grew from draft to founding document. 1776: Declaring Independence spotlights handwritten copies of the Declaration by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson as well as multiple early printings\, including a rare Dunlap broadside. On and off the page\, we explore how it echoed across the commonwealth and around the world\, reshaping the colonists’ chances of launching a new nation. How did the Declaration change Americans’ quest for liberty\, then and now? We invite visitors to trace the Declaration’s complex legacy as a national beacon for celebration and protest. \nCheck here for closures and more admission information: https://www.masshist.org/visit/hours-and-admission
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/1776-declaring-independence/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T170000
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SUMMARY:The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement
DESCRIPTION:Explore major Massachusetts events in the first year of the American Revolution at the Old State House\, where protest turned into action and the momentum for independence accelerated. Created through a partnership between Revolutionary Spaces and the Massachusetts Historical Society\, The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement invites visitors to step into 1775 and 1776—a moment defined by uncertainty\, debate\, and decisions that would reshape the world.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-road-to-revolution-massachusetts-and-the-independence-movement/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T180000
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SUMMARY:Patriots of Color Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Patriots of Color\, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors\, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black\, Native\, and multiracial men and women who fought\, labored\, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents\, personal narratives\, and digital interactives\, the exhibition uncovers the courage and resilience of those whose contributions helped shape a new nation\, even as they continued to confront inequality and enslavement. \nBridging past and present\, Patriots of Color highlights the voices of descendants who are reclaiming these stories today—connecting revolutionary ideals of freedom and justice to the ongoing pursuit of equality in America. \nEntrance to the exhibit is included in admission to the Family Heritage Experience and can be purchased either in person or online.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/patriots-of-color-exhibition/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Family Heritage Experience\, Newbury Street 97\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Exhibit,Indigenous History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T123000
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SUMMARY:American Stories: Rebels and Revolutionaries of the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:History & Art Series: This summer when America is celebrating its 250th anniversary\, join us for this historical and civic education program to learn how the Berkshires played a pivotal role in the founding of our nation. \n“American Stories: Rebels and Revolutionaries of the Berkshires” examines the history of the American Revolution and its reverberating echoes in the region\, nation\, and world by highlighting the fascinating but complicated biographies of Berkshire County residents who impacted American history and culture from the late 1700s onward. \nSign up for the entire series of five classes held at the Norman Rockwell Museum. Each class will begin in the galleries of Norman Rockwell Museum’s “American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell” with a discussion of a work on view that connects to the theme of that day’s class. \nCourse Instructor: Justin F. Jackson is a lecturer and visiting scholar at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst \nClasses and lectures include: \n1) “Declarations of Independence”: Theodore Sedgwick\, the Sheffield Resolves\, and the Rise of Protest in the Berkshires \n2) “Our America”: Daniel Nimham\, the Stockbridge Mohicans\, and the Revolution’s “Missing Indians” \n3) “I Am\, Amen”: Black Freedom Struggles in the Berkshires\, from Agrippa Hull and Elizabeth Freeman to Samuel Harrison and W.E.B. Du Bois \n4) “Do Unto Others”: Rev. Thomas Allen\, Shays’s Rebellion\, and a Sovereign People’s Constitutions in Massachusetts and America \n5) “The Real Thing”: Herman Melville\, the Magic of Memory\, and Representing the American Dream \nAbout Justin F. Jackson\nJustin F. Jackson is a lecturer and visiting scholar at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst\, where he teaches US history\, and the history of Boston and Massachusetts. The Berkshire Eagle is publishing his monthly column\, “Revolution: Berkshires\,” on the American Revolution’s local history in the run-up to the semi-sesquicentennial in July 2026. A scholar of US foreign relations history\, he is author of The Work of Empire: War\, Occupation\, and the Making of American Colonialism in Cuba and the Philippines (University of North Carolina Press\, 2025). His next book\, “Cherry Cottage: Between Ruin and Restoration\, America’s History Retold through a Berkshire Home\,” explores how a preserved Stockbridge home produced Americans’ sense of the past\, and nation\, through place.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-stories-rebels-and-revolutionaries-of-the-berkshires/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, Glendale Road 9\, Stockbridge\, Massachusetts\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Event,Exhibit,Indigenous History,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T173000
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SUMMARY:American Stories: Rebels and Revolutionaries of the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:CHOOSE from 11 am or 5:30 pm sessions\nEvery Wednesday in July;  \nA Berkshire History Course \nThis summer when America is celebrating its 250th anniversary\, join us for this historical and civic education program to learn how the Berkshires played a pivotal role in the founding of our nation. \nAmerican Stories: Rebels and Revolutionaries of the Berkshires examines the history of the American Revolution and its reverberating echoes in the region\, nation\, and world by highlighting the fascinating but complicated biographies of Berkshire County residents who impacted American history and culture from the late eighteenth century onward. \nEach class will begin in the galleries of Norman Rockwell Museum’s American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell with a discussion of a work on view that connects to the theme of that day’s class. \nCourse Instructor: Justin F. Jackson is a lecturer and visiting scholar at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-stories-rebels-and-revolutionaries-of-the-berkshires-2/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, Glendale Road 9\, Stockbridge\, Massachusetts\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit,Tours,Women's History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T211921Z
