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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T183000
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SUMMARY:History Happens in Graphic Novels: Artist’s Talk
DESCRIPTION:With the New Bedford Free Public Library\nMelissa “Sawhand” Philley\, graphic artist and illustrator gives a talk about her latest graphic novel: Quaker\, Whaler\, Traitor\, Spy! The Trials of William Rotch\, an artistic collaboration with history professor\, Dr. Sarah Crabtree. This talk will include an artist-led activity and other fun games. This is taking place at the New Bedford Free Public Library \nThis talk is a part of the project titled\, “America’s 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr.”. The project explores a new historical graphic novel about the life of William Rotch Sr.\, penned by Dr. Sarah Crabtree and illustrated by Melissa Philley\, through a series of programs and an exhibition of about 20 artworks from the book\, opening at the RJD on November 20. It is funded by Eastern National\, a non-profit partner of the National Park Service
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/history-happens-in-graphic-novels-artists-talk/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Public Library\, Pleasant Street 613\, New Bedford\, Massachusetts\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rotch-Jones-Duff House &amp%3B Garden Museum":MAILTO:lpothier@rjdmuseum.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
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SUMMARY:Transformed by Revolution: Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:The second of three 250th special exhibitions at the Concord Museum\, Transformed by Revolution will explore histories of community and belonging during and after the war\, tracing shifting ideas about what it meant to be part of the new nation and who would be included in the story.  Featured objects and stories will explore the process of rebuilding local communities and the nation as a whole following a period of immense crisis. Examples of 18th century telescopes and scientific apparatus from Harvard University’s Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments will highlight the story of Harvard College’s temporary relocation to Concord in 1775\, along with families from Boston seeking refuge. Furniture\, silver\, and ceramics\, along with other objects from the Museum’s collection\, will illuminate efforts to establish community organizations to provide mutual care and support after the war\, while historic clothing and textiles will trace stories of childhood\, family\, and education. The exhibition will particularly highlight the networks of care and mutual support created among Black and indigenous families\, \ndrawing on maps\, land records\, and archival materials to capture their uncertain and often precarious experiences following the war and their efforts to forge and maintain their own communities. By centering these complex and diverse stories\, this exhibition will consider the ongoing legacy of the American Revolution for ideas of inclusion\, belonging\, and citizenship today.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/transformed-by-revolution-exhibition-opening/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
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SUMMARY:Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides at the Museum of Printing
DESCRIPTION:Haverhill’s Museum of Printing this summer is featuring broadsides\, essentially posters\, created by local artists to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the “Shot Heard Round the World.”\n“Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides at the Museum of Printing” run through Aug. 30. The exhibition draws inspiration from broadsides that were generated at the beginning of the American Revolution. Just as in 1775\, the contemporary broadsides urge viewers to “awake\, rise\, act.”\nArtists featured include\, Sandra Cardillo\, Megan Cascella\, Barbara Corrigan\, Renee Covalucci\, Deborah Epstein\, Elissa Freud\, Gail Hansen\, Sharon Hayes\, Rebekah Lord Gardiner\, Steve Murakishi\, Susan Murie\, Marie Nolan\, Charles Norris\, Andrew Palladino\, Molly Paul\, Kelli Sacher\, Laurie Sheffield\, Liz Shepherd and Saskia Van Vactor.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/awake-rise-act-contemporary-broadsides-at-the-museum-of-printing/2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Museum of Printing\, 15 Thornton Ave\, Haverhill\, MA\, 01832\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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GEO:42.7727864;-71.1209326
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000
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SUMMARY:99th Historic House Tour
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Historic House Tour will feature seven private homes and six iconic public buildings. Each year\, guests enjoy the meticulously planned tour through historic Hingham\, featuring unique and fascinating house histories at each property. This year’s ticketholders will also enjoy access to the new exhibition\, Witness: Hingham in the Age of Revolution and an accompanying tea room at the Heritage Museum as well as a chance to see accessibility and visitor upgrades at the Old Ordinary on Lincoln St.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/99th-historic-house-tour/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250911T181819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T181829Z
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SUMMARY:Hispanic & Latinx Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Hispanic & Latinx Festival is one of Lowell’s most vibrant cultural celebrations\, bringing together more than 15\,000 attendees this year. In just four years\, the festival has become a cornerstone community event\, showcasing the rich traditions\, music\, food\, art\, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latinx community in the region. \nOrganized by the Latinx Community Center for Empowerment (LCCE)\, the festival is free and open to the public\, offering live performances\, cultural presentations\, artisan and food vendors\, and family-friendly activities. It serves as both a celebration of heritage and an opportunity to connect communities\, strengthen civic engagement\, and promote equity and inclusion across Lowell and beyond.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/hispanic-latinx-festival/
