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A Snapshot of Acton’s Early Black Residents (1730-1830)

Acton Town Hall Main Street 472, Acton, MA, United States

The Acton 250 Committee presents Acton’s celebrated historians Anne Forbes, Bill Klauer and Bob Pion who will discuss recent learnings of Acton’s Black residents in honor African American History Month. […]

Free

When Redcoats Marched in Marblehead: Leslie’s Retreat

Marblehead Museum 170 Washington Street, Marblehead, MA, United States

Historian J.L. Bell will tell the thrilling story of Leslie's Retreat, the first armed resistance to the British crown, and its connections to Marblehead. On Sunday, February 26, 1775, about […]

$15

“A Sculptor Speaks for Her Statues” with Meredith Bergmann

Acton Town Hall Main Street 472, Acton, MA, United States

Nationally renowned sculptor Meredith Bergmann, an Acton resident, has created inspiring monuments to great Americans: FDR, Sojourner Truth, Susan B. Anthony, Abigail Adams, and many more. Her artistic process includes […]

Free

Concord250 Event: “A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color”

umbrella arts center Stow Street, Concord, Massachusetts, United States

“A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color” is a two-hour live event dedicated to uncovering and honoring the often-overlooked contributions of Black and Indigenous patriots both during the American […]

Sudbury History: Before the Revolution

Martha Mary Chapel Dutton Road 35, Sudbury, Massachusetts, United States

Wayland and Sudbury and the Dawn of the American Revolution Presentation by Jane Sciacca On April 19, 1775, more than 300 men from Sudbury (modern Wayland and Sudbury) marched off […]

Free

Concord250: QUILTS 250 Stitching in the Spirit of Democracy

Concord Academy Main Street 166, Concord, Massachusetts, United States

Showcasing the creative energy of quilters near and far, Quilts 250 will display as many as 250 quilts that visually express through fabric and thread themes related to our country’s […]

The Ride: Kostya Kennedy at The COOP

The COOP Massachusetts Avenue 140, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

2025 marks the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's legendary midnight ride! Join us at The COOP for a special evening with Kostya Kennedy, author of The Ride: Paul Revere and […]

Free

Tea, Tories, and the Almost-Battle of Marshfield

Duxbury Free Library Alden Street 77, Duxbury, MA, United States

Join historian Patrick Browne as he explores the tension and resistance to British rule in Duxbury and on the South Shore of Massachusetts during the Revolutionary period.  This talk will […]

Free

Concord250 Speaker Event: Historian Robert A. Gross

TriCon Church Walden Street 54, Concord, Massachusetts, United States

The Milldames of Concord are pleased to invite you to an enlightening lecture by the renowned Concord historian Dr. Robert A. Gross. This event promises to be an exceptional opportunity […]

Revolutionary Harbor Lectures: Seaweeds of Boston Harbor and Beyond

Atlantic Wharf (Fort Point Room) 290 Congress Street, Boston, United States

Located within the cold waters of the Gulf of Maine, Boston Harbor hosts a rich diversity of seaweeds, including dense kelp forests and fields of calcified red algae. These seaweeds […]

Free

“Heads of Families and Men of Substance” The Rise of the Merrimack Valley Minute Men

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

Doors at 6:00/Presentation Begins at 6:30 In October 1774, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress instructed towns throughout the colony to prepare for imminent conflict with England. In response, the Merrimack Valley, […]

$10

Groton Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary

Lawrence Adademy; Richardson-Mees Perfoming Arts Center Powderhouse Road 26, Groton, Massachusetts, United States

Groton Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary! Take a walk back in time and discover Groton’s contributions to America’s independence, the battles in Concord, MA, and Boston’s Bunker Hill. Program Schedule 1 […]

Free

Lecture Series: Revisiting the American Revolution

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Rev250 Lecture: Dr. Danielle Allen, James Bryant Conant University Professor, Harvard University presents "The Declaration of Independence: A Guide for our Times" as part of the Hingham Historical Society 2024-2025 […]