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. \nThis free exhibit is part of the interactive How Do You See the World?® experience\, exploring the world through a lens of hope\, progress\, and generosity. Walk through the three-story\, stained glass Mapparium® globe (ticketed) that shows the world as it was in 1935 — from the inside of the world\, looking out. You can then explore “Our World: Mapping Progress\,” an exhibit featuring stories from The Christian Science Monitor\, the Pulitzer Prize-winning international news source headquartered in the building. Learn more about Eddy’s remarkable life and the global church she founded in “Christian Science and Mary Baker Eddy.” \nThis special exhibit will be open through spring and summer 2026 as part of the statewide MA250 celebrations. Tickets for the Mapparium® globe are free for youth under 18\, $6 for adults. All other exhibits\, including this special exhibit\, are free. \nHours of operation:\nMonday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nTuesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nWednesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nThursday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nFriday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSaturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. \nThe How Do You See the World?® experience is located at 210 Massachusetts Ave. in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. \nFor additional information and to buy tickets to the Mapparium® globe\, please visit christianscience.com/howdoyouseetheworld
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/special-exhibit-mary-baker-eddy-and-her-revolutionary-legacy/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:How Do You See the World? experience\, Massachusetts Avenue 210\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T140000
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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/2026-07-23/
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:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260706T190956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190956Z
UID:10014545-1784797200-1784826000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries
DESCRIPTION:When you imagine a museum\, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes\, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the planet from different times and places. Objects span billions of years and come from every continent\, ocean\, and beyond. They are stone and bone\, plant and animal\, feather and fossil. \nSince the early days of Harvard University\, collections have been central to teaching and research. People continue to study these collections and uncover knowledge. Come explore some treasures of the collection! \nExplore historic specimens presented to mark the 250th Anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence on June 27.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/collecting-wonders-tomorrows-discoveries/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of Natural History\, Oxford Street 26\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260714T143221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T143221Z
UID:10014870-1784797200-1784826000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Pop Quiz: 1776
DESCRIPTION:Step back into the 18th century and put your detective skills to the test! Pop Quiz: 1776 takes you on a four-museum adventure to uncover surprising ways that life at Harvard was both similar to and—or different from —today. Would Harvard students in 1776 have known about the things we see and do today? Take a guess\, then search for specific objects across our four museums—the Harvard Museum of Natural History\, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology\, the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, and the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments—to check your answers. \nPro tip: join us any Sunday–Friday 11:00 am–4:00 pm to access all four museums! \nCheck museum’s website for closure dates.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/pop-quiz-1776/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of Natural History\, Oxford Street 26\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
UID:10006738-1784799000-1784822400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:1776: Declaring Independence
DESCRIPTION:Featuring manuscripts\, artifacts\, and rarely seen treasures\, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history.  \nIn 1776\, people grappled with ideas of liberty\, loyalty\, and the role of government in society. Private letters\, intimate diaries\, and newspaper accounts reveal how the Declaration of Independence grew from draft to founding document. 1776: Declaring Independence spotlights handwritten copies of the Declaration by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson as well as multiple early printings\, including a rare Dunlap broadside. On and off the page\, we explore how it echoed across the commonwealth and around the world\, reshaping the colonists’ chances of launching a new nation. How did the Declaration change Americans’ quest for liberty\, then and now? We invite visitors to trace the Declaration’s complex legacy as a national beacon for celebration and protest. \nCheck here for closures and more admission information: https://www.masshist.org/visit/hours-and-admission
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/1776-declaring-independence/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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GEO:42.3464046;-71.0898925
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
UID:10006439-1784800800-1784826000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement
DESCRIPTION:Explore major Massachusetts events in the first year of the American Revolution at the Old State House\, where protest turned into action and the momentum for independence accelerated. Created through a partnership between Revolutionary Spaces and the Massachusetts Historical Society\, The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement invites visitors to step into 1775 and 1776—a moment defined by uncertainty\, debate\, and decisions that would reshape the world.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-road-to-revolution-massachusetts-and-the-independence-movement/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260409T212114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T212114Z
UID:10008036-1784800800-1784829600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Patriots of Color Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Patriots of Color\, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors\, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black\, Native\, and multiracial men and women who fought\, labored\, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents\, personal narratives\, and digital interactives\, the exhibition uncovers the courage and resilience of those whose contributions helped shape a new nation\, even as they continued to confront inequality and enslavement. \nBridging past and present\, Patriots of Color highlights the voices of descendants who are reclaiming these stories today—connecting revolutionary ideals of freedom and justice to the ongoing pursuit of equality in America. \nEntrance to the exhibit is included in admission to the Family Heritage Experience and can be purchased either in person or online.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/patriots-of-color-exhibition/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Family Heritage Experience\, Newbury Street 97\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Exhibit,Indigenous History
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Ancestors":MAILTO:Advancement@americanancestors.org
GEO:42.351814;-71.0752073
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260601T144149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T144149Z
