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SUMMARY:Newburyport’s Road to Revolution Part II: Newburyport Braces for Attack by Sea
DESCRIPTION:Boston is occupied\, Portsmouth blockaded. A wild rumor flies that Ipswich has been attacked by sea and her inhabitants killed. A British scouting party sneaks into Newburyport Harbor under the cover of night. In the face of constant threat\, Newburyport’s harbor became a safe haven for vessels of all kinds on the eve of Revolution\, thanks to an elaborate web of defenses including sunken piers\, floating batteries\, and artillery at Salisbury Point. \nJoin Graham McKay\, executive director of Lowell’s Boat Shop\, and Bethany Groff Dorau as we explore how Newburyport prevented attack by sea and became a refuge for rebels at sea. \nFunded\, in part\, by the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/newburyports-road-to-revolution-part-ii-newburyport-braces-for-attack-by-sea/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 166 High Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T200000
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat with Paul Revere at the  Wayside Inn
DESCRIPTION:Join Paul Revere (as portrayed by Michael Lepage) by fireside at the Wayside Inn for a spirited review of the notoriously inaccurate Longfellow poem that immortalized his Midnight Ride. \nHeavy hors d’oeuvres included with the price of a ticket. Drinks available for purchase at the bar. \nTickets $25.00 via Resi: https://resy.com/cities/sudbury-ma/venues/longfellows-wayside-inn/events/paul-revere-fireside-chat-2025-03-20?seats=2&date=2025-03-07 \nMembers of The Wayside Inn Foundation & the Paul Revere House should call the Inn to reserve tickets at the $20.00 member rate: 978-443-1776 x1.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/fireside-chat-with-paul-revere-at-the-wayside-inn/
LOCATION:The Wayside Inn\, Wayside Inn Road 72\, Sudbury\, Massachusetts\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Culinary,Reenactment
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SUMMARY:Rum Revolution Craft Cocktail Class at The Inn at Hastings Park
DESCRIPTION:The Inn at Hastings Park\, Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property located in historic Lexington\, MA is in the revolutionary spirit! To celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution\, rum will be the focus of this craft cocktail class. During the colonial era\, Boston was in the business of molasses distillation and rum became plentiful. It was the preferred alcoholic drink of American colonists and\, on average\, colonists consumed 3.7 gallons annually per head by the time of the American Revolution! Today\, rum is again a top contender in popularity. The Inn at Hastings Park’s mixology instructor\, Dipendra Karki\, leads this hour-and-a-half\, expertly guided craft cocktail class. Guests enjoy delicious bar snacks while learning the basics of building the perfect rum cocktails along with takeaway tools to practice the craft at home. What’s included: introduction to various bar tools\, learning measurements and pour counts\, building rum cocktails\, creating creative garnishes\, and introduction to infusions. Must be 21+ to participate. 6 – 7:30 p.m. – $125/person.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/rum-revolution-craft-cocktail-class-at-the-inn-at-hastings-park/
LOCATION:The Inn at Hastings Park\, The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro\, Lexington\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culinary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T200000
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SUMMARY:Affectionate Friends and Humble Servants: Martha Washington and Mercy Otis Warren in Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Set in the late 18th century\, this forum presents a fictional dialogue featuring Martha Washington (portrayed by Sandy Spector)\, the First Lady\, and Mercy Otis Warren (portrayed by Michele Gabrielson)\, a prominent playwright and activist. In a cozy parlor setting\, they discuss their friendship\, their respective roles during the revolutionary era\, and the challenges they encountered. Through a mix of dialogue and historical anecdotes\, their conversation highlights their personal reflections and the broader political context\, emphasizing the bond that contributed to their influence on the emerging nation.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/affectionate-friends-and-humble-servants-martha-washington-and-mercy-otis-warren-in-conversation/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Reenactment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T160000
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SUMMARY:Sudbury History: Before the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Wayland and Sudbury and the Dawn of the American Revolution \nPresentation by Jane Sciacca \nOn April 19\, 1775\, more than 300 men from Sudbury (modern Wayland and Sudbury) marched off to Concord to confront British troops on the first day of the American Revolution. What led to their brave deeds that day? What manner of town did they leave\, not knowing whether they would ever see it again? What about those left behind that day who could only wonder and wait? Meet the men and women as they transition from proud Englishmen to patriotic American citizens.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/sudbury-history-before-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Martha Mary Chapel\, Dutton Road 35\, Sudbury\, Massachusetts\, 01776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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SUMMARY:Naughty Newton at Night: Revolution After Hours