LOCATION:BoardingHousePark\, French Street 40\, Lowell\, MA\, 01852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Culinary,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
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SUMMARY:Presidential Pets Party
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a day full of activities for the whole family\, all pet-themed and all fun! \n-Try out pet-inspired maker activities\n-Discover which historical White House pet best matches your personality\n-Make a wearable mask of your animal pet\n-Attend a pet-centered State Dinner\nand more! \nPlease note: We love your pets\, but only service animals allowed. \nAll activities are free with paid admission. Youths ages 17 and under are free. Multiple additional discount options are always available\, including student\, military\, senior\, and EBT. \nGetting to the JFK Library\nParking is free at the JFK Library. \nA Paul Revere shuttle bus will be running from the JFK/UMass MBTA stop on the Red Line to the JFK Library. \nSensory Flexibility\nAdaptive maker activities and a Flexible Calming Space will be available for anyone who needs a break at any time. This is an inclusive program and people both with and without disabilities are always welcomed. \nSecurity\nTo make your experience safe and enjoyable\, the JFK Library takes the safety and security of all guests\, staff\, and visitors seriously. Upon entry to this federal building\, all visitors must pass through a security check with a metal detector. All bags will be searched by Security Officers upon entry. See our FAQ for more details.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/presidential-pets-party/
LOCATION:John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum":MAILTO:kennedy.programs@jfklfoundation.org
GEO:42.3130539;-71.0332151
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250923T142200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T142200Z
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SUMMARY:Gallery Tour\, "Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington"
DESCRIPTION:In 2025\, the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library is celebrating its 50th anniversary with special gallery talks\, engaging lectures\, and exhibitions drawn from our rich collections. Our gallery exhibition “Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington” examines how an entire community—women\, men\, black\, white\, young\, old\, enslaved\, and free—helped spark a revolution. Join museum staff this Saturday September 27 for a free gallery tour of this exhibition!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/gallery-tour-protest-promise-the-american-revolution-in-lexington-3/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library\, 33 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Black History,Commemoration,Exhibit,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Rite Masonic Museum &amp%3B Library":MAILTO:info@srmml.org
GEO:42.4367685;-71.2141633
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Faire and Muster of Fyfe & Drum
DESCRIPTION:● Sudbury 250 sponsors the Colonial Faire and Muster of Fyfe & Drum with living history demonstrations of life in colonial New England.\n● Join us on the grounds of the historic Longfellow’s Wayside Inn for a full day of music\, muskets\, history\, and fun.\n● 10 AM The Faire opens with a Colonial encampment\, militia and crafts demonstrations\, and contradancing. We expect dozens of colonial and craft vendors and 25 fife and drum corps from across New England and New York. Food is available on the field.\n● 12 PM The Grand Parade of fifes and drums will begin promptly at noon and will be followed directly by a performance by each of the corps attending. The muster is a celebration rather than a competition: The corps are appearing by invitation and attend to share their music and friendship. \nThe Sudbury 250 Committee cordially invites Sudbury residents of all ages to our fall 2025 programs. The events are uniquely Sudbury and deeply rooted in the American Revolution. Each fun and festive program is FREE to the public and offers valuable insight into our nation’s history.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/colonial-faire-and-muster-of-fyfe-drum/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Faire and Muster of Fifes and Drums
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New England’s revolutionary heritage as historic Longfellow’s Wayside Inn hosts a Colonial Faire and Muster of Fife & Drums. From military drills to contradancing\, cooking and blacksmithing to 18th century children’s games\, engage with living history reenactors demonstrating life in MA circa 1775. The air will be filled with the music that helped inspire the birth of a nation\, as the grand parade steps off at 12:00. This will be followed by performances by 25 corps from throughout the northeast\, featuring the US Army’s “Old Guard” Fife & Drum Corps\, the presidential ceremonial honor guard from Washington\, DC. There will also be craft vendors\, as well as a food court and beer garden.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/colonial-faire-and-muster-of-fifes-and-drums-3/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Faire and Muster of Fifes and Drums
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New England’s revolutionary heritage as historic Longfellow’s Wayside Inn hosts a Colonial Faire and Muster of Fife & Drums. From military drills to contradancing\, cooking and blacksmithing to 18th century children’s games\, engage with living history reenactors demonstrating life in MA circa 1775. The air will be filled with the music that helped inspire the birth of a nation\, as the grand parade steps off at 12:00. This will be followed by performances by 25 corps from throughout the northeast\, featuring the US Army’s “Old Guard” Fife & Drum Corps\, the presidential ceremonial honor guard from Washington\, DC. There will also be craft vendors\, as well as a food court and beer garden.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/colonial-faire-and-muster-of-fifes-and-drums-2/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Faire and Muster of Fifes and Drums
