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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/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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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/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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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/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:How Do You See the World? experience\, Massachusetts Avenue 210\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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SUMMARY:The Civilians Trapped Behind the Boston Siege Lines "I Screamed with All My Might"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the compelling story of the aftermath of the Battles of Lexington and Concord and the hundreds of civilians trapped inside Boston. \nRegardless of their political allegiance\, these non-combatants faced a daily struggle to secure supplies to support their families\, avoid the abuses of His Majesty’s forces and protect their personal and real property from roving bands of thieves. As the siege progressed\, the continuous fear of an American attack on the town\, combined with bouts of lawlessness\, deprivation of civil rights\, and disease\, led to the collapse of society. While much attention has been given to the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Evacuation of Boston\, we’ll take a closer look at the struggles of those trapped behind enemy lines and their efforts to survive. \nAlexander Cain\, JD\, earned his economics degree from Merrimack College in 1993 and obtained his Juris Doctor from the New England School of Law in 1996. He has authored numerous research articles and presentations on the American Revolution\, including the Battles of Lexington\, Concord\, and Bunker Hill\, the Siege of Boston\, and the experiences of New England and New York loyalist refugees during the Burgoyne Campaign. In addition\, he has published two books: We Stood Our Ground: Lexington in the First Year of the American Revolution and I See Nothing but the Horrors of a Civil War: The Loyalists of McAlpin’s Corps of American Volunteers. He is also the creator of the blog and podcast Historical Nerdery (historicalnerdery.com). Currently\, he is in the process of writing his upcoming book\, “For God’s Sake Fire!” – The Massachusetts Militia System on the Eve of the Battles of Lexington and Concord\, which is anticipated to be released in 2027. \nAlex currently leads an educational initiative in Northeastern Massachusetts that aims to introduce high school students to careers in advanced manufacturing\, construction\, and the skilled trades. He resides in Massachusetts with his wife\, Paula\, and they have two adult children\, John and Abigail. The fact that they are named after John and Abigail Adams is purely a coincidence.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-civilians-trapped-behind-the-boston-siege-lines-i-screamed-with-all-my-might/2026-04-29/2/
LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, Middlesex Avenue 64\, Reading\, Massachusetts\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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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/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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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/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Family Heritage Experience\, Newbury Street 97\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Exhibit,Indigenous History
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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/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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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/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T170000
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SUMMARY:The Civilians Trapped Behind the Boston Siege Lines "I Screamed with All My Might"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the compelling story of the aftermath of the Battles of Lexington and Concord and the hundreds of civilians trapped inside Boston. \nRegardless of their political allegiance\, these non-combatants faced a daily struggle to secure supplies to support their families\, avoid the abuses of His Majesty’s forces and protect their personal and real property from roving bands of thieves. As the siege progressed\, the continuous fear of an American attack on the town\, combined with bouts of lawlessness\, deprivation of civil rights\, and disease\, led to the collapse of society. While much attention has been given to the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Evacuation of Boston\, we’ll take a closer look at the struggles of those trapped behind enemy lines and their efforts to survive. \nAlexander Cain\, JD\, earned his economics degree from Merrimack College in 1993 and obtained his Juris Doctor from the New England School of Law in 1996. He has authored numerous research articles and presentations on the American Revolution\, including the Battles of Lexington\, Concord\, and Bunker Hill\, the Siege of Boston\, and the experiences of New England and New York loyalist refugees during the Burgoyne Campaign. In addition\, he has published two books: We Stood Our Ground: Lexington in the First Year of the American Revolution and I See Nothing but the Horrors of a Civil War: The Loyalists of McAlpin’s Corps of American Volunteers. He is also the creator of the blog and podcast Historical Nerdery (historicalnerdery.com). Currently\, he is in the process of writing his upcoming book\, “For God’s Sake Fire!” – The Massachusetts Militia System on the Eve of the Battles of Lexington and Concord\, which is anticipated to be released in 2027. \nAlex currently leads an educational initiative in Northeastern Massachusetts that aims to introduce high school students to careers in advanced manufacturing\, construction\, and the skilled trades. He resides in Massachusetts with his wife\, Paula\, and they have two adult children\, John and Abigail. The fact that they are named after John and Abigail Adams is purely a coincidence.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-civilians-trapped-behind-the-boston-siege-lines-i-screamed-with-all-my-might/2026-04-29/1/
LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, Middlesex Avenue 64\, Reading\, Massachusetts\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
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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/2026-04-29/
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:20260428T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T203000
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SUMMARY:Recapitulating Kurt Russell’s Visit
DESCRIPTION:A panel discussion with the organizers behind Kurt Russell’s visit to Arlington\, exploring how the Hollywood actor and descendant of Jason Russell came to rediscover his family’s connection to the Jason Russell House\, site of the largest skirmish of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/recapitulating-kurt-russells-visit/
LOCATION:Arlington Historical Society\, Jason Street 7\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:contact@arlingtonhistorical.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
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CREATED:20260414T212813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T212813Z
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SUMMARY:Gerard Magliocca on Limitations in Executive Power
DESCRIPTION:Legal scholar Gerard Magliocca explores Justice Robert H. Jackson’s landmark concurring opinion in the Steel Seizure Case\, illuminating its enduring framework for presidential power. This forum connects constitutional history to current debates\, examining how Jackson’s analysis continues to shape limits on executive authority in times of crisis. \nMembers Free | $10 Non-Members | Free Virtual
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/gerard-magliocca-on-limitations-in-executive-power/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T140000
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CREATED:20260213T155106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T155106Z
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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/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000
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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/2026-04-28/
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
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Family Heritage Experience Newbury Street 97 Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Newbury Street 97:geo:-71.0752073,42.351814
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
UID:10006353-1777370400-1777395600@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/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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GEO:42.3587231;-71.0574847
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
UID:10006669-1777368600-1777392000@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/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260421T211921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T211921Z
UID:10008206-1777334400-1777420799@massachusetts250.org
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/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:How Do You See the World? experience\, Massachusetts Avenue 210\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="The First Church of Christ%2C Scientist":MAILTO:howdoyouseetheworld@csps.com
GEO:42.344981;-71.086029
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210 Boston Massachusetts 02115 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Massachusetts Avenue 210:geo:-71.086029,42.344981
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260218T184734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T184734Z
UID:10006279-1777312800-1777318200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:How We Remember\, What We Preserve: Washington's Legacy at Mount Vernon
DESCRIPTION:To mark the 250th anniversaries of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States\, a coalition of local non-profits and government agencies will present Washington in American Memory\, a seven-part speaker series. \nExplore the 19th century origins of preservation at Mount Vernon\, current conservation work\, and the estate’s future\, featuring: \n-Doug Bradburn\, President and CEO of George Washington’s Mount Vernon and co-founder and editor of the book series\, Early American Histories\n-Andrea Sahin\, Vice Regent for Massachusetts to the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/how-we-remember-what-we-preserve-washingtons-legacy-at-mount-vernon/
LOCATION:Cambridge Public Library\, Broadway 449\, Cambridge\, Massachusetts\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Cambridge":MAILTO:psaffari@cambridgema.gov
GEO:42.3737951;-71.1101296
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cambridge Public Library Broadway 449 Cambridge Massachusetts 02138 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Broadway 449:geo:-71.1101296,42.3737951
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260213T155106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T155106Z