DESCRIPTION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds \nAttend the historic cocktail party of the year! Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres\, take guided tours of the exhibits\, and listen to museum educators and reenactors discussing more intriguing topics of the 18th-century. Alcohol production and consumption\, card games and gambling\, and historical undergarments galore! Learn 18th-century tavern games and enter a raffle sponsored by Hub Town Tours and Democracy Brewing. This adults-only event will be an exciting and memorable end to a day of historic exploration. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/naughty-newton-at-night-revolution-after-hours/
LOCATION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds\, 286 Waverley Avenue\, Newton\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Celebration,Event,Reenactment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T170000
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SUMMARY:Concord250 Event: “A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color”
DESCRIPTION:“A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color” is a two-hour live event dedicated to uncovering and honoring the often-overlooked contributions of Black and Indigenous patriots both during the American Revolution and the long struggle for continued expansion of freedom and liberty over the past 250 years. \nThis event will take place at the Umbrella Arts\, 40 Stow Street in Concord. \nIn 1775\, between 20 and 40 colonists of African and Indigenous descent fought alongside their fellow revolutionaries on the Battle Road during the opening conflict of the American Revolution. These individuals\, who had been excluded from formal militia service prior to the war\, became some of the earliest patriots to take up arms in the fight for liberty. By the end of the Revolutionary War\, approximately 5\,500 people of color had served in the Continental Army or militia\, risking their lives for the promise of freedom. \nDespite their significant role in the founding of the United States\, the stories of these patriots and their descendants have often been erased or overshadowed by historical bias\, and their sacrifices obscured by a narrative written by others. \nBy telling their stories and honoring their service\, we not only shed light on their essential contributions but also expand our understanding of the nation’s founding. Their bravery and resilience remind us that the struggle for freedom has always been fought by people from all backgrounds and walks of life. Today\, efforts at the national and state levels—particularly in Massachusetts—are working to correct this historical oversight and honor the full spectrum of those who fought and continue to fight for liberty and equality for all people. \nProgram Highlights: \nHistorical Narratives: Historical interpreters guide participants through the stories of people who fought for independence. Brister Freeman\, Cesar Robbins among others\nInspiring Performers: Through spoken word\, theatre\, music and song performers will share perspectives on the ongoing struggle for freedom\, liberty\, and equality\, both during the Revolution and in the centuries that followed.\nCommunity Reflection: The event will close with a community dialogue on the importance of recognizing the diverse voices and contributions that shaped the nation’s history\, past and present.\nJoin us for an event of learning\, reflection\, and recognition as we honor the courageous men and women who fought for freedom and whose stories are vital to understanding the full history of our nation. \nFunded by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism \nPartners: MA250 Concord250\, Minuteman National Historical Park\, The Robbins House\, The Town of Concord\, The Umbrella Arts Center.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord250-event-a-fight-for-freedom-honoring-patriots-of-color/
LOCATION:umbrella arts center\, Stow Street\, Concord\, Massachusetts\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Event,Indigenous History,Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T130000
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SUMMARY:Wood Type Use\, History\, and Identification Lecture and Workshop with James Grieshaber
