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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
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SUMMARY:George Washington's First Spy
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the secret world of America’s original spies\, moles\, infiltrators\, leaks and other espionage in and around Boston at the beginning of the Revolutionary War. Don’t miss out on this unique chance to uncover the fascinating spy tales that helped shape a nation. \nTwelve days after arriving in Massachusetts as the new commander-in-chief of the Continental Army\, George Washington paid a man to go into Boston and secretly report on British “movements; designs.” For two centuries that person’s name remained hidden. Recent research reveals that he was John Carnes\, a grocer with an unusual past: he had started his career in the 1750s as Stoneham’s minister. This talk uncovers Carnes’s background\, his role in the first Continental spy network\, and what happened to him when the British commander had his own spy among the Massachusetts Patriots. \nSponsored by the Stoneham Historical Society & Museum and the Stoneham Historical Commission\, the talk is free and open to the public (donations welcome). Doors open at 6:45 for museum viewing before the talk\, with a brief business meeting at 7:15 and the speaker at 7:30 pm. Free street parking available. Public transport is the #132 bus + a 5-minute walk. \nAbout the speaker: J.L. Bell is the author of The Road to Concord: How Four Stolen Cannon Ignited the Revolutionary War and a book-length study of Gen. George Washington’s work in Cambridge for the National Park Service. He maintains the Boston1775 website\, sharing history\, analysis\, and unabashed gossip about Revolutionary New England.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/george-washingtons-first-spy/
LOCATION:Stoneham Historical Society & Museum\, William Street 36\, Stoneham\, MA\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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GEO:42.4826448;-71.0969792
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
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SUMMARY:Sudbury 250 Day - Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 - 10 AM to 3 PM
DESCRIPTION:𝗦𝘂𝗱𝗯𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟱𝟬 𝗗𝗮𝘆 – 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟲\, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 – 𝟭𝟬 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟯 𝗣𝗠\n𝗦𝘂𝗱𝗯𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 \nDetailed Schedule: \nSudbury 250 Day: Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 \n \nPlease come and enjoy\nBring friends and family\nOpen to all from Sudbury and beyond \n– Sudbury Minutemen\n– Historic dance and demonstration\n– Storytelling\n– Children’s activities\n– Fife & drum music\n– Living history demonstrators\n– Markets\n– Food Trucks\n– Quilt Show\n– Guided Tours – Revolutionary War Cemetery\, Town Pound\n– Open House – Hearse House & Hosmer House\n– Declaring Independence: Then & Now\n– Cannon firing\nAnd more
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/sudbury-250-day-saturday-may-16-2026-10-am-to-3-pm/
LOCATION:Sudbury Town Center\, Concord Road 322\, Sudbury\, Massachusetts\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Drama,Event,Indigenous History,Outdoors,Reenactment,Speakers,Tours
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GEO:42.382772;-71.4111436
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260430T200458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T200458Z
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SUMMARY:Art For Your Mind with Art Historian Jill Sanford
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Westport Library host two Power Point presentations exploring the development of American art from the colonial period through the early Republic. This light-hearted interactive approach encourages the audience to “think about what you see.”  This free program\n welcomes adults of all ages\, including memory-impaired and caregivers.  The venue is handicapped accessible. Part one shares art from the colonial period on May 16.  Part two shares Revolutionary art on May 30.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/art-for-your-mind-with-art-historian-jill-sanford/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Westport Free Public Library\, Old County Road 408\, Westport\, Massachusetts\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Westport Library":MAILTO:fowlemail@gmail.com
GEO:41.6222442;-71.0634525
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Westport Free Public Library Old County Road 408 Westport Massachusetts 02790 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Old County Road 408:geo:-71.0634525,41.6222442
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260513T153103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T174408Z
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SUMMARY:Each Hath a Hand: A Rebellion at Dawn\, 1775
DESCRIPTION:𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸\nby Peter Abair \nThe King’s troops march. Villagers are awakened in the night. A people are torn from their mother country. \nHistory comes alive\, as Peter Abair\, Sudbury author of the novel “Each Hath a Hand\,” shares the stories of the people and events that swept both sides to a conflict that would change the world. \nJoin us for a presentation followed by Q&A.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/each-hath-a-hand/
LOCATION:Fairbank Community Center\, Fairbank Road 40\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Drama,Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sudbury 250 Committee":MAILTO:sudbury250@sudbury.ma.us
GEO:42.3930497;-71.4430914
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260403T184952Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Narratives: From Broadsides to Hollywood