UID:10004513-1777291200-1777298400@massachusetts250.org
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/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="AudaTours":MAILTO:hi@audatours.com
GEO:42.4766331;-71.0913748
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
UID:10006352-1777284000-1777309200@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/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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GEO:42.3587231;-71.0574847
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
UID:10006668-1777282200-1777305600@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/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Historical Society\, Boylston Street 1154\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260421T211921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T211921Z
UID:10008205-1777248000-1777334399@massachusetts250.org
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/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:How Do You See the World? experience\, Massachusetts Avenue 210\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="The First Church of Christ%2C Scientist":MAILTO:howdoyouseetheworld@csps.com
GEO:42.344981;-71.086029
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210 Boston Massachusetts 02115 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Massachusetts Avenue 210:geo:-71.086029,42.344981
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260407T171951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T171951Z
UID:10007956-1777222800-1777222800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Revolution & The Enlightenment Candlelight Concert (Plymouth)
DESCRIPTION:Hundreds of flickering candles will create a serene ambiance\, offering a magical\, immersive escape for the evening. America’s rise to independence coincided with Europe’s own awakening in an age of revolution. Mozart was a practicing Freemason and defended the principles of equality and that music should be accessible for all people. Although he depended on aristocratic support\, he was a staunch defender of the average citizen. His music took a turn from the Baroque era by featuring beautiful melodies with clean and less adorned lines. Johann Hummel was a student of Mozart and embraced the ideals of clarity\, structure\, elegant melodies and individual expression. We are pleased to bring these two beautiful works to historic Pilgrim Hall Museum.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/revolution-the-enlightenment-candlelight-concert-plymouth/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Hall Museum\, Court Street 75\, Plymouth\, Massachusetts\, 02360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Event
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GEO:41.9590472;-70.6680447
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pilgrim Hall Museum Court Street 75 Plymouth Massachusetts 02360 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Court Street 75:geo:-70.6680447,41.9590472
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260421T155753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T155753Z
UID:10008354-1777219200-1777226400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗦 𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗦: 𝗦𝗨𝗗𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗬\, 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗦
DESCRIPTION:Join Hassanamisco Nipmuc tribal member\n𝗝𝗮𝘀𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗱\nin a talk about the erasure of Native voices in Sudbury. \nExpanding on her research on the Indigenous history of the town during its origins\, Jasmine will discuss the impact of colonial hero stories and the birth of newfound nationalism even before the period of the Revolutionary War. Explore the birth of the Commonwealth from an Indigenous lens. \nJoin us for a presentation followed by Q&A.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%97%a1%f0%9d%97%97%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%97%9a%f0%9d%97%98%f0%9d%97%a1%f0%9d%97%a2%f0%9d%97%a8%f0%9d%97%a6-%f0%9d%97%a2%f0%9d%97%a5%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%97%9a%f0%9d%97%9c%f0%9d%97%a1/
LOCATION:Fairbank Community Center\, Fairbank Road 40\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Indigenous History,Speakers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massachusetts250.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/indigenous-origins-v2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sudbury 250 Committee":MAILTO:sudbury250@sudbury.ma.us
GEO:42.3930497;-71.4430914
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fairbank Community Center Fairbank Road 40 Sudbury MA 01776 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Fairbank Road 40:geo:-71.4430914,42.3930497
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T174500
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260129T222537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T222537Z
UID:10004337-1777215600-1777225500@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Daughter of the Regiment