DESCRIPTION:Title: Wood Type Use\, History\, and Identification lecture and workshop\, 1 pm\nEvent leader: James Grieshaber\nCost: Free with Museum admission\nDate: Saturday March 15\nStart time: 1 pm \nThis lecture will cover aspects of wood type history\, as seen through the lens of the historic Wood Type Pattern Library of Virgin Wood Type. James Grieshaber\, who wrote The Virgin Wood Type Bible\, is a\nnoted type historian and type designer who will also speak to some of the uses of wood type printing historic broadsides. He will be in residence at the Museum of Printing for a week prior to the lecture helping identify and organize the museum’s wood type collection\, and will be presenting on what he’s found there. \nVirgin Wood Type produces twentieth-century wood fonts using original patterns from historic wood type manufacturers\, as well as developing revivals of Victorian-era wood type classics. They also issue new designs from contemporary type designers\, produced in the traditional manner\, using a vintage pantograph router\, originally owned by American Wood Type Mfg. Co. \nThe Virgin Wood Type Bible enables the reader to gain insight into the history of\, and be able to identify\, over 500 historic wood type designs. To accomplish this\, Grieshaber has located and researched all of the known printed catalogs from the makers\, as well as considered physical clues on the over 300 fonts represented in the Virgin Wood Type Pattern Library. These include patterns from American\, Acme\, Allied\, Empire\, and some from Stephenson\, Blake who had a US distribution agreement with American Wood Type. Also included are new fonts manufactured by Virgin Wood Type\, designed by the Grieshaber and others\, which often draw on historical models. \nJames Grieshaber has been a designer for newspaper and advertising agencies\, and a type designer for P22 Type Foundry\, Typeco\, and others. James is a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology and has taught Typography at RIT. While working as a wood type designer and cutter for Virgin Wood Type\, Grieshaber cleaned\, cataloged\, and identified all the historic wood type patterns in their collection\, which led him to create this book. \nFunding by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) Massachusetts 250 Grant Program. Supporting the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with projects that highlight historic themes of revolution and independence\, celebrate significant “firsts” in Massachusetts history\, or take a creative or innovative approach to commemorating the state’s past 250 years.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/wood-type-use-history-and-identification-lecture-and-workshop-with-james-grieshaber/
LOCATION:Museum of Printing\, 15 Thornton Ave\, Haverhill\, MA\, 01832\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Newton
DESCRIPTION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds \nHistoric Newton celebrates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution! Join us in exploring what life was like in 18th-century New England. Reenactors will scatter the museum exhibits and grounds to create an immersive experience of revolutionary life. Guests can participate in hands-on period-specific activities and listen to reenactors debate politics\, describe daily life\, reminisce on military service\, and much more. A scavenger hunt will guide visitors through interactive spaces where they can ask questions and engage with the exhibits and the people who once occupied them. Enjoy live music and food while listening to “lightning talks” throughout the day where special guests will discuss special topics. View special 18th-century artifacts from the collection on display for the first time this decade. Shop new and exclusive merchandise and see what your local museum can do for you! This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/revolutionary-newton/
LOCATION:Durant-Kenrick House and Grounds\, 286 Waverley Avenue\, Newton\, 02458\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Event,Reenactment
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SUMMARY:Carlisle Colonial Faire
DESCRIPTION:The Carlisle Colonial Faire will be held at the First Religious Society’s Union Hall (27 School Street) on March 15th. The event will feature a minutemen muster re-enactment on the town common\, as well as colonial themed demonstrations and handmade colonial style crafts by local artisans. The Historical Society will also be displaying several unique local artifacts from the Revolutionary War. The faire is your opportunity to get information about the Patriots Day 250th Anniversary Parade and Celebration this April. The event is free – all are welcome! \nFull list of Demonstrations\, Exhibits\, and Vendors: \nRevolutionary Reenactment (5th Regiment of Foot and Middlesex 6th Regiment)\nRevolutionary War reenactors will be demonstrating drilling and firing on the Town Common outside the church where the Carlisle Minutemen gathered before marching to the Old North Bridge on the morning of April 19th 1775. They will also be performing period fife and drum music. \nHistorical Exhibit (The Carlisle Historical Society)\nThe Society will be on hand with a very special display. You will view a curated collection of local\, authentic\, Revolutionary War artifacts\, some never seen before outside of the small local museum. Meet our CHS Board members and listen to the history surrounding these amazing items. \nRick Hamelin (Master potter\, “Pottery and Patriots”)\nRick will demonstrate live red ware pottery making on his wheel\, as he discusses the history of pottery in this region and tells stories related to the colonial period\, using