$175 – $200

The Declaration of Independence: A Guide for Our Times

Hingham Heritage Museum Main Street 34, Hingham, MA, United States

Danielle Allen is James Bryant Conant University Professor at Harvard University and Director of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation at Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center for Democratic Governance and […]

$30

North Andover Revolutionaries in the First and Second Burial Ground

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

Doors at 6 p.m./Presentation at 6:30 p.m. Join us as we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution by learning about our local revolutionary heroes buried in North Andover's […]

$10

HistoryFest

Westfield State University Western Avenue 577, Westfield, Massachusetts, United States

Join the Pioneer Valley History Network for a gathering of local history enthusiasts, including local historians, public history professionals, genealogists, preservationists, academics, and others, in one place for one day […]

$15

Barrett Farm Open House & Programs (Minute Man NHP)

Minute Man National Historical Park 74 Liberty Street, Concord, MA, United States +1 more

On April 19th, 1775 a contingent of about 120, British Soldiers marched over the North Bridge to Barrett’s farm in search of military arms and supplies. During this open house […]

Massachusetts Community Militias

Tapley Memorial Hall 13 Page Street, Danvers, MA, United States

A casual discussion and 20-30 minute film. Presented by Heritage Films. Typically, the 2nd Monday every month, Noon – 1 p.m. Tapley Memorial Hall 13 Page Street, Danvers, MA. Free […]

Free

Reconstructing the Voice of James Stevens: A North Andover Revolutionary

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

Doors at 6 p.m./Presentation at 6:30 p.m. Join linguist and NAHS facilities manager, Antoine Trombino-Ponte as he explains his reconstruction of the voice of James Stevens, through James’ diary, which […]

$10

Lanterns & Luminaries with Ken Burns

Old North Church Salem Street 193, Boston, MA, United States

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the “two if by sea” lantern signal, Lanterns & Luminaries 2025 will be a unique event filled with commemoration, inspiration, and celebration. Filmmaker […]

♫♬ Paul Revere & Friends™

Stow Council On Aging Great Road 509, Stow, MA, United States

Musical Ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll (aka Paul Revere) is a Massachusetts Certified Teacher with decades of teaching experience. The Paul Revere & Friends™ INTERACTIVE performance is in full compliance with the […]

Free

Governor Bellingham Cary House Museum Open House and Historical Talk

Governor Bellingham-Cary House Museum 34 Parker St, Chelsea, MA, United States

Chelsea artist Max Pro explores personal and cultural ties between Chelsea and the Caribbean in a compelling presentation on the history of Cuba. The Cary family, whose historic home serves […]

Free Entry

Patriot Vigil (Minute Man NHP)

Minute Man National Historical Park 74 Liberty Street, Concord, MA, United States

As darkness descends upon the North Bridge battlefield we invite you to come and reflect on the events of April 19, 1775 and the meaning of liberty. The evening ceremony […]

Patriots’ Day at the Concord Museum

Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord, MA, United States

Free admission (9:00 am – 5:00 pm), including access to the immersive April 19, 1775 galleries to see the original lantern from Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride and the new […]

Free

Gallery Talk: Rebels, Rights & Revolution: Battles of Lexington and Concord

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Join Reference Librarian Lauren Gray for a gallery talk on the exhibition "1775: Rebels, Rights & Revolution," which charts major Massachusetts events in the first year of the American Revolution. […]

Free

Keepers of the Revolution

Scanlon Banquet Hall, Westfield State University, 477 Western Ave, Westfield, MA Western Avenue 477, Westfield, MA, United States

On the exact 250th anniversary of Lexington and Concord, come celebrate America's legacy of patriotism and revolution! "Keepers of the Revolution" seeks to Educate, Entertain, and Inspire patriots of all […]

Free

Gallery Talk: Rebels, Rights & Revolution: Battles of Lexington and Concord

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Join Reference Librarian Lauren Gray for a gallery talk on the exhibition "1775: Rebels, Rights & Revolution," which charts major Massachusetts events in the first year of the American Revolution. […]

Free

North Bridge Program (Minute Man NHP)

Minute Man National Historical Park 74 Liberty Street, Concord, MA, United States