DESCRIPTION:The American Revolution has been contested since its very beginning. During the Revolution\, contemporaries looking to understand what independence meant had to shift through disinformation and journalism rife with as many opinions as today. In the war’s aftermath\, narratives of the Revolution went through continuous reinterpretations in response to political and social changes. From the Civil War to the Cold War and newsrooms to Hollywood\, Americans looked to the Revolutionary era to debate and define what it meant to be an American\, with often divisive results. Now\, during the 250th anniversary of the Revolution\, Jordan Taylor and Michael Hattem will examine commentary in Revolutionary-era newspapers and broadsides\, consider how understanding of American independence has changed over time\, and reflect on how the public sees the nation’s founding today. \nThis 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 in-person reception starts at 5:30 and the program will begin 6:00 PM. \nPlease visit here to register: https://www.masshist.org/events/revolutionary-narratives-fiori
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/revolutionary-narratives-from-broadsides-to-hollywood/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Historical Society":MAILTO:communications@masshist.org
GEO:42.3464046;-71.0898925
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260211T172033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T172033Z
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SUMMARY:A Revolutionary Soldier's kit
DESCRIPTION:Join Revolutionary War reenactor Steve Joanis to learn about what 18th century soldiers wore and how the uniform changed over time. \nAfter this presentation\, you’ll have a better idea of: \nRevolutionary War soldiers’ clothing & how it changed during the war\nWhat’s in an 18th century soldier’s pack\nWhat they carried
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-revolutionary-soldiers-kit/
LOCATION:Bigelow Free Public Library\, 54 Walnut St\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bigelow Free Public Library":MAILTO:mletarte@cwmars.org
GEO:42.4174145;-71.6833522
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St Clinton MA 01510 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=54 Walnut St:geo:-71.6833522,42.4174145
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260130T171757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T171757Z
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SUMMARY:Soldiers & Sailors: Patriots of the American Revolution\, East Precinct of Yarmouth
DESCRIPTION:Soldiers & Sailors is a historical narrative that offers a local perspective on the American Revolution\, featuring images by South Dennis artist Howard Bonington and others. Researched and written by Diane Rochelle of the Dennis Historical Commission\, the book includes an appendix of brief biographies of East Precinct Patriots buried in Dennis cemeteries\, accompanied by summaries of their service and a comprehensive bibliography of resources. It is published through Amazon KDP Publishing and funded by the Dennis Historical Society. \nBooks available for purchase in the Museum Shop \nDiane Rochelle\, a native of Poughkeepsie\, New York\, is now retired to Dennis\, Massachusetts. Diane is a happily married\, proud mother of three and an even prouder grandmother to six grandchildren. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Vermont\, which led to a life of community and municipal service. She enjoys nature\, the arts\, a good round of golf\, and volunteering at the Josiah Dennis Manse. Diane also keeps busy being the chair of the Dennis Historical Commission and the Dennis Cemetery Advisory Committee\, as well as membership in other service organizations. “Helping to honor\, respect\, and preserve our past is the service I love best… I did not choose history; it chose me.” \nThis event is presented in conjunction with “Old Yarmouth: Life During the American Revolution\,” April 9 – July 19\, 2026.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/soldiers-sailors-patriots-of-the-american-revolution-east-precinct-of-yarmouth/
LOCATION:Cape Cod Museum of Art\, 60 Hope Lane\, Dennis\, MA\, 02638\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cape Cod Museum of Art":MAILTO:info@ccmoa.org
GEO:41.7400852;-70.1941413
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260505T165811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T134526Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Clothing Parlor Talk: Military Uniforms Through Time
DESCRIPTION:Explore a newly curated selection of military uniforms from our collection dating back to the 18th century\, featuring pieces not seen in last year’s presentation. \nThe Parlor Talk is part of a series highlighting pieces from our Historic Clothing Collection\, which is undergoing considerable inventory and conservation work.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/historic-clothing-parlor-talk-military-uniforms-through-time/
LOCATION:Hedge House Museum\, 126 Water Street\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Memorial,Speakers
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GEO:41.9601816;-70.6674581
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hedge House Museum 126 Water Street Plymouth MA 02360;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=126 Water Street:geo:-70.6674581,41.9601816
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260224T203433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T203433Z
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SUMMARY:GLOBALIZING THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