an interactive format. \nSuzanne Korn (Folk art painter)\nSuzanne will discuss the itinerant artist Rufus Porter whose style of Folk Art / primitive paintings and murals can be found in early inns and taverns up and down the East Coast. A slide show will demonstrate his style and how it influences her commissioned work. Suzanne’s recently completed “Smalls”\, will be available for purchase. \nNancy Kronenberg (Master weaver)\nNancy will demonstrate the art of loom weaving. She will showcase a contemporary linen work that matches an exact hand-woven pattern used in the making of a colonial linen textile\, currently in the Carlisle Historical Society’s collection. In addition\, Nancy and her assistants will be offering a special children’s weaving project which they can complete on individual looms (for second graders and older). \nLexArt Weavers (A collaborative group of local weavers)\nThey will offer a variety of smaller hand woven products to purchase. \nDebbie Bentley (Local fabric artisan and watercolorist)\nDebbie will display her many talents as she showcases her table with hand knitted goods\, as well as water-colored paintings of Carlisle’s historic buildings and properties. Learn to knit a Revolutionary “Red Cap” with Debbie and become familiar with the history surrounding it. Stop by her booth for other surprises! \nBetsy Fell (Local Basketmaker)\nBetsy will present a live demonstration of her basket weaving skills while showcasing her lovely baskets — also available for purchase. \nKaty Scholten (Jewelry maker)\nKaty will present an informative slide show which will showcase jewelry that was popular during the Colonial Period. In\naddition\, she will display and sell her custom beaded pieces. \nJonathan Dekock (Local beekeeper/honey producer)\nJonathan will have his local honey available to purchase. He will provide attendees with informative connections on\nhow this sweetener was used during the Colonial Period. \nNate McKinley (Hard cider maker & proprietor at Pony Shack Cider Inc.\, Boxborough\, Mass. )\nHard cider was the drink of choice during Colonial times. Come and join us for a glass! \nMichael O’Connell (Author)\nMichael will have his two recently published books\, one for children\, one for adults\, available for signing and purchase. Michael’s books take the reader on a real treasure hunt — one local\, and the other more distant\, as they visit significant historical landmarks along the way. The books are packed with Patriot’s and Revolutionary War history and you will discover landmarks you never knew existed! \nCarlisle 250 Information (Carlisle 250 Committee)\nMembers of the Carlisle 250 Committee will be on hand to offer attendees information about the upcoming Carlisle Patriots Day Parade to the Old North Bridge and other 250th events planned by the town. You can also learn about some of Carlisle’s colonial historic sites that can be explored after the event. \n\nThis program is supported by the Carlisle Historical Society\, in part with grants from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism and the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/carlisle-colonial-faire/
LOCATION:First Religious Society\, School Street 27\, Carlisle\, Massachusetts\, 01741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Reenactment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T190000
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SUMMARY:Premiere of new Film: "From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and the Story of America the Beautiful"
DESCRIPTION:The producers of From Sea to Shining Sea: Katharine Lee Bates and The Story of America the Beautiful are pleased to announce a Premiere screening of the film on March 13\, 2025 at 7:00pm at the Falmouth Public Library. Writer and Director\, John de Graaf\, Bates’s biographer Melinda Ponder\, and local author Leonard Miele will be in attendance for a Q & A and discussion after the screening. This event honors the life of a Falmouth native and is free to the public.\nFrom Sea to Shining Sea explores the remarkable life of Katharine Lee Bates\, poet\, professor\, and social reformer\, beginning with her childhood in Falmouth. An unsung hero best known for authoring America the Beautiful\, Bates was deeply committed to the beauty and principles of our country. This film is especially appropriate as statewide Massachusetts 250 commemorations lead up to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026\, offering hope for the healing of a polarized America. Various state and federal commemorations are already underway for America250. \nAmerica The Beautiful may be America’s most beloved song. The words are found in nearly every hymn book in the country. It celebrates our natural beauty and makes a powerful appeal for justice\, brotherhood and inclusion. It has been sung at inaugurations\, demonstrations\, and sporting events\, in operatic\, folk\, country and other styles. Yet few know about the fascinating life of Katharine Lee Bates\, the Falmouth-born Wellesley college professor who wrote the lyrics to the song. Her story should not be forgotten\, nor its context. Her contribution to our national culture merited her induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970; and