Commemorate Patriots' Day with a National Park Service program marking the "shot heard round the world." On April 19, 1775 British Regular soldiers search the town of Concord, Massachusetts for […]

Patriots’ Day Colonial Fair

Foss Park Fellsway West 49, Somerville, Massachusetts, United States

Join the Somerville Museum for the Patriots' Day Colonial Fair in Foss Park! Greet Paul Revere on his horse, play colonial-era games, enjoy refreshments, and delicious offerings from food trucks! […]

Facing Colonel Alexander Leslie

Tapley Memorial Hall 13 Page Street, Danvers, MA, United States

How, why & where the first land battle of the American Revolution could have happened at Salem’s North Bridge in February 1775 instead of in Lexington and at Concord’s North […]

Free

♫♬ Paul Revere & Friends™

Natick Community Senior Center East Central Street 117, Natick, MA, United States

Musical Ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll (aka Paul Revere) is a Massachusetts Certified Teacher with decades of teaching experience. The Paul Revere & Friends™ INTERACTIVE performance is in full compliance with the […]

Free

South Shore History Symposium 2025: Revolutionary Connections: The South Shore and the War for Independence

The Spire Center for the Performing Arts Court Street 25 1/2, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States

Revolutionary Connections: The South Shore and the War for Independence Registration: 8:30 a.m. Presentations: 9:20 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The Spire Center for the Performing Arts, 25 ½ Court Street, […]

$20

Liberty & Loyalty: Embroidered Coats of Arms in an Age of Revolution

Hamilton Hall Chestnut Street 9, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Join Erica Lome, Curator of Collections at Historic New England for our spring Americana Lecture as she discusses “Liberty & Loyalty: Embroidered coats of arms in an age of revolution” […]

$10 – $100

Battle of Chelsea Creek Talk by Robert Allison and Jeff Pearlman

Governor Bellingham-Cary House Museum 34 Parker St, Chelsea, MA, United States

Join us for a historical presentation on the Battle of Chelsea Creek, presented by Robert Allison, Professor at Suffolk University, and Jeff Pearlman, at 11:30 a.m. Robert Allison is a […]

Historic Clothing Parlor Talk: “Clothing of the Revolutionary Era”

Hedge House Museum Water Street 126, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States

Part of a series highlighting pieces from our Historic Clothing Collection which is undergoing considerable conservation work this year. This discussion will explore examples of the styles and fabrics of […]

$5 – $10

Letters from Chelsea and the Siege of Boston

Governor Bellingham Cary House Parker Street 34, Chelsea, MA, United States

Join us for a presentation by Mimi Graney at 6:30 p.m. During the Siege of Boston, as war and hardship consumed the city, Chelsea became an unexpected refuge. This presentation […]

French Material Culture in the Revolutionary Atlantic

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

This is a hybrid event. FREE for MHS Members. $10 per person fee (in person). No charge for virtual attendees or Card to Culture participants (EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare). The […]

$10

Newburyport’s Road to Revolution, Part V – Powder and Shot

Museum of Old Newbury 98 High Street, Newburyport, United States

Curious about what Newbury(port) soldiers carried into battle? Join Joel Bohy, Revolutionary War weapons expert, for an exploration of the muskets, swords, and accouterments carried during the earliest days of […]

Free – $10

Revolutionary Kinship: Sustaining Family Through Wartime Divisions

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

This is a hybrid event. FREE for MHS Members. $10 per person fee (in person). No charge for virtual attendees or Card to Culture participants (EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare). The […]

$10

America 250 Symposium: Cape & Islands in the Revolution

Falmouth Museums on the Green Palmer Avenue 55, Falmouth, MA, United States

America 250 Symposium: Cape & Islands in the Revolution Saturday, July 26, 2025, 1 - 5 PM Join the Falmouth Museums on the Green and the Joshua Gray–Jonathan Hatch Chapter […]

$125

Local Maritime History

Tapley Memorial Hall 13 Page Street, Danvers, MA, United States

A casual discussion and 20-30 minute film. Presented by Heritage Films. Shipping and Customs House. Worldly goods and local settlements. Typically, the 2nd Monday every month, Noon – 1 p.m. […]

Free