UID:10011311-1784811600-1789228800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Salt and Survival: The Untold Story of the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:School lessons about the American Revolution often focus on the Boston Tea Party—but far fewer people learn about the importance of salt.\nCod 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. \nIn 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. \nAt 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.  \nIn 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!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/salt-and-survival-the-untold-story-of-the-revolution/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Jericho Historical Center\, Old Main Street 90\, Dennis\, Massachusetts\, 02670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260421T211921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T211921Z
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. \nThis free exhibit is part of the interactive How Do You See the World?® experience\, exploring the world through a lens of hope\, progress\, and generosity. Walk through the three-story\, stained glass Mapparium® globe (ticketed) that shows the world as it was in 1935 — from the inside of the world\, looking out. You can then explore “Our World: Mapping Progress\,” an exhibit featuring stories from The Christian Science Monitor\, the Pulitzer Prize-winning international news source headquartered in the building. Learn more about Eddy’s remarkable life and the global church she founded in “Christian Science and Mary Baker Eddy.” \nThis special exhibit will be open through spring and summer 2026 as part of the statewide MA250 celebrations. Tickets for the Mapparium® globe are free for youth under 18\, $6 for adults. All other exhibits\, including this special exhibit\, are free. \nHours of operation:\nMonday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nTuesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nWednesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nThursday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nFriday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSaturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. \nThe How Do You See the World?® experience is located at 210 Massachusetts Ave. in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. \nFor additional information and to buy tickets to the Mapparium® globe\, please visit christianscience.com/howdoyouseetheworld
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/special-exhibit-mary-baker-eddy-and-her-revolutionary-legacy/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:How Do You See the World? experience\, Massachusetts Avenue 210\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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GEO:42.344981;-71.086029
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
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/2026-07-24/
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:20260724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260706T190956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190956Z
UID:10014546-1784883600-1784912400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries
DESCRIPTION:When you imagine a museum\, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes\, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the planet from different times and places. Objects span billions of years and come from every continent\, ocean\, and beyond. They are stone and bone\, plant and animal\, feather and fossil. \nSince the early days of Harvard University\, collections have been central to teaching and research. People continue to study these collections and uncover knowledge. Come explore some treasures of the collection! \nExplore historic specimens presented to mark the 250th Anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence on June 27.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/collecting-wonders-tomorrows-discoveries/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of Natural History\, Oxford Street 26\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260714T143221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T143221Z
UID:10014871-1784883600-1784912400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Pop Quiz: 1776
DESCRIPTION:Step back into the 18th century and put your detective skills to the test! Pop Quiz: 1776 takes you on a four-museum adventure to uncover surprising ways that life at Harvard was both similar to and—or different from —today. Would Harvard students in 1776 have known about the things we see and do today? Take a guess\, then search for specific objects across our four museums—the Harvard Museum of Natural History\, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology\, the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East\, and the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments—to check your answers. \nPro tip: join us any Sunday–Friday 11:00 am–4:00 pm to access all four museums! \nCheck museum’s website for closure dates.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/pop-quiz-1776/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Harvard Museum of Natural History\, Oxford Street 26\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
UID:10006739-1784885400-1784908800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:1776: Declaring Independence
DESCRIPTION:Featuring manuscripts\, artifacts\, and rarely seen treasures\, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history.  \nIn 1776\, people grappled with ideas of liberty\, loyalty\, and the role of government in society. Private letters\, intimate diaries\, and newspaper accounts reveal how the Declaration of Independence grew from draft to founding document. 1776: Declaring Independence spotlights handwritten copies of the Declaration by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson as well as multiple early printings\, including a rare Dunlap broadside. On and off the page\, we explore how it echoed across the commonwealth and around the world\, reshaping the colonists’ chances of launching a new nation. How did the Declaration change Americans’ quest for liberty\, then and now? We invite visitors to trace the Declaration’s complex legacy as a national beacon for celebration and protest. \nCheck here for closures and more admission information: https://www.masshist.org/visit/hours-and-admission
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/1776-declaring-independence/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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GEO:42.3464046;-71.0898925
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
UID:10006440-1784887200-1784912400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement
DESCRIPTION:Explore major Massachusetts events in the first year of the American Revolution at the Old State House\, where protest turned into action and the momentum for independence accelerated. Created through a partnership between Revolutionary Spaces and the Massachusetts Historical Society\, The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement invites visitors to step into 1775 and 1776—a moment defined by uncertainty\, debate\, and decisions that would reshape the world.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-road-to-revolution-massachusetts-and-the-independence-movement/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260724T131936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T131936Z
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SUMMARY:Ruckus!