a February 2025 New England Music Hall of Fame class which also included Queen’s Freddie Mercury\, The Monkees and other music industry influential. \nThe first words of the song came to Bates as she surveyed the Great Plains and the Rocky Mountains from the broad summit of Colorado’s Pike’s Peak on July 22\, 1893. Her verses acknowledge that the United States has often not lived up to its promises and ideals\, yet it honors the unbroken chain of Americans who strived to make it all it can be – from sea to shining sea. \nThe 37 minute film includes hundreds of still photos\, archival film clips\, beautiful watercolors and stunning contemporary footage from Falmouth and other locations\, bringing to life the historical events that shaped Bates’ thinking\, including the Civil War\, women’s suffrage\, the Gilded Age\, the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair\, immigration to America\, the Spanish American War\, the Lawrence textile workers’ strike of 1912\, and the First World War. The song America the Beautiful is presented in the film by Blane Howard\, an independent country recording artist\, and includes excerpts from many other renowned artists.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/premiere-of-new-film-from-sea-to-shining-sea-katharine-lee-bates-and-the-story-of-america-the-beautiful/
LOCATION:Falmouth Public Library\, Main Street 300\, Falmouth\, Massachusetts\, 02540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Speakers,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Falmouth Public Library":MAILTO:Karen@KarenOlcott.com
GEO:41.5528659;-70.6140459
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Falmouth Public Library Main Street 300 Falmouth Massachusetts 02540 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Main Street 300:geo:-70.6140459,41.5528659
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250113T182619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T182619Z
UID:10000334-1741892400-1741897800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Westford REV 250: A Revolution of Her Own! Deborah Sampson\, the first woman to fight the American Military
DESCRIPTION:Deborah Sampson\, the first woman to enlist\, fight\, and be honorably discharged from the American Military\, captivates audiences in an hour-long program chronicling her life. An indentured servant by age five\, Deborah grew up in a man’s world\, where women were naught but second-class citizens. Without the ability to vote or to own property\, Deborah knew her options were limited; breaking the rules may be necessary to accomplish a greater goal in life. As a self-educated masterless woman\, she felt a higher calling\, and in the final years of the American Revolution\, Deborah bound her chest. tied back her hair and enlisted in the 4th Massachusetts Regiment of the Continental Army\, as “Robert Shurtlieff.” The American Heroine takes you back in time! \nHistory At Play (HAP) was founded in 2010 by Artistic Director Judith “Jude” Kalaora to chronicle the lives of influential and often forgotten women. Offering solo and ensemble immersive living history productions\, HAP is woman-owned and operated and committed to employing artists from the region. Kalaora is a professional educator\, writer\, and living historian. She graduated from Syracuse University and attended the Globe Education Program of Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre of London\, England. \nSuggested Donation: $10 per person \nYour contribution supports preserving and maintaining artifacts in the Westford Museum collection. Thank you for your support of the Westford Museum.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/westford-rev-250-a-revolution-of-her-own-deborah-sampson-the-first-woman-to-fight-the-american-military/
LOCATION:Westford Museum\, 2 Boston Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Westford Historical Soceity":MAILTO:director@museum.westford.org
GEO:42.5803939;-71.4377731
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Westford Museum 2 Boston Road Westford MA 01886 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 Boston Road:geo:-71.4377731,42.5803939
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250314T184015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T222415Z
UID:10001098-1741878000-1741903200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Acton 250 Committee’s Isaac Davis Brown Ale 2nd Big Release Party
DESCRIPTION:Have you tried the Acton 250 Committee’s Isaac Davis Brown Ale? If not\, or if you have and just want more\, join us March 13 at Dirigible\nBrewing Company as they reintroduce our commemorative ale in time for the 250th celebration of the American Revolution. This ale is\nrepresentative of one beer style available to the colonial patriots. Dirigible Brewing will have this on draft\, in cans\, and on cask. \nTwisted Pickle Food Truck will be on-site serving meals and sandwiches with the best local ingredients and a lot of attention to every detail. Come try our fine smoked and cured meat and veggie entrees and\, of course\, our unique spin on all things pickled. \nThe Acton Minutemen will be on hand to demonstrate\, and are looking to fire off a cannon for this special occasion at 6 p.m.!