DESCRIPTION:GLOBALIZING THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION \nMay 21\, 2026\, 4pm \nWhen we think of the American Revolution\, we often picture a parochial drama: thirteen colonies squaring off against the British Crown in a spirited bid for independence. But this version of the story is only half the truth—and perhaps not even the most interesting half. In this riveting program\, historian and author Richard Bell invites audiences to rediscover the Revolution as a world war that unleashed chaos\, opportunity\, and transformation across six continents. From the sugar fields of the Caribbean to the court of the King of Mysore\, from refugee camps on the Canadian frontier to political uprisings in Sierra Leone and Peru\, the war that gave birth to the United States was never simply America’s own. It was a seismic global event that redrew maps\, toppled hierarchies\, catalyzed migration\, and accelerated new movements for liberty—and for empire. \nIn this program\, Bell traces the far-flung reverberations of the war through the lives of the people it displaced\, empowered\, or destroyed. Participants will encounter a Native matriarch struggling to preserve a transatlantic military alliance\, a Prussian officer reinventing himself in a foreign army\, and a Boston schoolteacher shipwrecked thousands of miles from home. Along the way\, the Bell explores how the Revolution stirred a transoceanic refugee crisis\, ignited antislavery activism\, and inspired uprisings from Ireland to India. The program offers a bold new framework for understanding the Revolutionary War not as a tidy founding moment but as a sprawling\, high-stakes struggle fought on land and sea\, shaped by commerce\, diplomacy\, propaganda\, and contingency. This is the American Revolution as you’ve never seen it before: complex\, global\, and astonishingly relevant to the modern world. \n$20 Non-Members/$10 Museums on the Green Members\, or donation based ticket. Light refreshments served.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/globalizing-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Falmouth Museums on the Green\, Palmer Avenue 55\, Falmouth\, MA\, 02540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Falmouth Museums on the Green":MAILTO:info@museumsonthegreen.org
GEO:41.555236;-70.6190536
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260319T182929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T182929Z
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SUMMARY:Daily Life in Menotomy: Aftermath of April 19\, 1775
DESCRIPTION:Often have been told in detail the bloody events that took place in Menotomy (Arlington) on the first day of the American Revolution. But how did Menotomy\, then a rural precinct of Cambridge\, recover from the shocking episodes and carry on while war was still raging mere miles away in Boston? \nJoin the Arlington Historical Society as Arlington-based Historian\, Richard Duffy\, explores the culture and daily life of Menotomy in the wake of the Battle of Menotomy\, revealing how this rural community endured\, adapted\, and moved forward while war continued just beyond its doorstep.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/daily-life-in-menotomy-aftermath-of-april-19-1775/
LOCATION:Arlington Historical Society\, Jason Street 7\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:contact@arlingtonhistorical.org
GEO:42.4160266;-71.1587071
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Arlington Historical Society Jason Street 7 Arlington MA 02476 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Jason Street 7:geo:-71.1587071,42.4160266
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260521T212145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T212145Z
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SUMMARY:Life in Menotomy in the Aftermath of April 19\, 1775
DESCRIPTION:An illustrated lecture by historian and author Richard A. Duffy.  Often have been told in detail the bloody events that took place in Arlington on the first day of the American Revolution.  But how did Menotomy\, then a rural district of Cambridge and Charlestown\, recover from the shocking episodes and carry on while war was raging mere miles away in Boston?  Hear surprising untold stories and gain unique perspectives on how everyday life became far from ordinary.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/life-in-menotomy-in-the-aftermath-of-april-19-1775/
LOCATION:Jason Russell House\, 7 Jason Street\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:contact@arlingtonhistorical.org
GEO:42.4160266;-71.1587071
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260415T172750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T172750Z
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SUMMARY:Captain James Mugford of Marblehead\,  an Early Revolutionary War Martyr in 1776
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated Talk.  Hear how\, on his 27th birthday in May 1776\, Captain James Mugford of Marblehead became an early Revolutionary War hero and martyr\, killed in combat by the British in retaliation for audaciously — and fortuitously for Commander-in-Chief Washington and his army — capturing a 300-ton British supply ship a day or two before. It’s a sad but fascinating story ! – as his young wife successfully negotiated with the captain of the British warship for his release after the young ship’s master had been “impressed” (essentially kidnapped from off a Marblehead street) and held prisoner on that British ship.  While on board\, Mugford heard about the supply ship’s imminent arrival.  Soon after\,  commanding the Franklin out of Marblehead\, he and his crew\, posing as a harmless fishing vessel\, captured the valuable munitions transport.  Tragically\, he died in a retaliatory battle the following day.  But the vital and desperately needed munitions and supplies remained in American hands.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/captain-james-mugford-of-marblehead-an-early-revolutionary-war-martyr-in-1776/2026-05-27/1/
LOCATION:Abbot Public Library\, 235 Pleasant Street\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, Pleasant Street 235\, Marblehead\, Massachusetts\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marblehead 250 Committee":MAILTO:laurenmccormack@marbleheadmuseum.org
GEO:42.4963744;-70.8632275
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abbot Public Library 235 Pleasant Street Marblehead MA 01945 Pleasant Street 235 Marblehead Massachusetts 01945 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pleasant Street 235:geo:-70.8632275,42.4963744
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260407T144527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T144527Z
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SUMMARY:Curious & Complex Connections: Environmental History & the War of Independence