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New England’s revolutionary heritage as historic Longfellow’s Wayside Inn hosts a Colonial Faire and Muster of Fife & Drums. From military drills to contradancing\, cooking and blacksmithing to 18th century children’s games\, engage with living history reenactors demonstrating life in MA circa 1775. The air will be filled with the music that helped inspire the birth of a nation\, as the grand parade steps off at 12:00. This will be followed by performances by 25 corps from throughout the northeast\, featuring the US Army’s “Old Guard” Fife & Drum Corps\, the presidential ceremonial honor guard from Washington\, DC. There will also be craft vendors\, as well as a food court and beer garden.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/colonial-faire-and-muster-of-fifes-and-drums/
LOCATION:Longfellow’s Wayside Inn\, 72 Wayside Inn Road\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250714T172224Z
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SUMMARY:Calling All Kids\, Patriots And Sailors: Revolutionary Summer Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:FREE outdoor and indoor activities for kids all summer long \nBuilding on the success of the Road to Revolution partnership programs\, each Saturday from now until the end of September\, the museum will host children’s outdoor and indoor programming. The hugely successful Discovery Center experience will extend out onto the lawn with 15 new activity stations. Rolling River Printmakers of New England will partner this week with an activity station to make prints. A rideable dolphin and elephant\, courtesy of local sculptor Jeff Briggs\, along with a bouncy castle\, pirate boat with water guns\, plus water\, sand and craft tables await. \nThis free program runs from 10 am to 1 pm thanks to generous sponsorship from the Institution for Savings and the Local Cultural Council. \nLooking ahead\, in September\, the museum is pleased to partner with Imagine Studios on a fascinating project to burn and carve out of a pine log and shape into a 20 foot long mishoon (dugout canoe) using traditional methods. Led by Imagine Studios\, Darius Coombs of the Mashpee Wampanoag and Jonathan Petty of the Aquinnah Wampanoag will carve over successive weekends. Sponsored by the New England Foundation for the Arts\, and with in-kind support from New England Development\, the goal is to launch on Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 11. \nWe hope you can join us.–James
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/calling-all-kids-patriots-and-sailors-revolutionary-summer-saturdays-2/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Custom House Maritime Museum\, Water Street 25\, Newburyport\, Massachusetts\, 01950\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
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SUMMARY:"Spies Among Us" year long exhibit opening on February 6th 2025
DESCRIPTION:“Spies Among Us” will open on Thursday\, February 6th at 10 a.m. during the museum’s first Thursday opening hours. We will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 6th and will be open every Thursday going forward from 10-4. We will also showcase the exhibit during our February Second Sunday Open House on Sunday\, February 9th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. \nThe exhibit will recall the story of General Gage’s spies who visited the Tavern in 1775\, explore examples of espionage on both sides\, and examine the many ways of spying that were used during the American Revolution. \nSpycraft played a pivotal role during the American Revolution\, with both the Continental Army and British forces using intelligence operations to gain strategic advantages. The Golden Ball Tavern and its proprietor Isaac Jones\, played host on a few occasions to British spies sent\, by General Thomas Gage\, to survey the towns that were scattered around the area from Boston to Worcester. This was just one of the British military’s tactics for keeping the Patriots in line. On the American side\, espionage was essential in countering the British military’s superior resources and manpower. \nThe spycraft of the American Revolution was marked by its ingenuity\, the use of civilian networks\, and the blending of military and civilian espionage tactics. Though it was often risky and unreliable\, intelligence-gathering operations played a critical role in the eventual success of the American cause\, allowing the Continental Army to take advantage of British vulnerabilities and ultimately secure victory. \nJoin us as we introduce our new exhibit and our new Thursday opening hours. The museum will continue to be open every second Sunday of the month for our Second Sunday Open House Tours and will now be open every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nWe look forward to welcoming you!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/spies-among-us-year-long-exhibit-opening-on-february-6th-2025/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Golden Ball Tavern Museum\, Boston Post Road 662\, Weston\, Massachusetts\, 02493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250929T203823Z
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SUMMARY:Paginations: Back Bay to the Berkshires: Celebrating 250 Years of Art in Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:Back Bay to the Berkshires: Celebrating 250 Years of Art in Massachusetts looks at some of the artists and artistic innovations associated with the Bay State through their relationship with book illustration\, printing\, and publishing. This display is held in conjunction with MA250 (a celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and the start of the American Revolution) and highlights the revolutionary spirit upon which the state was founded. \nThis display\, free and open to the public\, is drawn from the Clark Art Institute library’s collections and curated by library staff. \nAn Island Garden\, Boston\, Houghton Mifflin\, 1894. Celia Thaxter\, author\, Childe Hassam (born Dorchester\, Massachusetts)\, illustrator \nOpen 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. \nAdmission is always free for members\, students with ID. And children (under 12). General admission is $20.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/paginations-back-bay-to-the-berkshires-celebrating-250-years-of-art-in-massachusetts/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T182914Z