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/acton-250-committees-isaac-davis-brown-ale-2nd-big-release-party/
LOCATION:Dirigible Brewing Company\, 24 Porter Road\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Culinary,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Acton 250 Committee":MAILTO:acton250@acton-ma.gov
GEO:42.5281646;-71.5144356
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dirigible Brewing Company 24 Porter Road Littleton MA 01460 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=24 Porter Road:geo:-71.5144356,42.5281646
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250227T192927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T192927Z
UID:10001047-1741784400-1741788000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Religion and Black Abolitionism in the Era of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In January 1773\, Massachusetts slaves submitted the first of four petitions that decade to the legislature of the colony requesting their release from bondage. Around the same time writers such as Phillis Wheatley and Caesar Sarter began to attack both slavery and the slave trade in print. \nMany scholars have discussed these individual writers and the petitioning campaign of Boston’s blacks as an example of the ways in which subordinate groups used the rhetoric of Revolution to advance their own claims. In this talk\, Dr. Christopher Cameron\, Professor of History\, locates the origins of their political thought even further back in puritan religious ideology. \nJoin us for this talk to learn more about the advent of black petitioning and other forms of antislavery writing in the colony\, which represented the beginning of the organized abolitionist movement in America. \nThis event is free and open to all\, but registration is required via this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6117391807240/WN_hjLHntc4RTmPMrQZv3hv5Q. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with information about attending the webinar. \nEmail any questions to programs@14beacon.org. \nThis event is part of our Religion of Revolution lecture series\, sponsored by New England’s Hidden Histories. \nThe Congregational Library & Archives newest digital exhibition\, “Religion of Revolution: Congregational Voices on Liberty\,” is free to visit anytime at https://congregationallibrary.quartexcollections.com/online-exhibits/revolution. \nSPEAKER BIO \nDr. Christopher Cameron is Professor of History at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He was the founding president of the African American Intellectual History Society and currently serves as the founding secretary of the Black Humanist Studies Association. Cameron received his BA in History from Keene State College and his MA and PhD in American History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Cameron is the author of “To Plead Our Own Cause: African Americans in Massachusetts and The Making of the Antislavery Movement” and “Black Freethinkers: A History of African American Secularism.”
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/religion-and-black-abolitionism-in-the-era-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Black History,Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Congregational Library &amp%3B Archives":MAILTO:programs@14beacon.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20241223T221153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T221215Z
UID:10000297-1741532400-1741539600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Concord250 Event: Concord Chamber Music Society Presents: Wendy Putnam\, violin & Vytas Baksys\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Concord Chamber Music Society Presents:\nWendy Putnam\, violin & Vytas Baksys\, piano\nMarch 9\, 2025\, 3pm\, at Lexington’s Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library\nTickets available to purchase beginning August 5\, 2024: concordchambermusic.org/putnam-baksys\nDescription: An intriguing program of works by American composers that includes a tribute to the American Revolution with Vieuxtemps’ Souvenir d’Amerique – virtuosic variations on “Yankee Doodle. \nMaxwell Auditorium\, Lexington
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord250-event-concord-chamber-music-society-presents-wendy-putnam-violin-vytas-baksys-piano/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library\, 33 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord250":MAILTO:pollyconcord250@gmail.com
GEO:42.4367685;-71.2141633
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library 33 Marrett Road Lexington MA 02421 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=33 Marrett Road:geo:-71.2141633,42.4367685
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250122T211037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T193551Z
UID:10000385-1741525200-1741532400@massachusetts250.org
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-2025/2025-03-09/
LOCATION:Golden Ball Tavern Museum\, Boston Post Road 662\, Weston\, Massachusetts\, 02493\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Golden Ball Tavern Museum":MAILTO:gbtmuseum@gmail.com