DESCRIPTION:This program was rescheduled from its original date of 20 October 2025. \nMany of us give only a moment’s thought about the environment when considering the War of Independence: the slope of Breed’s Hill\, the ice-choked Delaware River\, and diseases such as smallpox. But what might we gain by connecting biology\, ecology\, and geology to the thinking and actions of soldiers and civilians? Rebels and British soldiers acquired and used energy in the form of food\, fuel\, and work animals\, which shaped people’s lives\, the course of the war\, and the direction of environmental change. Join us as David Hsiung\, in conversation with Joyce Chaplin\, discusses the intricate and often surprising ways in which the natural environment and the war changed each other. \nThis 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 in-person reception starts at 5:30 and the program will begin 6:00 PM. \nPlease visit here to register: https://www.masshist.org/events/curious-and-complex-connections
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/curious-complex-connections-environmental-history-the-war-of-independence/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Historical Society":MAILTO:communications@masshist.org
GEO:42.3464046;-71.0898925
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260421T164450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T164450Z
UID:10008344-1779904800-1779908400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:American Art at 250: Masterworks of a Nation
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Topsfield Library’s Rev 250 programming marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, we are excited to host Jane Oneail! Join us in celebrating America’s extraordinary artistic legacy as we commemorate our nation’s 250th anniversary with a curated exploration of the masterworks that have defined our cultural identity. From the luminous landscapes of the Hudson River School to the bold innovations of Abstract Expressionism\, this program showcases the diverse voices and revolutionary spirits that have shaped American art across two and a half centuries. Discover how American artists have continuously redefined not only our visual culture\, but art itself on the world stage. \nRegister for this event to receive reminder emails; but drop-ins are welcome! \nThis event is sponsored by the Topsfield Library Art Committee and funded by the Gould Trust. \nAbout Jane: Jane Oneail is the founder of Culturally Curious\, a company that curates and presents art appreciation programs. Jane holds a master’s in Art History from Boston University and a master’s in Education from Harvard University. Born and raised in NH\, she has worked at some of the state’s most esteemed cultural institutions\, including the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen\, where she served as Executive Director\, and the Currier Museum of Art\, where she held the role of Senior Educator. Jane has also taught at the college level for more than a decade\, most recently at Southern New Hampshire University. For more information visit iamculturallycurious.com.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-art-at-250-masterworks-of-a-nation/
LOCATION:Topsfield\, South Common St 1\, Topsfield\, MA\, 01983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Topsfield Town Library":MAILTO:ask@topsfieldlibrary.org
GEO:42.6408809;-70.9496755
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260415T172750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T172750Z
UID:10008184-1779908400-1779912000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Captain James Mugford of Marblehead\,  an Early Revolutionary War Martyr in 1776
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated Talk.  Hear how\, on his 27th birthday in May 1776\, Captain James Mugford of Marblehead became an early Revolutionary War hero and martyr\, killed in combat by the British in retaliation for audaciously — and fortuitously for Commander-in-Chief Washington and his army — capturing a 300-ton British supply ship a day or two before. It’s a sad but fascinating story ! – as his young wife successfully negotiated with the captain of the British warship for his release after the young ship’s master had been “impressed” (essentially kidnapped from off a Marblehead street) and held prisoner on that British ship.  While on board\, Mugford heard about the supply ship’s imminent arrival.  Soon after\,  commanding the Franklin out of Marblehead\, he and his crew\, posing as a harmless fishing vessel\, captured the valuable munitions transport.  Tragically\, he died in a retaliatory battle the following day.  But the vital and desperately needed munitions and supplies remained in American hands.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/captain-james-mugford-of-marblehead-an-early-revolutionary-war-martyr-in-1776/2026-05-27/2/
LOCATION:Abbot Public Library\, 235 Pleasant Street\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, Pleasant Street 235\, Marblehead\, Massachusetts\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marblehead 250 Committee":MAILTO:laurenmccormack@marbleheadmuseum.org
GEO:42.4963744;-70.8632275
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abbot Public Library 235 Pleasant Street Marblehead MA 01945 Pleasant Street 235 Marblehead Massachusetts 01945 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Pleasant Street 235:geo:-70.8632275,42.4963744
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260319T194245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T194245Z
UID:10007260-1779991200-1779998400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Meet John Adams – A Lively and Revolutionary Conversation with America’s Second President
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting of the Agawam Historical Association\nfeatured presentation: Meet John Adams: A Lively and Revolutionary Conversation with America’s Second President \nFollowing the election of officers & directors and a short business meeting\, George Baker will transport audience members to the Revolutionary era with his engaging and entertaining portrayal of President John Adams. Wearing historically accurate clothing and performing songs from the period\, Baker captures the Massachusetts native’s sharp wit\, principled leadership\, and deep commitment to the American experiment. \nBaker has performed his one-man show of President Adams throughout the country\, at venues such as the New York Historical Society\, Harry S. Truman Presidential Library\, Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library\, and George H. W. Bush Presidential Library\, and was featured on National Public Radio’s weekend program\, Studio 360. \nA lawyer by profession\, Baker brings clarity and credibility to Adams’s ideas through a blend of history\, music\, and storytelling\, making Adams feel immediate and human\, rather than distant and monumental. The program concludes with time for thoughtful audience questions and conversation. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Agawam Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/meet-john-adams-a-lively-and-revolutionary-conversation-with-americas-second-president/
