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SUMMARY:Legacy of Liberty: Yarmouth’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, June 20\, 2026\, as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of Yarmouth’s own Declaration of Independence. \nStep back into the year 1776 and experience the spirit of the American Revolution right here in Yarmouth Port. This event is a powerful tribute to the 477 “Old Yarmouth” patriots who fought for our freedom\, brought to life through moving ceremonies and a vibrant community fair.  Our Living History Fair will feature local militia\, colonial craft demonstrators\, living history interpreters\, and an Ancient Cemetery tour. This event is free and open to all. For more information visit bit.ly/yarmouth250
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/legacy-of-liberty-yarmouths-250th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Fred Thacher Playground\, Old Church Street 1\, Yarmouth\, MA\, 02675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Outdoors,Speakers
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SUMMARY:America 250 Open House at the MFA
DESCRIPTION:Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the United States\, the MFA is reimagining its display of 18th-century art of the Americas—and you’re invited to celebrate the grand opening with free admission and a day of exciting programs! \nBe among the first to experience these eight new galleries\, which reflect on the early history of the US and bring together works from across the Americas—integrating Native and non-native\, North\, South\, and Central American\, and Caribbean art—to consider how artists have contributed to\, or in some cases resisted\, ideas of nationhood and identity. \nEngage with the galleries and their themes of resistance\, liberty\, and revolution through art making\, performances\, talks\, and more. Activities are for visitors of all ages and abilities unless otherwise noted. \nFree Juneteenth Admission for MA Residents\nCan’t wait to explore the new 18th-century art of the Americas galleries? Join us on Friday\, June 19\, to get an early look at these spaces while participating in art-making activities\, catching talks\, and more in honor of Juneteenth.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/america-at-250-open-house-at-the-mfa/
LOCATION:Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston\, 465 Huntington Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Event,Exhibit,Indigenous History,Speakers,Tours,Women's History
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SUMMARY:Keynote at the Adams Theater: Stacy Schiff
DESCRIPTION:Pulitzer Prize–winning biographer and Adams native Stacy Schiff returns home for a special MA250 Festival keynote on June 20\, 2026.  \nIn conversation with interlocutor Sara Houghteling\, Schiff will explore the fiery origins of the American Revolution as detailed in her latest work\, The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams\, while offering an exclusive look at her current research into the final years of Benjamin Franklin.  \nThis homecoming event offers a rare opportunity to engage with one of the preeminent writers of our time in an intimate setting. The program includes live readings\, a direct audience Q&A\, and a post-event book signing\, celebrating the enduring power of perspective and historical storytelling in the heart of the Berkshires.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/keynote-at-the-adams-theater-stacy-schiff/
LOCATION:The  Adams Theater\, Adams\, MA\, Park Street 27\, Adams\, MA\, 01220\, United States
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