GEO:42.365745;-71.309473
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Golden Ball Tavern Museum Boston Post Road 662 Weston Massachusetts 02493 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Boston Post Road 662:geo:-71.309473,42.365745
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250227T181738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T181738Z
UID:10001049-1741424400-1741435200@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:For the Defense and Safety of the Province: Essex County Prepares for War
DESCRIPTION:In October 1774\, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress ordered the towns across the colony to prepare for war with England. In response\, Essex County entered a wartime phase that included creating minute-man companies\, stockpiling arms\, ammunition\, and equipment\, and establishing a defense network ready to mobilize if the redcoats marched from Boston into the countryside. \nJoin Alexander Cain as he discusses the county’s response to the British threat of war on the eve of Lexington and Concord. \nAfter the lecture\, attendees can stay to witness live demonstrations of the types of drills used by local militias in 1775. Reenactors from the Danvers Alarm List Company will demonstrate the Pickering Manual of Arms\, while the Lexington Minutemen will demonstrate the 1764 Crown Manual. These demonstrations will offer a hands-on look at how militias trained and prepared for battle in the years leading up to the Revolution. \nGuests are welcome to arrive at 9:00 am for some coffee and light refreshments\, the lecture will begin at 9:30am with the drilling demonstrations to follow right after. \nThe Lecture portion will be limited to 75 participants\, but all are welcome to attend the drill demonstrations. Please be aware that the reenactors will be firing muskets during these demonstrations\, which will result in loud booms and smoke.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/for-the-defense-and-safety-of-the-province-essex-county-prepares-for-war/
LOCATION:Meredith Farm\, 41 Cross Street\, Topsfield\, 01983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event,Outdoors,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Essex Heritage":MAILTO:info@essexheritage.org
GEO:42.6262479;-70.960511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Meredith Farm 41 Cross Street Topsfield 01983 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=41 Cross Street:geo:-70.960511,42.6262479
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250218T215733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T215733Z
UID:10000995-1741287600-1741293000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:"A Sculptor Speaks for Her Statues" with Meredith Bergmann
DESCRIPTION:Nationally renowned sculptor Meredith Bergmann\, an Acton resident\, has created inspiring monuments to great Americans: FDR\, Sojourner Truth\, Susan B. Anthony\, Abigail Adams\, and many more. Her artistic process includes learning about each figure as she creates each bronze statue. Phillis Wheatley (c. 1753 – December 5\, 1784)\, whose bronze statue appears in the Boston Women’s Memorial in Boston\, is one such monument. She is considered the first African American author of a published book of poetry. Come learn about Phillis and Meredith’s other subjects. You can see more photos of Meredith’s work at https://meredithbergmann.com/. \nRemote Participation: You can watch live at Acton TV http://tinyurl.com/Acton-TV. Recordings will be available at Acton TV https://actontv.org/ and on our website https://www.actonma.gov/250 where you’ll find all programming information and a link to our commemorative store. \nSponsored by the Acton Lions Club
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/a-sculptor-speaks-for-her-statues-with-meredith-bergmann/
LOCATION:Acton Town Hall\, Main Street 472\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Acton 250 Committee":MAILTO:acton250@acton-ma.gov
GEO:42.4861378;-71.4335711
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Acton Town Hall Main Street 472 Acton MA 01720 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Main Street 472:geo:-71.4335711,42.4861378
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250122T212541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T212541Z
UID:10000908-1741197600-1741208400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Spirits of Revolution: Farm to Vine Dinner featuring Boston’s Bully Boy Distillers
DESCRIPTION:The Inn at Hastings Park\, Boston area’s only Relais & Chateaux property located in historic Lexington\, MA is in the revolutionary spirit! To celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution\, this special dinner delves into the storied past of distilled spirits and the intersection of Boston’s history\, craftsmanship and celebration! Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi crafts a delicious four-course Colonial-themed feast dinner and Boston’s Bully Boy Distillers will provide an overview of the who’s who of the Revolutionary War and the distillers who made their mark on the young Republic through each course paired with a proprietary rum\, gin\, whiskey\, or craft-cocktail. Begins at 6 pm in a communal dining setting at the Inn at Hastings Park’s Town Meeting Bistro. This dinner is for adults only\, 21+ / $150/person\, plus tax & gratuity.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/spirits-of-revolution-farm-to-vine-dinner-featuring-bostons-bully-boy-distillers/
