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Across the State of Massachusetts, communities and institutions are celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution with events, exhibits, special tours, programs, festivals, performances, and much more. Bookmark this page to join events and celebrations statewide.

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Event Series Daughter of the Regiment

Daughter of the Regiment

Emerson Colonial Theatre Boylston Street 106, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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 […]

A Bedford Assortment

Bedford Old Town Hall, Great Room (3rd Floor) South Road 16, Bedford, Massachusetts, United States

Vocabulary.com describes an “assortment” as “a bunch of different things all together, whether they’re the same sort or not.” “For example,” says Society President and Bedford Town Historian Sharon McDonald, […]

Free
Event Series Daughter of the Regiment

Daughter of the Regiment

Emerson Colonial Theatre Boylston Street 106, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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 […]

How We Remember, What We Preserve: Washington’s Legacy at Mount Vernon

Cambridge Public Library Broadway 449, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

To mark the 250th anniversaries of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States, a coalition of local non-profits and government agencies will present Washington in American Memory, […]

Free

Event Series Daughter of the Regiment

Daughter of the Regiment

Emerson Colonial Theatre Boylston Street 106, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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 […]

Sudbury Witness House Tour

Sudbury History Center and Museum Old Sudbury Road 288, Sudbury, Massachusetts, United States

In celebration of America250, the Sudbury Historical Society (SHS) will proudly present the Sudbury Witness House Tour on Saturday, May 2nd! Experience some of the oldest homes in Sudbury that […]

$40 – $50
Event Series Daughter of the Regiment

Daughter of the Regiment

Emerson Colonial Theatre Boylston Street 106, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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 […]

Cape Cod Museum of Art: FREE Monday on May 4

Cape Cod Museum of Art 60 Hope Lane, Dennis, MA, United States

Annually, during the month of May, various museums throughout the Cape Cod Museum Trail are open on a Monday for FREE to visitors. Museum Mondays in May offer visitors no-cost […]

Siege of Boston Special Anniversary Walking Tour

Boston Common 139 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, United States

Join Hub Town Tours as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Siege of Boston, the opening phase of the American Revolution. We'll explore life in and around Boston during […]

$44.00

A Personal Conversation in Martha Washington’s Bedchamber

Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, MA, United States

Educational Programming delivered in first person (Sandy IS Martha Washington, as if it were 1784): Spend time with Mrs. Washington as she completes dressing for her day in this interactive […]

Free

A Revolutionary Soldier’s kit

Bigelow Free Public Library 54 Walnut St, Clinton, MA, United States

Join Revolutionary War reenactor Steve Joanis to learn about what 18th century soldiers wore and how the uniform changed over time. After this presentation, you'll have a better idea of: […]

Free

NRM announces landmark exhibition in honor of the U.S. Semiquincentennial

Norman Rockwell Museum Glendale Road 9, Stockbridge, Massachusetts, United States

In commemoration of America’s 250th founding, Norman Rockwell Museum will present Visions of a Nation: 250 Years from Revolution to Rockwell, from June 6 to October 26, 2026. This sweeping […]

She Was There: Day One Screening & Conversation

The West End Museum Staniford Street 150, Boston, MA, United States

Inspired by the profound words of the spiritual “Were You There?” this two-day event brings together film, music, and dialogue to illuminate the often-overlooked stories of Black revolutionary women throughout […]

The Spirit of Brimfield – 250 Years of Freedom

Brimfield Town Common and Brimfield Winery Main Street 20, Brimfield, Massachusetts, United States

On Saturday, June 13, 2026, in conjunction with Brimfield Old Home Day, our community will gather, and all are welcome to celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary of our freedom and […]

“Different Ships, Same Boat” … Voices of the American Experiment

The Adams Theater, Adams, MA Park Street 27, Adams, MA, United States

Led by Massachusetts Poet Laureate Regie Gibson and composer Guy Mendilow, this interactive performance uses podcast-like narration and an evocative musical score to explore the multifaceted ways Americans risk, live, […]

$25 – $35

She Was There: Day Two Concert

Museum of African American History Joy Street 46, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Inspired by the profound words of the spiritual “Were You There?” this two-day event brings together film, music, and dialogue to illuminate the often-overlooked stories of Black revolutionary women throughout […]

Battle of Bunker Hill Special Anniversary Tour

Boston Common 139 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, United States

Join Hub Town Tours as we commemorate the 251st anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill! Your historian guide will explain the military conflict between Provincial forces and the British […]

$44.00

Boston Pops Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular

DCR Hatch Shell, Charles River Esplanade 47 David G Mugar Way, Boston, MA, United States

Celebrate July 4th with the Boston Pops and maestro Keith Lockhart and special guest stars. 2026 marks the 51st year of the Fireworks Spectacular and Lockhart’s 30th anniversary as Pops […]

Free

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