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SUMMARY:Daniel Shays’ Honorable Rebellion
DESCRIPTION:You probably know of “Shays’ Rebellion” as the time where ‘farmers who were angry about taxes’ ‘created unrest’ that exposed the weakness of the Articles of Confederation\, causing the Founding Fathers to write the Constitution. \nAuthor Daniel Bullen has recently published a history that tells the story of what happened from the people’s perspective. Daniel Shays’ Honorable Rebellion shows that Shays and thousands of farmers were not trying to overthrow the government. They were protesting flagrantly unjust economic policies that were forcing them off their land\, all to pay windfall profits to financiers. And the book draws on extensive research to show that the farmers kept the peace through five months of protests and won reforms in an electoral landslide. In a lecture and discussion program with deep contemporary relevance\, Bullen will tell the story of this key moment in America’s legacy of dignified\, nonviolent protest. \nDaniel Bullen holds a Ph.D. in American literature. He is the author of two other books\, The Love Lives of the Artists: Five Stories of Creative Intimacy and The Dangers of Passion: The Transcendental Friendship of Ralph Waldo Emerson and Margaret Fuller. He lives in western Massachusetts.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/daniel-shays-honorable-rebellion/
LOCATION:Richard Salter Storrs Library\, 693 Longmeadow Street\, Longmeadow\, MA\, 01106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Longmeadow Historical Society":MAILTO:info@longmeadowhistoricalsociety.org
GEO:42.0521983;-72.5812285
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Richard Salter Storrs Library 693 Longmeadow Street Longmeadow MA 01106 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=693 Longmeadow Street:geo:-72.5812285,42.0521983
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250722T170627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T133534Z
UID:10001822-1758528000-1758560400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides at the Museum of Printing
DESCRIPTION:Haverhill’s Museum of Printing this summer is featuring broadsides\, essentially posters\, created by local artists to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the “Shot Heard Round the World.”\n“Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides at the Museum of Printing” run through Aug. 30. The exhibition draws inspiration from broadsides that were generated at the beginning of the American Revolution. Just as in 1775\, the contemporary broadsides urge viewers to “awake\, rise\, act.”\nArtists featured include\, Sandra Cardillo\, Megan Cascella\, Barbara Corrigan\, Renee Covalucci\, Deborah Epstein\, Elissa Freud\, Gail Hansen\, Sharon Hayes\, Rebekah Lord Gardiner\, Steve Murakishi\, Susan Murie\, Marie Nolan\, Charles Norris\, Andrew Palladino\, Molly Paul\, Kelli Sacher\, Laurie Sheffield\, Liz Shepherd and Saskia Van Vactor.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/awake-rise-act-contemporary-broadsides-at-the-museum-of-printing/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:Museum of Printing\, 15 Thornton Ave\, Haverhill\, MA\, 01832\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Printing":MAILTO:nancy@northofboston.org
GEO:42.7727864;-71.1209326
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Museum of Printing 15 Thornton Ave Haverhill MA 01832 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15 Thornton Ave:geo:-71.1209326,42.7727864
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250915T133957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T221253Z
UID:10003857-1758477600-1758484800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Ticonderoga Cannon: Presentation and Firing
DESCRIPTION:Presentation and firing of Cannon to commemorate the movement of Ticonderoga Cannon to Dorchester Heights under the command of Henry Knox in 1775 and 1776. \nDusk & Night Cannon Firing\nColonial Music \n6 PM Sudbury Fyfe & Drum\, Sudbury Militia and Minute\n6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Cannon Display \nFeaturing: Crain’s Artillery\, Brown’s Artillery\, Pawtucket Rangers Artillery\, and the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/ticonderoga-cannon-presentation-and-firing/
LOCATION:South Field\, Wayside Inn\, Dutton Road 35\, Sudbury\, Massachusetts\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sudbury 250 Committee":MAILTO:sudbury250@sudbury.ma.us
GEO:42.3586333;-71.4717605
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=South Field Wayside Inn Dutton Road 35 Sudbury Massachusetts 01776 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Dutton Road 35:geo:-71.4717605,42.3586333
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250908T182820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T182820Z
UID:10003814-1758466800-1758470400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:The 1775 Quebec Expedition from Newburyport: Following Their Footsteps