DESCRIPTION:Laughter meets revolutionary spirit in BLO’s staging of Donizetti’s glorious comedy. Inspired by the life of Deborah Sampson\, the Massachusetts revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for independence\, this production transports us to Revolutionary-era Boston\, telling a heartfelt tale of love and loyalty to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. With a new English dialogue by Kirsten Greenidge\, it’s a patriotic toast to America at 250—and to the rebels who shaped it. \nVoices of Revolution\nA Citywide Opera Initiative for America’s 250th\nJoin Boston Lyric Opera in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary through music and storytelling. Voices of Revolution invites Boston to rediscover the stories of our nation’s beginnings—lifting iconic and overlooked voices to celebrate who we were\, reflect on who we are\, and imagine who we can become.\nThis initiative is part of BLO’s 50th Anniversary season and features performances\, talks\, and community programs across Boston as part of the statewide MA250 commemoration.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/daughter-of-the-regiment/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Emerson Colonial Theatre\, Boylston Street 106\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Lyric Opera":MAILTO:boxoffice@blo.org
GEO:42.3522621;-71.0653971
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Emerson Colonial Theatre Boylston Street 106 Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Boylston Street 106:geo:-71.0653971,42.3522621
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260421T155841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T155841Z
UID:10008352-1777212000-1777217400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Ride the Revolutionary Line Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Jump aboard the 90-minute Revolutionary Line Trolley Tour! Travel back to the night of April 18\, 1775\, and experience the Redcoats’ march to Lexington and Concord\, along with the midnight ride of Paul Revere as he warned residents of Somerville\, Medford\, and beyond of imminent danger. \nHear vivid\, hyper-local stories that connect your surroundings to the famous events that ignited the American Revolution. Visit a 1635 gunpowder storage site—later known as the “spark of the Revolution”—and climb a historic tower with sweeping views of the Boston Basin to discover what placed Somerville at the center of the early war.\nAlong the way\, your guide will highlight lesser-known sites\, helping you reimagine today’s landscape and discover the stories behind those marked and unmarked places people walk by everyday.\nThis program is sponsored by an MA250 grant from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/ride-the-revolutionary-line-trolley-tour/2026-04-26/3/
LOCATION:Powder House Park\, Liberty Avenue 24\, Somerville\, Massachusetts\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Somerville Museum":MAILTO:grace@somervillemuseum.org
GEO:42.39998;-71.1154617
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Powder House Park Liberty Avenue 24 Somerville Massachusetts 02144 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Liberty Avenue 24:geo:-71.1154617,42.39998
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260129T230135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T230135Z
UID:10004376-1777212000-1777217400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:A Bedford Assortment
DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary.com describes an “assortment” as “a bunch of different things all together\, whether they’re the same sort or not.” \n“For example\,” says Society President and Bedford Town Historian Sharon McDonald\, “an assortment of chocolates would be a box of cherry-filled\, nut\, caramel\, coconut\, and orange crème candies. \nUsing her engaging story-telling style\, McDonald’s “Bedford Assortment” program will be a bunch of assorted snippets from Bedford’s colonial history that may be funny\, sad\, surprising\, or inspiring. She hopes you will say “Bon\, bon!”
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-bedford-assortment/
LOCATION:Bedford Old Town Hall\, Great Room (3rd Floor)\, South Road 16\, Bedford\, Massachusetts\, 01730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massachusetts250.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_1226.jpg
GEO:42.4913363;-71.2789051
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bedford Old Town Hall Great Room (3rd Floor) South Road 16 Bedford Massachusetts 01730 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South Road 16:geo:-71.2789051,42.4913363
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032640
CREATED:20260213T155106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T155106Z
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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/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Ride the Revolutionary Line Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Jump aboard the 90-minute Revolutionary Line Trolley Tour! Travel back to the night of April 18\, 1775\, and experience the Redcoats’ march to Lexington and Concord\, along with the midnight ride of Paul Revere as he warned residents of Somerville\, Medford\, and beyond of imminent danger. \nHear vivid\, hyper-local stories that connect your surroundings to the famous events that ignited the American Revolution. Visit a 1635 gunpowder storage site—later known as the “spark of the Revolution”—and climb a historic tower with sweeping views of the Boston Basin to discover what placed Somerville at the center of the early war.\nAlong the way\, your guide will highlight lesser-known sites\, helping you reimagine today’s landscape and discover the stories behind those marked and unmarked places people walk by everyday.\nThis program is sponsored by an MA250 grant from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/ride-the-revolutionary-line-trolley-tour/2026-04-26/2/
LOCATION:Powder House Park\, Liberty Avenue 24\, Somerville\, Massachusetts\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Outdoors
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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/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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