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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/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T130000
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SUMMARY:Old Put – Danvers Hero of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Join the Gen. Israel Putnam Chapter\, DAR at the Holten House\, to hear author Robert Hubbard discuss his biography of Major General Israel Putnam. \nThe event is free\, but seating is limited\, reservations required.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/old-put-danvers-hero-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Tapley Memorial Hall\, 13 Page Street\, Danvers\, MA\, 01923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danvers Historical Society":MAILTO:dhs@danvershistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T194110Z
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SUMMARY:Dedication of Agawam’s Liberty Tree
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by\, and in remembrance of Boston’s original Liberty Tree – and those found throughout the colonies in the years leading up to\, and during\, the war for independence – and in recognition of the UNITED STATES SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL\, the Agawam Historical Association will dedicate an American Elm on the grounds of the historic Thomas Smith House\, so that it may inspire future generations of patriots as we endeavor toward a MORE PERFECT UNION.  \ndedication | house tours | refreshments \n• National anthem sung by Chelsea Casamento\, Agawam High School Chamber Choir member\n• 25th Continental Regiment Color Guard & musket salute \nThe c. 1757 Thomas Smith House and 1920 Delmore Hawthorne Garage will be open for tours. \nAgawam’s Liberty Tree was generously donated and planted by Cascio Company \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/dedication-of-agawams-liberty-tree/
LOCATION:Thomas Smith House\, North West Street 251\, Agawam\, Massachusetts\, 01030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Event,Memorial,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Agawam Historical Association":MAILTO:1855@agawamhistory.org
GEO:42.0744086;-72.6946647
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T124500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260211T173405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T173405Z
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SUMMARY:Rox 250: Roxbury Patriots’ Day Reenactment
DESCRIPTION:Experience history. Join us for a day of activities acknowledging Roxbury history and future: William Dawes ride re-enactment\, free breakfast\, historic talk\, and Roxbury Historical Society historic trolley tour!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/rox-250-roxbury-patriots-day-reenactment/
LOCATION:UU Urban Ministry\, Putnam Street 10\, Boston\, MA\, 02119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T110000
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CREATED:20260403T171216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T171216Z
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SUMMARY:Patriots’ Day Celebration at Cyrus Dallin Museum (Arlington)
DESCRIPTION:Hear ye\, hear ye! Experience Paul Revere-inspired poems\, Arlington’s revolutionary history\, and Cyrus Dallin’s 57-year monument battle\, brought to life by Arlington locals! \nThis free\, family-friendly program will feature live readings of the Dallin Museum’s two favorite Paul Revere-themed poems – one by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and the other by Cyrus Dallin himself. Learn about the Battle of Menotomy and imagine what it was like on that tumultuous day in 1775. Hear the fascinating story of Dallin’s battle to complete his famous monument to Paul Revere in Boston’s North End. Experience a beautiful small-scale cast of the statue in the east garden\, and venture into the Museum to view a rare prototype. \nThis event takes place in Whittemore Park in front of the Dallin Museum. Bring a chair and/or blanket. Following the program\, head to Town Hall where Paul Revere and William Dawes arrive at noon!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/patriots-day-celebration-at-cyrus-dallin-museum-arlington/
LOCATION:Cyrus Dallin Art Museum\, 611 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02474\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event
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GEO:42.4157326;-71.1523944
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T170000
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CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
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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/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T160000
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SUMMARY:Free Guided Tours: Jason Russell House & Museum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Patriots’ Day weekend with the Arlington Historical Society at the historic Jason Russell House & Museum with FREE guided tours\, sponsored by Leader Bank. Visitors are invited to explore the site of the largest skirmish of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War and one of Arlington’s most important historic landmarks. \nFree tours will be offered as part of the 251st anniversary of the Battle of Lexington\, Concord\, and Menotomy. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the events that unfolded in Menotomy (now Arlington) on April 19\, 1775\, and see several bullet holes inside the House that remain from the fighting. \nApril 18 – April 20\n11am – 4pm\n7 Jason Street\nArlington\, MA
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/free-guided-tours-jason-russell-house-museum/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Arlington Historical Society\, Jason Street 7\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Commemoration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:contact@arlingtonhistorical.org
GEO:42.4160266;-71.1587071
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T123000
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CREATED:20260403T171256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T171256Z
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SUMMARY:Arrival of Paul Revere and William Dawes in Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Paul Revere & William Dawes arrive separately from the City of Boston on horseback to warn the residents of Menotomy (former Arlington) of the incoming British Regulars! Their event will take place in front of Arlington Town Hall. A small ceremony will occur when they arrive and an interactive time with the crowd. Event is accompanied by arts and crafts and lawn games in Robbins Gardens.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/arrival-of-paul-revere-and-william-dawes-in-arlington/
LOCATION:Arlington Town Hall\, 730 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors,Reenactment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Arlington":MAILTO:kluczai@town.arlington.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
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/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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GEO:42.4766331;-71.0913748
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
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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/2026-04-21/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T160000
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CREATED:20260319T183137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T183137Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Library Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the Revolutionary Library Crawl! \nBeginning April 21st\, visit ten libraries throughout Northeastern MA as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of The American Revolution.  \nVisit an information desk at any of the participating libraries to pick up a crawl passport\, complete an activity\, and earn a passport stamp. Enjoy unique activities\, history\, and swag at each stop on your crawl. At Hamilton-Wenham\, passports will be available beginning April 21.  \n5 stamps or more on your passport qualify you for an entry into a prize raffle. One prize basket is available per age group: children\, teens\, & adults. Turn your passport in at any participating library by May 9 to be entered into the raffle.  \nAll ages are welcome to participate. \nParticipating Libraries: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library (South Hamilton\, MA)\, Boxford Town Library (Boxford\, MA)\, Peabody Institute Library (Danvers\, MA)\,  TOHP Burnham Public Library (Essex\, MA)\, Georgetown Peabody Library (Georgetown\, MA)\, Sawyer Free Library (Gloucester\, MA)\, Langley-Adams Library (Groveland\, MA)\, Ipswich Public Library (Ipswich\, MA)\, Flint Public Library (Middleton\, MA)\, Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library (Manchester-by-the-Sea\, MA)
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/revolutionary-library-crawl/