DESCRIPTION:On September 19\, 1775\, over 1\,100 men departed Newburyport on a secret mission to capture Quebec—led by Benedict Arnold and planned with George Washington. \nJoin Jack Santos as he recounts the stories of Newburyport’s patriots on this daring expedition through the wilderness as we celebrate its 250th anniversary. \n250 years ago this year\, on the 19th of September\, 1775\, 1100 farmers\, soldiers\, merchants\, teachers\, and laborers left Newburyport on eleven ships for a secret\, bold attack on Quebec City. \nHad the plan worked\, there likely would have been no revolutionary war\, and Quebec would have been the 14th state in a new United States of America. \nRelatively recently\, Jack Santos put his hiking boots on his feet\, and his kayak on his car\, to follow Arnold’s trail through Maine. He followed the diary\, maps\, and stories of Newburyport soldiers. He visited the same stopping points\, slogged through the same mud\, and got bitten by the descendants of the mosquitoes of that era. \nWe’ll hear the stories of Newburyporters like Caleb Haskell\, Rev Samuel Spring\, Jeremiah Wheelwright and others\, describing their experiences during that ill-fated journey to liberate Quebec. \nJoin us to hear about this exciting trek through the Maine backwoods\, in a way that presents it as a travelogue of a trip that you\, too\, can do – highlighting historical locations\, museums\, and displays to visit first hand. \nCentral Congregation Church 14 Titcomb Street Newburyport\, MA 01950at 3 p.m.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-1775-quebec-expedition-from-newburyport-following-their-footsteps/
LOCATION:Central Congregational Church\, Titcomb Street 14\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of Old Newbury":MAILTO:info@newburyhistory.org
GEO:42.8113207;-70.8740978
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Central Congregational Church Titcomb Street 14 Newburyport MA 01950 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Titcomb Street 14:geo:-70.8740978,42.8113207
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250715T183751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T183751Z
UID:10001527-1758459600-1758466800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Open Hours at the Abigail Adams Birthplace
DESCRIPTION:Open Hours at the Abigail Adams Birthplace continue! Cost: $10 for adults\, $5 for children and members are free! Please note: Visits are by guided tour only. Tours begin on the half hour\, with the last tour starting at 2:30 p.m. \nFor more information\, please see our website: https://abigailadamsbirthplace.org/ \n180 Norton St.\, North Weymouth\, Massachusetts\, United States
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/open-hours-at-the-abigail-adams-birthplace-3/
LOCATION:Abigail Adams Birthplace\, Norton Street 180\, Weymouth\, Massachusetts\, 02191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abigail Adams Birthplace":MAILTO:aahs1744@gmail.com
GEO:42.2323862;-70.945601
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Abigail Adams Birthplace Norton Street 180 Weymouth Massachusetts 02191 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Norton Street 180:geo:-70.945601,42.2323862
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250908T182640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T182640Z
UID:10003794-1758448800-1758456000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Sail on the "Hannah"
DESCRIPTION:Marblehead 250 offers a special way to celebrate our Nation’s history in Marblehead!\nSeptember 21 and 22\, 2025 \nThe Hannah\, the first ship in Washington’s fleet\, was launched in September 1775. To commemorate that important part of Marblehead’s history\, the Fame – very similar in size and appearance to the Hannah – will be docked at Marblehead’s State Street Landing\, 75 Front Street\, from 9 to 10:15 a.m. on Saturday\, September 20\, and Sunday\, September 21. Visitors may board the ship at no charge and experience an 18th century schooner. Crew and members of Marblehead’s Glover’s Regiment will be on hand to tell the story of Hannah and answer questions. \nBOTH mornings we will offer a 90-minute sail from 10:15-11:45 a.m. All tickets are $50\, with proceeds to benefit the Marblehead 250 events for 2025 and 2026. \n• This is a SAIL\, so the route is subject to wind and weather. We sail as far and as fast as we can based on conditions\, and our goal is always to shut off the engine and give our guests an authentic schooner experience. Every trip is different.\n• Guests have the opportunity to raise sails\, take the tiller\, learn knots\, and engage with our knowledgeable crew about Hannah’s and Fame’s interesting histories\, and learn about the many islands\, lighthouses\, forts\, and other sights of Salem Sound. If you’re interested in history\, ask questions! If you’d just as soon relax and enjoy the ride\, you can do that\, too.\n• Book your tickets by calling the Fame at 978-729-7600.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/sail-on-the-hannah/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:State Street Landing\, 75 Front Street\, Marblehead\, MA 01945\, Front Street 75\, Marblehead\, Massachusetts\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marblehead 250 Committee":MAILTO:laurenmccormack@marbleheadmuseum.org
GEO:42.5041226;-70.8473613
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=State Street Landing 75 Front Street Marblehead MA 01945 Front Street 75 Marblehead Massachusetts 01945 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Front Street 75:geo:-70.8473613,42.5041226
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250930T215351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T215351Z
UID:10003865-1758396600-1758400200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:The Miracle of the Battle of Saratoga
DESCRIPTION:Presented by William J. Federer\, best-selling author and nationally-known speaker\nPerforming Arts Center\, Brewster\, Cape Cod\nFree\, In person & livestreamed\nPart of a year-long a monthly lecture series celebrating God’s miraculous acts during our nation’s fight for Independence. Each lecture highlights key moments of divine intervention that took place during the Revolutionary War—Remarkable stories of timely reinforcements\, inexplicable weather events\, and the unwavering perseverance of the patriots and militias against overwhelming odds. 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-miracle-of-the-battle-of-saratoga/
LOCATION:Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center\, Southern Eagle Cartway 95\, Brewster\, Massachusetts\, 02631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Speakers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://massachusetts250.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Americana-lecture-image.jpg