LOCATION:Captain Charles Leonard House\, 663 Main Street\, Agawam\, 01001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Drama,Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agawam Historical Association":MAILTO:1855@agawamhistory.org
GEO:42.0707941;-72.6142651
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Captain Charles Leonard House 663 Main Street Agawam 01001 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=663 Main Street:geo:-72.6142651,42.0707941
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260511T212710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T212710Z
UID:10010638-1779994800-1780002000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Re-examining our Roots: The Declaration of Independence at 250
DESCRIPTION:The Arlington Human Rights Commission invites the community to a talk and a conversation on the Declaration of Independence and its meaning for us today. \nAt Re-Examining Our Roots: The Declaration of Independence at 250\, moderator Michael Kozuch\, K-12 Director of Social Studies and History for the Arlington Public Schools\, will present historical background on the Declaration and its continuing importance. \nBreak-out groups will then discuss key concepts in the Declaration and how they are relevant today. \nHoward Winkler\, former Arlington Historical Society President and past president of the Arlington Civil Rights Commission\, will conclude with a tribute to Black Bostonian abolitionist Prince Hall\, who argued that the Declaration’s assertion that “all men are created equal” applied to all Black people\, and to whom a marker in the Black Masonic burial ground in Arlington is dedicated. \nRefreshments will be provided. \nRegister at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYyF0ThHET7xZKB5a9AA1uV63iu4VYKL0bxV2td_WUd7OIog/viewform
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/re-examining-our-roots-the-declaration-of-independence-at-250/
LOCATION:Arlington High School\, Massachusetts Avenue 869\, Arlington\, Massachusetts\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:contact@arlingtonhistorical.org
GEO:42.4196772;-71.1617473
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Arlington High School Massachusetts Avenue 869 Arlington Massachusetts 02476 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Massachusetts Avenue 869:geo:-71.1617473,42.4196772
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260505T165720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T134919Z
UID:10010316-1780074000-1780083000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:From Plymouth Rock to the Battle of Bunker Hill\, an Evening with Nathaniel Philbrick
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening with acclaimed historian and National Book Award winner Nathaniel Philbrick as we explore Massachusetts’ pivotal role in the origins of American democracy—From Plymouth Rock to the Battle of Bunker Hill.\nThis fundraising event is part of our Revolutionary Ideas Started Here America 250 commemorations and highlights the enduring ideas of liberty\, self-governance\, and community that took root here in the 17th and 18th centuries. Through Philbrick’s storytelling\, these early chapters of history will come vividly to life. \nThe evening begins with a cocktail reception\, followed by Philbrick’s keynote address. Proceeds from this event directly support the Museum’s educational mission\, helping to preserve and share these important stories for future generations. \nCelebrate the past\, support the future\, and be part of this meaningful commemorative event.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/from-plymouth-rock-to-the-battle-of-bunker-hill-an-evening-with-nathaniel-philbrick/
LOCATION:Plimoth Patuxet Museums\, Warren Avenue 137\, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Event,Memorial,Speakers
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GEO:41.9377831;-70.6242923
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Plimoth Patuxet Museums Warren Avenue 137 Plymouth MA 02360 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Warren Avenue 137:geo:-70.6242923,41.9377831
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260430T200458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T200458Z
UID:10010268-1780149600-1780153200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Art For Your Mind with Art Historian Jill Sanford
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Westport Library host two Power Point presentations exploring the development of American art from the colonial period through the early Republic. This light-hearted interactive approach encourages the audience to “think about what you see.”  This free program\n welcomes adults of all ages\, including memory-impaired and caregivers.  The venue is handicapped accessible. Part one shares art from the colonial period on May 16.  Part two shares Revolutionary art on May 30.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/art-for-your-mind-with-art-historian-jill-sanford/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Westport Free Public Library\, Old County Road 408\, Westport\, Massachusetts\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Westport Library":MAILTO:fowlemail@gmail.com
GEO:41.6222442;-71.0634525
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Westport Free Public Library Old County Road 408 Westport Massachusetts 02790 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Old County Road 408:geo:-71.0634525,41.6222442
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260326T215550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T215550Z
UID:10007266-1780232400-1780239600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Bus Tour to Historic 1788 “Ten-Footer” Boot Shop & Old First Cemetery 1735
