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SUMMARY:Remembering the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:How do we remember the American Revolution?\nIn honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, Heritage Museums & Gardens presents Remembering the Revolution\, a site-wide exhibition exploring what life was like for everyday New Englanders during America’s founding era.\nDrawing from Heritage’s collections\, the exhibition examines the experiences of Patriots\, Loyalists\, local Wampanoag soldiers\, pacifist Shaker communities\, and others whose stories are often overshadowed by famous battles and Founding Fathers.\nHighlights include silver crafted by Paul Revere\, nine military miniature regiments\, and a 24-square-foot diorama depicting the British surrender at the Battle of Yorktown. Throughout Heritage’s 100-acre campus\, visitors can also discover interpretive displays connecting the museum’s collections and landscapes to the Revolutionary period.\nIncluded with museum admission.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/remembering-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Heritage Museums & Gardens\, Grove Street 67\, Sandwich\, Massachusetts\, 02563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Indigenous History,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Voices of a Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Visitors will step into a rural Massachusetts community and meet six Revolutionary-era residents—a printer\, housemaid\, lawyer\, shopkeeper\, tavern keeper\, and farmer’s wife—each navigating the growing conflict in their own way. To make the experience even more immersive\, guests will have an opportunity to learn about a specific person and build their own character\, allowing them to move through the Village as active participants in the unfolding story and decide whether it is in their best interest to fight for independence or remain loyal to The British Crown. Voices of a Revolution is produced in partnership with ClockJack Productions.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/voices-of-a-revolution/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road\, Sturbridge\, MA\, 01566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Reenactment
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SUMMARY:Witness to the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In Hatfield’s oldest cemetery\, the Hill Burying Ground\,  are 217 graves of people who were living in Hatfield during the Revolutionary War. Each one has been flagged with their name and age\, including the handful of babies born in 1776 or before the war ended in 1783. This is an on-going installation\, and will be open during daylight hours through October 3rd.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/witness-to-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Hill Cemetery\, Prospect Street 3\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Memorial,Outdoors,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hatfield Historical Soiety":MAILTO:hatfieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T140000
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SUMMARY:AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage
DESCRIPTION:In Stoneham\, the shadows of colonial fires and twentieth-century neon flicker side by side. Few realize how many secrets linger behind these iconic facades. \nThis self-guided audio tour leads straight through the city’s untold stories. Encounter corners and chapters that even locals walk past\, and let carefully crafted tales reveal what hides beneath the ordinary. \nWhy did a quiet night at the Bernard Cogan House erupt into controversy that changed a neighborhood? Who vanished beneath the glowing beacon of Stoneham’s eerily beautiful gas station? What explains the perfectly preserved pencil marks under the Warren Sweetser House staircase? \nMove between centuries as you cross storied main streets and hidden lanes. Each step peels back another layer of rebellion\, ambition\, and intrigue\, letting Stoneham rise up around you as never before. \nTap play and see how deep Stoneham’s shadows can stretch. The secrets are waiting.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/audatours-stoneham-audio-tour-timeless-tales-of-historic-pride-and-heritage/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk\, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the “Big Dig”—and concludes at Fan Pier in the dynamic Seaport district\, offering exceptional views throughout. \nThis small group walking tour explores the evolution of Boston’s waterfront\, from its origins as a colonial port in the British Empire; through its development as a major center for shipping\, fishing\, and global trade; to its rebirth as a hub for modern commerce\, tourism\, and recreation. As you venture through the heart of the Boston Harborwalk\, gain insight into the city’s significant efforts to expand and revitalize its waterfront infrastructure\, greenspace\, and public access. \nHub Town Tours delivers a compelling introduction to Boston’s identity as America’s “city by the sea.” Hear engaging stories as you pass historic landmarks and architectural highlights\, illustrating the remarkable shoreline transformation from an industrial area and “dirty water” dumping ground to a vibrant public space beside one of the cleanest harbors in the United States.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/boston-harbor-history-waterfront-walking-tour/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center\, Atlantic Avenue 191 W\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Tours
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SUMMARY:Nationwide Reading of the Declaration of Independence - Adams NHP
DESCRIPTION:On July 8 at 6 p.m. ET\, Americans across the globe will join for a simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence. From Alaska to Antarctica\, we will come together as one to mark the 250th anniversary of the first public reading. Join Adams National Historical Park rangers at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill for a free\, outdoor reading of this historic document. \nThis event will be held at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill (John Adams and John Quincy Adams Birthplaces)\, 141 Franklin St.\, Quincy\, MA 02169. In-park transportation is not available. Street parking is available at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill. The Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill is accessible by the MBTA Red Line via the Quincy Adams station (0.5 miles) and Quincy Center station (1 mile).
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/nationwide-reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence-adams-nhp/
LOCATION:Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill\, 141 Franklin St\, Quincy\, MA\, 02169\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,July 4th,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Easton's Special Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence and Kickoff to Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Easton’s Special Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence and Kickoff to Summer Concert Series \nWednesday\, July 8\n6:30 PM\nSteps of historic Oakes Ames Memorial Hall\, 3 Barrows Street\, Easton \nJoin the Town of Easton and the Easton Shovel Town Cultural District for a special community reading of the Declaration of Independence immediately before the kickoff to the Easton Shovel Town Cultural District’s Summer Concert Series on Wednesday\, July 8 at 6:30pm on the steps of historic Oakes Ames Memorial Hall! \nOn July 8\, 2026\, communities across Massachusetts will take part in Sharing the Spirit of America\, a statewide and nationwide initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the first public readings of the Declaration of Independence. \nAs the birthplace of the American Revolution\, Massachusetts holds a unique place in this history. The first public reading of the Declaration of Independence took place in Boston in 1776. \nEaston is proud to join communities across Massachusetts in this special commemoration\, honoring our shared history and the enduring legacy of the Declaration of Independence.  \nThe evening’s schedule is as follows: \n6:30 pm – Welcome and opening remarks by Dottie Fulginiti\, Chair of the Easton Select Board and Chair of the Easton Shovel Town Cultural District Management Partnership Team\n6:40 pm – Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence\n7:00 pm – Performance by Billy and the Jets\, kicking off the Easton Shovel Town Cultural District Summer Concert Series \nJoin us for an evening of community\, music\, and celebration as we reflect on our nation’s history.  FREE and all are welcome! \nFor questions or requests for reasonable accommodation\, please email Amy Rodrigues\, Cultural District Liaison at arodrigues@easton.ma.us or call 774-273-2997.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/eastons-special-community-reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence-and-kickoff-to-summer-concert-series/
LOCATION:Oakes Ames Memorial Hall\, Barrows Street 3\, Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Event,July 4th,Outdoors,Speakers
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