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:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250908T182704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T182704Z
UID:10003782-1758366000-1758369600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Paul Revere & Friends™ at Historic Wayside Inn
DESCRIPTION:Historic Wayside Inn Welcomes Free Family Fun at Apple Fest — Featuring Paul Revere & Friends™ \nSudbury\, Massachusetts — Saturday\, September 20\, 2025 — The storied charm of the historic Wayside Inn will come alive this Apple Fest with a delightful blend of history\, humor\, and wholesome entertainment — and it’s all free for the whole family! \nAt 11:00 AM\, guests are invited to enjoy one full hour of strolling ventriloquism and edutainment with ♫♬ Paul Revere & Friends™\, the beloved creation of Boston’s National Award-Winning Ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll. Known for his captivating mix of music\, comedy\, and historical storytelling\, Kevin brings to life a colorful cast of puppets — each with its own wit and charm. \nWhile there’s no historical record that Paul Revere owned a talking dog\, audiences will quickly agree that Doug The Talking Dog might just be the most entertaining “what if” in colonial history. \nThis interactive\, laugh-filled performance is designed to delight children and adults alike\, blending New England heritage with lighthearted fun. The event is part of Apple Fest’s full day of seasonal celebration\, all set against the scenic backdrop of one of America’s most treasured historic sites. \nA sneak peek of ♫♬ Paul Revere & Friends™ in action can be enjoyed in this short video:\n \nEvent Details:\n📅 Date: Saturday\, September 20\, 2025\n📍 Location: The Historic Wayside Inn\, Sudbury\, MA\n🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (One hour strolling ventriloquism & edutainment)\n💲 Admission: Free \nCome for the apples\, stay for the laughs — and make some history of your own at Apple Fest!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/paul-revere-friends-at-historic-wayside-inn/2025-09-20/2/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Event,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="DriscollProductions":MAILTO:kevin@driscollproductions.com
GEO:42.3572337;-71.4739235
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury MA 01776 Wayside Inn Road 72 Sudbury MA 01776 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Wayside Inn Road 72:geo:-71.4739235,42.3572337
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250714T172224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T143527Z
UID:10001889-1758362400-1758373200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Calling All Kids\, Patriots And Sailors: Revolutionary Summer Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:FREE outdoor and indoor activities for kids all summer long \nBuilding on the success of the Road to Revolution partnership programs\, each Saturday from now until the end of September\, the museum will host children’s outdoor and indoor programming. The hugely successful Discovery Center experience will extend out onto the lawn with 15 new activity stations. Rolling River Printmakers of New England will partner this week with an activity station to make prints. A rideable dolphin and elephant\, courtesy of local sculptor Jeff Briggs\, along with a bouncy castle\, pirate boat with water guns\, plus water\, sand and craft tables await. \nThis free program runs from 10 am to 1 pm thanks to generous sponsorship from the Institution for Savings and the Local Cultural Council. \nLooking ahead\, in September\, the museum is pleased to partner with Imagine Studios on a fascinating project to burn and carve out of a pine log and shape into a 20 foot long mishoon (dugout canoe) using traditional methods. Led by Imagine Studios\, Darius Coombs of the Mashpee Wampanoag and Jonathan Petty of the Aquinnah Wampanoag will carve over successive weekends. Sponsored by the New England Foundation for the Arts\, and with in-kind support from New England Development\, the goal is to launch on Indigenous Peoples Day on Oct. 11. \nWe hope you can join us.–James
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/calling-all-kids-patriots-and-sailors-revolutionary-summer-saturdays-2/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Custom House Maritime Museum\, Water Street 25\, Newburyport\, Massachusetts\, 01950\, United States
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GEO:42.8120091;-70.8681916
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Custom House Maritime Museum Water Street 25 Newburyport Massachusetts 01950 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Water Street 25:geo:-70.8681916,42.8120091
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250310T175921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T210543Z
UID:10001071-1758362400-1758373200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Guided Hike on the Knox Trail in Otis
DESCRIPTION:Western Mass Hilltown Hikers Group Tour\nGuided Hike on the Knox Trail in Otis\nSeptember 20th@10:00 am \nParking: On Norton Street Extension near house #92 Otis\, MA 01253\nDirections: Take Route 23 East or West to the Center of Otis take Norton Road and bear right onto Norton Road Extension to end of road.\nHike Rating: Easy to Moderate 3 miles in and back with very little elevation \nJoin us on a journey on the original “Ye Trodden Path” to follow the footsteps of the men who saved our country. Narrated by Mr. Tom Ragusa\, local historian\, our journey will take us through a section in Otis stopping at each historical location along the way listening to Tom’s amazing stories. During the winter of 1775-1776 Gen George Washington held the high ground around Boston while the British were firmly in control of the city. If Washington had artillery\, he could dislodge the British and retake Boston. The nearest available artillery was at Fort Ticonderoga\, under Continental Army control\, in up-state NY. Gen Henry Knox then was commissioned in Dec 1775\, by Gen Washington to secure these artillery pieces and transport them from NY\, through Massachusetts to Dorchester Heights outside Boston. To do this Gen Knox successfully crossed the Berkshire Mountains and large rivers in winter\, with 59 pieces of artillery. When the artillery arrived in Boston in early March 1776\, Gen Howe realized the hopelessness of his position and evacuated the city. \nWe will hike rain or shine. Registration required. Please Register per car load on https://westernmasshilltownhikers.ticketleap.com Maps and bottled water provided. Well behaved dogs allowed. Event is volunteer lead. Suggested donation is $15. More details are on www.hilltownhikers.com. Please email westernmasshilltownhikers@aol.com or call/text 413-302-0312 if you have any questions. As always be prepared for rocks\, mud and roots\, bring trekking poles!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/guided-hike-on-the-knox-trail-in-otis/