DESCRIPTION:Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space\, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. \nFrom the floorboards to the balconies\, you will be surrounded by dynamic sound\, lighting\, and projected animations of fiery revolutionaries\, determined citizens\, and some unlikely troublemakers whose courage shook these walls. \nFor visitors\, locals\, and adventurers of all ages\, Ruckus! is a powerful way to begin exploring Boston’s pivotal role in shaping our nation—a fast-paced and unforgettable reminder that a little Ruckus! can change everything. \nTickets also get you general admission to the Old State House and Old South Meeting House\, including access to all exhibits\, gallery talks\, and tours.  \nRuckus! is suitable for general audiences\, with parental discretion is advised for younger children. The show includes loud sound effects (including gunfire)\, dynamic lighting\, and moments that may feel intense for some visitors\, particularly young children or those sensitive to loud noises or bright lights. \nCheck our website for the most up to date ticket times.  \nRuckus! is made possible through the generous support of a local private foundation\, with major support from The Lynch Foundation\, The Hamilton Company Charitable Foundation\, Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism\, Massachusetts 250\, Meet Boston\, and many generous individual supporters.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/ruckus/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Old South Meeting House\, Washington Street 310\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Revolutionary Spaces":MAILTO:marketing@revolutionaryspaces.org
GEO:42.3571796;-71.0584927
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T180000
DTSTAMP:20260726T133540
CREATED:20260409T212114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T212114Z
UID:10008037-1784887200-1784916000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Patriots of Color Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Patriots of Color\, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors\, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black\, Native\, and multiracial men and women who fought\, labored\, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents\, personal narratives\, and digital interactives\, the exhibition uncovers the courage and resilience of those whose contributions helped shape a new nation\, even as they continued to confront inequality and enslavement. \nBridging past and present\, Patriots of Color highlights the voices of descendants who are reclaiming these stories today—connecting revolutionary ideals of freedom and justice to the ongoing pursuit of equality in America. \nEntrance to the exhibit is included in admission to the Family Heritage Experience and can be purchased either in person or online.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/patriots-of-color-exhibition/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Family Heritage Experience\, Newbury Street 97\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Exhibit,Indigenous History
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Ancestors":MAILTO:Advancement@americanancestors.org
GEO:42.351814;-71.0752073
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T113000
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SUMMARY:Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to introduce our most ambitious exhibit ever\, titled “Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State\,” made possible by a grant from Massachusetts 250 and the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT). Through rare artifacts\, photographs\, and documents\, this exhibit will tell the story of Massachusetts brewers from the Pilgrims to the present. This exhibit will be held in a rebuilt Revolutionary era tavern and tickets will be $5. Come see it starting May 30th at 107 Old Main Street in Deerfield at the Indian House Memorial.\nNo state has been more impacted by brewing than Massachusetts. But this story hasn’t been told in one place\, until now. “Brewing Massachusetts” will be open during the 250th anniversary of 1776\, a landmark nationwide event that will shine a spotlight on American history. We want to incorporate the entire state in our celebration of the History of Brewing\, and what better way than to include all of Massachusetts.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/brewing-massachusetts-how-beer-shaped-the-bay-state/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Indian House Memorial\, Old Main Street 107\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culinary,Exhibit
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. \nThis free exhibit is part of the interactive How Do You See the World?® experience\, exploring the world through a lens of hope\, progress\, and generosity. Walk through the three-story\, stained glass Mapparium® globe (ticketed) that shows the world as it was in 1935 — from the inside of the world\, looking out. You can then explore “Our World: Mapping Progress\,” an exhibit featuring stories from The Christian Science Monitor\, the Pulitzer Prize-winning international news source headquartered in the building. Learn more about Eddy’s remarkable life and the global church she founded in “Christian Science and Mary Baker Eddy.” \nThis special exhibit will be open through spring and summer 2026 as part of the statewide MA250 celebrations. Tickets for the Mapparium® globe are free for youth under 18\, $6 for adults. All other exhibits\, including this special exhibit\, are free. \nHours of operation:\nMonday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nTuesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nWednesday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nThursday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nFriday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSaturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nSunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. \nThe How Do You See the World?® experience is located at 210 Massachusetts Ave. in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. \nFor additional information and to buy tickets to the Mapparium® globe\, please visit christianscience.com/howdoyouseetheworld
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/special-exhibit-mary-baker-eddy-and-her-revolutionary-legacy/2026-07-25/
LOCATION:How Do You See the World? experience\, Massachusetts Avenue 210\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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