DESCRIPTION:The Upton Historical Society invites the public to step back in time with a special narrated bus tour to one of Upton’s earliest surviving workshop buildings — the 1788 Seth Wood Boot Shop and the Old First Cemetery founded in 1735. Interpreters will be on site to tell these stories.\nThe tour will take place on Sunday\, May 31\, with buses departing from the Upton Town Hall parking lot at 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM. Each tour will include a short\, narrated ride and a visit to the historic building\, where participants will learn about Upton’s important role in New England’s early boot-making industry.\nThe Seth Wood Boot Shop\, built in 1788\, is a small independent workshop where artisans crafted boots in a structure known as a “Ten Footer.” Measuring roughly 10 feet by 10 feet\, these buildings were a defining feature of early New England’s cottage industries. Craftsmen worked close to home\, producing goods for larger merchants long before the rise of industrial factories and providing boots to the deep south during the American Reformation following the American Civil War.\nDuring the 19th century\, Upton was a major contributor to the regional boot and shoe trade\, producing a significant portion of the footwear used throughout New England.\nThe building later took on a second life in 1938\, when it was converted into a blacksmith shop by Clarence Forsberg. The Forsberg family eventually donated the historic structure to the Upton Historical Society\, helping preserve this unique piece of the town’s industrial heritage.\nToday\, the restored shop offers a rare glimpse into the early working life of Upton’s craftsmen and the small structures that supported a thriving local economy.\nTickets for the bus tour are $5 per person. Because seating is limited\, reservations are recommended. To reserve a seat\, email uptonmahistoricalsociety@gmail.com or call (508) 529-6600.\nThe Upton Historical Society encourages residents and visitors alike to join this short journey into the town’s past and discover how a small ten-foot building helped shape a local industry.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/bus-tour-to-historic-1788-ten-footer-boot-shop-old-first-cemetery-1735/
LOCATION:Upton Town Hall Parking Lot\, Main Street 1\, Upton\, Massachusetts\, 01568\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Upton Historical Scoiety":MAILTO:uptonmahistoricalsociety@gmail.com
GEO:42.1736358;-71.6036609
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Upton Town Hall Parking Lot Main Street 1 Upton Massachusetts 01568 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Main Street 1:geo:-71.6036609,42.1736358
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260421T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T210043Z
UID:10008340-1780336800-1780340400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Drafting Independence: Declaration to Constitution
DESCRIPTION: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 in-person reception starts at 5:00 and the program will begin 6:00 PM. \nPlease visit here to register: https://www.masshist.org/events/drafting-independence \nAmerica’s founding documents have echoed throughout global history and culture for more than two centuries. Why did revolutionaries like John Adams and his peers draw on the past as they drafted the Declaration and crafted the Constitution? What ideas shaped the United States’ working definition of liberty\, and how did that translate to audiences abroad? Join us to explore how “we the people” imagined a new political vocabulary to interpret the American experiment\, which we continue today.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/drafting-independence-declaration-to-constitution/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Historical Society":MAILTO:communications@masshist.org
GEO:42.3464046;-71.0898925
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154 Boston Massachusetts 02215 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Boylston Street 1154:geo:-71.0898925,42.3464046
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260521T212229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T212229Z
UID:10010886-1780387200-1780423200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:From Enlightenment Ideas to the Age of Revolutions
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thought-provoking conversation marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, as renowned historian of the French Enlightenment and Harvard Emeritus Professor Robert Darnton explores how ideas circulating in eighteenth-century France helped shape political imagination on both sides of the Atlantic. \nIn dialogue with scholar Flora Amann\, Darnton will draw on his groundbreaking work—including The Writer’s Lot and The Revolutionary Temper—to examine how writers\, readers\, and the circulation of ideas helped transform public opinion and lay the foundations for political change. \nFrom underground literature in eighteenth-century Paris to transatlantic networks of exchange\, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on the origins of modern democracy. \nOur author’s talk will be followed by a Q&A session\, with book signing and a reception.  \nAbout Robert Darnton\nRobert Darnton is Carl H. Pforzheimer University Professor and University Librarian\, Emeritus\, at Harvard University. A leading historian of eighteenth-century France\, he is the author of many acclaimed and widely translated works\, including The Writer’s Lot\, The Revolutionary Temper\, and The Great Cat Massacre\, which have received honors such as the National Book Critics Circle Award and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. \nA scholar of global stature\, he is a Chevalier in the Légion d’honneur and winner of the National Humanities Medal. He lives in Cambridge\, Massachusetts.  \nAbout the moderator\nFlora Amann holds a PhD in French from La Sorbonne and the Université de Montréal. A specialist in Enlightenment literature and media history\, she has taught at La Sorbonne\, the Université de Montréal\, and the University of British Columbia. She has also worked at the Bibliothèque nationale de France\, where she curated cultural programs and exhibitions.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/from-enlightenment-ideas-to-the-age-of-revolutions/