LOCATION:92 Norton Road Extension\, Norton Road Extension 92\, Otis\, MA\, 01253\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Mass Hilltown Hikers Inc.":MAILTO:westernmasshilltownhikers@aol.com
GEO:42.1777479;-73.0661149
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=92 Norton Road Extension Norton Road Extension 92 Otis MA 01253 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Norton Road Extension 92:geo:-73.0661149,42.1777479
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250908T182640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T182640Z
UID:10003793-1758362400-1758369600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Sail on the "Hannah"
DESCRIPTION:Marblehead 250 offers a special way to celebrate our Nation’s history in Marblehead!\nSeptember 21 and 22\, 2025 \nThe Hannah\, the first ship in Washington’s fleet\, was launched in September 1775. To commemorate that important part of Marblehead’s history\, the Fame – very similar in size and appearance to the Hannah – will be docked at Marblehead’s State Street Landing\, 75 Front Street\, from 9 to 10:15 a.m. on Saturday\, September 20\, and Sunday\, September 21. Visitors may board the ship at no charge and experience an 18th century schooner. Crew and members of Marblehead’s Glover’s Regiment will be on hand to tell the story of Hannah and answer questions. \nBOTH mornings we will offer a 90-minute sail from 10:15-11:45 a.m. All tickets are $50\, with proceeds to benefit the Marblehead 250 events for 2025 and 2026. \n• This is a SAIL\, so the route is subject to wind and weather. We sail as far and as fast as we can based on conditions\, and our goal is always to shut off the engine and give our guests an authentic schooner experience. Every trip is different.\n• Guests have the opportunity to raise sails\, take the tiller\, learn knots\, and engage with our knowledgeable crew about Hannah’s and Fame’s interesting histories\, and learn about the many islands\, lighthouses\, forts\, and other sights of Salem Sound. If you’re interested in history\, ask questions! If you’d just as soon relax and enjoy the ride\, you can do that\, too.\n• Book your tickets by calling the Fame at 978-729-7600.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/sail-on-the-hannah/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:State Street Landing\, 75 Front Street\, Marblehead\, MA 01945\, Front Street 75\, Marblehead\, Massachusetts\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marblehead 250 Committee":MAILTO:laurenmccormack@marbleheadmuseum.org
GEO:42.5041226;-70.8473613
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250908T182704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T182704Z
UID:10003781-1758355200-1758387600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Paul Revere & Friends™ at Historic Wayside Inn
DESCRIPTION:Historic Wayside Inn Welcomes Free Family Fun at Apple Fest — Featuring Paul Revere & Friends™ \nSudbury\, Massachusetts — Saturday\, September 20\, 2025 — The storied charm of the historic Wayside Inn will come alive this Apple Fest with a delightful blend of history\, humor\, and wholesome entertainment — and it’s all free for the whole family! \nAt 11:00 AM\, guests are invited to enjoy one full hour of strolling ventriloquism and edutainment with ♫♬ Paul Revere & Friends™\, the beloved creation of Boston’s National Award-Winning Ventriloquist Kevin Driscoll. Known for his captivating mix of music\, comedy\, and historical storytelling\, Kevin brings to life a colorful cast of puppets — each with its own wit and charm. \nWhile there’s no historical record that Paul Revere owned a talking dog\, audiences will quickly agree that Doug The Talking Dog might just be the most entertaining “what if” in colonial history. \nThis interactive\, laugh-filled performance is designed to delight children and adults alike\, blending New England heritage with lighthearted fun. The event is part of Apple Fest’s full day of seasonal celebration\, all set against the scenic backdrop of one of America’s most treasured historic sites. \nA sneak peek of ♫♬ Paul Revere & Friends™ in action can be enjoyed in this short video:\n \nEvent Details:\n📅 Date: Saturday\, September 20\, 2025\n📍 Location: The Historic Wayside Inn\, Sudbury\, MA\n🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (One hour strolling ventriloquism & edutainment)\n💲 Admission: Free \nCome for the apples\, stay for the laughs — and make some history of your own at Apple Fest!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/paul-revere-friends-at-historic-wayside-inn/2025-09-20/1/
LOCATION:Wayside Inn – 72 Wayside Inn Rd. Sudbury\, MA 01776\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, MA\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Event,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="DriscollProductions":MAILTO:kevin@driscollproductions.com
GEO:42.3572337;-71.4739235
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250911T182043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T182043Z
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SUMMARY:Newburyport's Revolution: Through a Howling Wilderness: 1775 March to Quebec