LOCATION:Hamilton-Wenham Public Library\, 14 Union Street\, South Hamilton\, 01982\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton-Wenham Public Library":MAILTO:info@hwlibrary.org
GEO:42.612155;-70.8800901
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000
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CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
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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/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T140000
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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/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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GEO:42.4766331;-71.0913748
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
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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/2026-04-22/
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
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
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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/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
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/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260211T172509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T172509Z
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SUMMARY:All About Tea During Early America
DESCRIPTION:How a tiny dry leaf from the other side of the globe worked its way into the cultural identity of a young nation. \nJoin living history interpreter Audrey Stuck-Girard as she prepares a few cups of 18th-century tea with antique teaware and discusses the ways the beverage impacted cultural traditions\, global trade\, and revolutionary politics in 1700s America. \nAudrey Stuck-Girard is an actor\, costumer\, and living history interpreter who has been portraying Abigail Adams and other historical figures from Revolutionary America for over a decade. A true millennial\, she works a full-time job while fostering several “side-hustles” through her one-woman business\, Cuffed & Coiffed. Audrey collaborates with educators\, historical societies\, and venues of all sizes to create and perform programs on early American history. Additionally\, she has developed some renown as the person to go to for an 18th-century man’s wig.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/all-about-tea-during-early-america/
LOCATION:Bigelow Free Public Library\, 54 Walnut St\, Clinton\, MA\, 01510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culinary,Event,Speakers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
UID:10006665-1776936600-1776960000@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/2026-04-23/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
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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/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
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/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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GEO:42.4766331;-71.0913748
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20251029T204730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T204730Z
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SUMMARY:2026 American Stories\, American Lives Gala
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution\, the Signing of Declaration of Independence\, and 250 Years of American History! \nThe American Stories\, American Lives Gala celebrates the work of American Ancestors and the contributions of those in the fields of genealogy and history. Our headquarters houses world-class spaces and resources dedicated to advancing family history\, including the Brim-DeForest Library\, the R. Stanton Avery Special Collections\, the Brue Family Learning Center\, the 10 Million Names Project\, the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center\, and our new Family Heritage Experience—a series of dynamic exhibits and interactive displays that introduces visitors to the joys and possibilities of family history.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/2026-american-stories-american-lives-gala/
LOCATION:Boston Harbor Hotel\, Rowes Wharf 70\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Ancestors":MAILTO:Advancement@americanancestors.org
GEO:42.3562664;-71.0502895
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260320T192155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T192155Z
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SUMMARY:Upton Historical Society to Host Declaration of Independence Commemoration Program
DESCRIPTION:The Upton Historical Society will present a special program celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on Thursday April 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Upton Community Center (9 Milford St Upton).\nTitled “Declaration of Independence\,” the program will feature a unique local perspective led by students from the History 2 class at Nipmuc Regional High School. Participants will explore and compare historic documents from surrounding towns alongside the original Declaration\, offering insight into how revolutionary ideas were reflected and recorded in local communities during the era.\nThrough this collaborative presentation\, students will demonstrate how regional records and civic documents deepen understanding of the principles expressed in 1776. The program reflects the Upton Historical Society’s commitment to preserving and sharing local history while encouraging educational partnerships with area schools.\nThe event is open to the public and welcomes residents\, families\, and history enthusiasts interested in commemorating this milestone anniversary while supporting student scholarship and community engagement.\nFor additional information about this program or other Society events\, contact the Upton Historical Society.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/upton-historical-society-to-host-declaration-of-independence-commemoration-program/
LOCATION:Upton Community Center\, 9 Milford St\, Upton\, Upton\, 01568\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Upton Historical Scoiety":MAILTO:uptonmahistoricalsociety@gmail.com
GEO:42.1737268;-71.6018131
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Upton Community Center 9 Milford St Upton Upton 01568 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9 Milford St:geo:-71.6018131,42.1737268
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
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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/2026-04-24/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
UID:10006349-1777024800-1777050000@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/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
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/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Nobility Hill Historic District\, Stoneham\, Massachusetts\, 02180\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors
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GEO:42.4766331;-71.0913748
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T221500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260129T222537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T222537Z
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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/2026-04-24/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260303T185703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185703Z
UID:10006667-1777109400-1777132800@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/2026-04-25/
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;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20250714T172224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T143527Z
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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-2/2026-04-25/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260224T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T201048Z
UID:10006350-1777111200-1777136400@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/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Old State House\, 206 Washington St\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034528
CREATED:20260319T183509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T183509Z
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SUMMARY:The Patriot Fife & Drum Duo Concert
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a fife and drum performance! These instruments served as essential communication\, signaling\, & morale-boosting tools during the Revolution. Step back in time with this unique musical experience. \nAll are welcome.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-patriot-fife-drum-duo-concert/
LOCATION:Hamilton-Wenham Public Library\, 14 Union Street\, South Hamilton\, 01982\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton-Wenham Public Library":MAILTO:info@hwlibrary.org
GEO:42.612155;-70.8800901
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