LOCATION:French Library\, Marlborough Street 53\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="French Library":MAILTO:culture@frenchlibrary.org
GEO:42.3542166;-71.07481
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=French Library Marlborough Street 53 Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Marlborough Street 53:geo:-71.07481,42.3542166
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260320T192109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T192109Z
UID:10007263-1780570800-1780574400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Tea with Martha
DESCRIPTION:The Upton Historical Society invites the community to step back in time for a special program\, Tea with Martha\, held at the United Parish on Thurs June 4th at 11:00 a.m. Attendees will enjoy an engaging\, first person portrayal of Martha Washington\, brought to life through a dramatic reading by Cheryl Lampshire\, D.M with the assistance of Patty Lynn.\nThe event offers a unique opportunity to explore the wit\, wisdom\, and daily experiences of America’s original First Lady. Following the presentation\, guests are welcome to stay\, mingle\, and enjoy light refreshments.\nFree Event – Reservations are requested by May 22. To RSVP\, email UptonMAHistoricalSociety@gmail.com or call (508) 529 6600.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/tea-with-martha/
LOCATION:unitedparish\, Church Street 1\, Upton\, Massachusetts\, 01568\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event,Speakers,Women's History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massachusetts250.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/martha-washington.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Upton Historical Scoiety":MAILTO:uptonmahistoricalsociety@gmail.com
GEO:42.1745249;-71.6035309
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=unitedparish Church Street 1 Upton Massachusetts 01568 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Church Street 1:geo:-71.6035309,42.1745249
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260414T211238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T211238Z
UID:10008179-1780687800-1780691400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:God of Our Fathers: Mighty Miracles of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Performing Arts Center\, Brewster\nAmerica 250 Series\, In Person & Livestreamed\nThe Battle of Bunker Hill\, Presented by Dr. Kenyn Cureton\nThis America 250 lecture celebrates God’s Providence during our nation’s fight for Independence\, highlighting key moments of divine intervention that took place during the Revolutionary War.\nFree admission for all!\nInfo: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/god-of-our-fathers-mighty-miracles-of-the-american-revolution-4/
LOCATION:Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center\, Southern Eagle Cartway 95\, Brewster\, Massachusetts\, 02631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Empowering Life":MAILTO:publicity@artsempoweringlife.org
GEO:41.7797451;-70.0123384
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center Southern Eagle Cartway 95 Brewster Massachusetts 02631 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Southern Eagle Cartway 95:geo:-70.0123384,41.7797451
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260508T201934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T201934Z
UID:10010637-1781092800-1781096400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:State Library of Massachusetts Author Talk
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of MA250 and America 250\, please join the State Library of Massachusetts for an Author Talk with authors Donna A. Seger and Brad Austin. They will be talking about their book titled “Salem’s Centuries: New Perspectives on the History of An Old American City\, 1626-2026\,” which focuses on the Revolutionary Period.  \nTemple University Press says: Salem\, MA is best known today for its infamous witch trials in 1692\, yet there is much more to this small city. An important trading center since its founding in 1626\, Salem was also the scene of dynamic social and material changes in the twentieth century. Salem’s Centuries develops a more inclusive and comprehensive historical framework and expands upon the city’s signature eras of witch trials and maritime ascendancy. \nIn advance of the city’s quadricentennial\, the editors and contributors highlight the depth and diversity of Salem’s history\, including stories of indigenous peoples\, early settlers\, African Americans\, and immigrants\, spanning from the American and industrial revolutions to World War II and the present. Chronologically arranged by century\, chapters examine how Salem’s history has been lost or distorted in its public presentations over time. \nSalem’s Centuries is a fresh look at an old American city. And yes\, it includes the accused witches.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/state-library-of-massachusetts-author-talk/
LOCATION:Massachusetts State House\, Beacon Street 24\, Boston\, MA\, 02133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="State Library of Massachusetts":MAILTO:reference.department@mass.gov
GEO:42.3587596;-71.063803
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Massachusetts State House Beacon Street 24 Boston MA 02133 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Beacon Street 24:geo:-71.063803,42.3587596
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260504T213652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T213652Z
UID:10010273-1781118000-1781123400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Pedestals and Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Poets will present their works inspired by artist Chris Frost’s “Unseen/Unforgotten: A Remembrance of Menotomy’s Everyday Defenders\, 1775\,” an art installation that commemorates the 250 anniversary of the American Revolution in Arlington. Attendees\nwill visit the pedestals at the library and hear artist Chris Frost speak about the project. \nFeatured poets include:\nJohn Burt\nGeoffrey Brahmer\nJean Flanagan\nSusan Lloyd McGarry\nJo Pitkin\nSteven Ratiner\nTeresa Cader\nHannah Baker-Siroty\nDeanna Witter\nFred Marchant \n(Rain location: Robbins Library Community Room) \n“Unseen/Unforgotten” was commissioned by ArtsArlington and curated by Cecily Miller as part of Arlington’s commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/pedestals-and-poetry/