DESCRIPTION:Newburyport’s Road to Revolution Presents: Through a Howling Wilderness: Benedict Arnold’s March to Quebec\, 1775 \n📅 Friday\, September 19\, 2025 – 7:00 p.m.📍 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, Newburyport\, MA \nExactly 250 years to the day after Benedict Arnold led his troops out of Newburyport\, join us for a captivating lecture by historian and author Tom Desjardin on one of the most extraordinary—yet often overlooked—episodes of the American Revolution. \nIn September 1775\, Arnold commanded eleven hundred Colonial soldiers on a daring\, top-secret mission: to march and paddle nearly 200 miles through the untamed wilderness of Maine and Quebec to seize British-held Quebec City. It was a journey marked by hypothermia\, disease\, starvation\, hurricanes\, and blizzards. Dozens perished; survivors endured eating everything from dogs to lip salve before reaching their target. Though the attack ultimately failed\, Arnold’s expedition helped pave the way for America’s eventual victory. \nIn Through a Howling Wilderness\, Desjardin tells this gripping story of endurance\, sacrifice\, and leadership before Arnold’s name became synonymous with treason. \nAbout the Speaker: Tom Desjardin holds a Ph.D. in U.S. History and is the author of multiple acclaimed books. A former archivist and historian at Gettysburg National Military Park\, he has taught at Bowdoin College\, advised film and television productions (including Gettysburg and Gods and Generals)\, and appeared on the History Channel\, A&E\, Discovery\, PBS\, and CSPAN. He is a former Commissioner of Education for Maine and director of the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands. \nFunded\, in part\, by the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/newburyports-revolution-through-a-howling-wilderness-1775-march-to-quebec-2/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 166 High Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
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SUMMARY:SOUL\, BLUES & GROOVES With Mwalim Returns To The Sandbar Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Fans of soul\, blues\, jazz\, and funk will want to mark their calendars as Mwalim\, the award-winning singer\, songwriter\, and multi-instrumentalist\, brings SOUL\, BLUES & GROOVES back to the Sandbar Lounge (150 Warren Ave\, Plymouth) on Thursday\, September 18\, 2025\, at 7pm. \nTouring in support of his critically acclaimed album\, Thunderchild\, Mwalim has been praised for his powerful storytelling\, genre-bending artistry\, and captivating live performances. With a sound that moves fluidly from deep blues to smooth soul and groove-driven jazz\, his concerts offer something for every music lover. \nIn recognition of MA250\, commemorating 250 years since the start of the American Revolution\, this special performance will include musical selections reflecting the Black and Indigenous musical traditions that would have been heard during the time of Phyllis Wheatley and Prince Hall—honoring their era through historically informed sound and rhythm. These interwoven elements offer a rare and resonant glimpse into the cultural expressions of resistance\, identity\, and spirit that defined early America. \nThis show is a return engagement by popular demand\, following Mwalim’s previous Sandbar Lounge performance\, which drew enthusiastic feedback from audience members\, hotel guests\, and staff alike. Audiences can expect another evening filled with rich vocals\, masterful musicianship\, and grooves that linger long after the final note. \nFor lovers of live soul\, blues\, and groove-driven music—and those interested in the deep roots of American musical heritage—SOUL\, BLUES & GROOVES with Mwalim promises an unforgettable night of artistry and sound.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/soul-blues-grooves-with-mwalim-returns-to-the-sandbar-lounge/
LOCATION:Sandbar Lounge\, Warren Avenue 150\, Plymouth\, Massachusetts\, 02360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000
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SUMMARY:John Glover's Schooner Hannah
DESCRIPTION:Six years ago\, vessel biographer Randy Biddle decided to investigate the origin story and likely appearance of a small\, schooner named Hannah\, owned in Marblehead by John Glover. On October 10\, 1775. she became famous for her harrowing engagement with\, and narrow escape from the much larger British naval vessel\, Nautilus\, near the entrance to Beverly Harbor. This illustrated presentation will challenge the conventional wisdom about Hannah. Zoom only.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/john-glovers-schooner-hannah/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marblehead Museum":MAILTO:info@marbleheadmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T105537
CREATED:20250911T181557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T141659Z
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SUMMARY:Witness: Hingham in the Age of Revolution
DESCRIPTION:As the Nation marks 250 years of independence\, Witness: Hingham in the Age of Revolution explores how one New England town experienced the ideas\, contradictions\, and upheavals of the American Revolution. Through the lives of Hingham’s residents– white and Black\, free and enslaved– this immersive new exhibit traces the ups & downs forging of a nation. \nSpanning from the 1667 Wampatuck Deed to the aftermath of the Revolutionary War\, Witness invites you to confront complex questions at the heart of America’s founding: Who belonged? What was worth fighting for? And what did liberty cost? This exhibit was produced thanks to the generous support of MA250 and the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism. \nPublic Transportation from Boston: Visitors can reach the Hingham Heritage Museum easily by public transit\, with service via the MBTA commuter rail (Greenbush Line to West Hingham Station) or the scenic MBTA ferry from Boston to Hingham Harbor. Call for a pick up when you arrive at the Hingham train platform or ferry dock. \nQuestions? Call (781) 749-7721 or email info@hinghamhistorical.org
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/witness-hingham-in-the-age-of-revolution/
LOCATION:Hingham Heritage Museum\, Main Street 34\, Hingham\, MA\, 02043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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