LOCATION:Robbins Library\, Massachusetts Avenue 700\, Arlington\, Massachusetts\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit,Outdoors,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="ArtsArlington":MAILTO:info@artsarlington.org
GEO:42.4156643;-71.1551562
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robbins Library Massachusetts Avenue 700 Arlington Massachusetts 02476 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Massachusetts Avenue 700:geo:-71.1551562,42.4156643
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260521T212540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T212540Z
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SUMMARY:American Independence and Identity at 250 Conference
DESCRIPTION:“American Independence and Identity at 250: Examining Democracy in the United States and Globally”\nJune 11–13\, 2026 | Gordon College \nHosted at Gordon College\, this conference provides Christian political scientists\, historians\, and other scholars a unique forum to gather to explore the state of democracy in the US and globally. Each day features stellar keynote addresses\, paper panels\, workshops\, and roundtables. In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, join us for an optional Sunday excursion into nearby Boston to visit revolutionary sites! \nGordon College is pleased to offer a variety of packages to conference guests. Conference Registration for those interested in housing or meals will close on Thursday\, May 28. (Guests can still register for tickets with no housing or meals after this date.) The five plenary events listed in the schedule remain free and open to the public—no advance registration needed.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-independence-and-identity-at-250-conference/
LOCATION:Gordon College\, Grapevine Road 255\, Wenham\, MA\, 01984\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon College":MAILTO:rnelson@cruoftwo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260522T143816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T143816Z
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SUMMARY:"Up and Down the River" Film and Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Parks of Boston and Bunker Hill Community College for a screening and discussion of the Mohegan Tribe’s historical film “Up and Down the River.”   \nSpanning the colonial and American Revolutionary eras\, “Up and Down the River” delves into the difficult decisions made by members of the Mohegan Tribe at these pivotal periods in both tribal and U.S. history. Featured in this film is the Ashbow family\, including Hannah and her son Samuel Ashbow Jr. Choosing to fight alongside the American colonists\, Samuel Ashbow Jr. died at the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775\, becoming one of the first Indigenous soldiers to die in the American Revolution.  \nFollowing the film showing\, there will be a reflective conversation between Melissa Tantaquidgeon Zobel (Mohegan\, Council of Elders Vice Chair and co-writer of the film) and endawnis Spears (Diné/ Ojibwe/ Chickasaw/ Choctaw\, Co-Founder\, Akomawt Educational Initiative).  \nThis program is free to the public. Registration is required.  \nDoors open at 5:30pm. Program begins promptly at 6 pm.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/up-and-down-the-river-film-and-forum/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill Community College\, 250 New Rutherford Avenue\, Boston\, 02129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Indigenous History,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Parks of Boston":MAILTO:mark_powell@nps.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260505T145717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T145717Z
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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-2/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibit,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Museum":MAILTO:pollyconcord250@gmail.com
GEO:42.457529;-71.3417985
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike Concord MA 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=53 Cambridge Turnpike:geo:-71.3417985,42.457529
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T091526
CREATED:20260505T150005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T150005Z
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SUMMARY:“Patriot Pride” America 250!
DESCRIPTION:Join the community as the Betty Allen Chapter NSDAR celebrates the legacy of Revolutionary War Patriots buried in the historic Bridge Street Cemetery in Northampton. \nWhat should you expect:  Greetings from dignitaries\, Col. Henry Knox SAR Color Guard\, music\, reading of names of the more than 175 Patriots buried in this cemetery\, reading of the Declaration of Independence\, and more.   \nAfter the presentation\, walking cemetery tours with several reenactors sharing stories of a few of the honored Patriots and other notable Northampton residents connected to the Revolutionary War. \nImportant Details \nPlease be aware\, there is no handicap accessible walkways or roadways in this cemetery.  Parking is limited to on the street where it is allowed. There are NO public restrooms nearby. \nWe will have limited seating for guest speakers and for folks with limited accessibility.  You are welcome to bring your own chairs to add to your enjoyment. The gravestones are fragile and need to be preserved.  Please do not sit\, stand\, climb or lean on gravestones.  Thank you.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/patriot-pride-america-250/
LOCATION:Historic Bridge St. Cemetery\, Bridge Street 156\, Northampton\, Massachusetts\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Event,Outdoors,Speakers,Tours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Betty Allen Chapter NSDAR":MAILTO:regentbettyallenchapterdar@gmail.com
GEO:42.3246395;-72.6262623
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