LOCATION:The Inn at Hastings Park\, The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro\, Lexington\, 02421\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Inn at Hastings Park":MAILTO:dining@innathastingspark.com
GEO:42.4495505;-71.2364674
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Inn at Hastings Park The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro Lexington 02421 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro:geo:-71.2364674,42.4495505
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250221T142525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T142537Z
UID:10001004-1741197600-1741203000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Spirits of Revolution Farm to Vine Dinner featuring Boston’s Bully Boy Distillers
DESCRIPTION:The Inn at Hastings Park\, Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property located in historic Lexington\, MA is in the revolutionary spirit! To celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution\, this special dinner delves into the storied past of distilled spirits and the intersection of Boston’s history\, craftsmanship and celebration! Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi crafts a delicious four-course Colonial-themed feast and Boston’s Bully Boy Distillers will provide an overview of the who’s who of the Revolutionary War and the distillers who made their mark on the young Republic through each course paired with a proprietary rum\, gin\, whiskey\, or craft-cocktail. Begins at 6 pm in a communal dining setting at Town Meeting Bistro. This dinner is for adults only\, 21+ / $150/person\, plus tax & gratuity.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/spirits-of-revolution-farm-to-vine-dinner-featuring-bostons-bully-boy-distillers-2/
LOCATION:The Inn at Hastings Park\, The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro\, Lexington\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culinary
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Inn at Hastings Park":MAILTO:dining@innathastingspark.com
GEO:42.4495505;-71.2364674
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Inn at Hastings Park The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro Lexington 02421 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Inn at Hastings Park | Town Meeting Bistro:geo:-71.2364674,42.4495505
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20241223T220831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T181355Z
UID:10000296-1741114800-1741122000@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Concord-Carlisle High School & Lexington High School Bands Present 250th Celebration Concert
DESCRIPTION:Concord-Carlisle High School & Lexington High School Bands present\n250th Celebration Concert; working title: Sound Revolutions\nIncluding world premieres of new works commissioned to commemorate this historic occasion \nCCHS Auditorium\, March 4th\, 7pm\nDetails coming soon
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord-carlisle-high-school-lexington-high-school-bands-present-250th-celebration-concert/
LOCATION:Concord-Carlisle High School\, Walden Street 500\, Concord\, Mass\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Concord250":MAILTO:pollyconcord250@gmail.com
GEO:42.4484028;-71.3486578
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord-Carlisle High School Walden Street 500 Concord Mass 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Walden Street 500:geo:-71.3486578,42.4484028
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250304T221131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T221131Z
UID:10001059-1741075200-1741107600@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Concord250 Lantern Lighting Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ceremonial lighting of the Concord250 Lantern\, a 10-foot-tall commemorative lantern inspired by the historic signal light of April 19\, 1775 housed today in the Concord Museum. The community lighting will take place on the grounds of the Museum where together we will light the way toward liberty and justice for all. \nThe Concord 250 Lantern is presented by Art for All in partnership with the Concord Museum. \nFree and Open to the Public. No advanced registration needed.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord250-lantern-lighting-ceremony/
LOCATION:Concord Museum\, 53 Cambridge Turnpike\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Event
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GEO:42.457529;-71.3417985
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Concord Museum 53 Cambridge Turnpike Concord MA 01742 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=53 Cambridge Turnpike:geo:-71.3417985,42.457529
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250310T173529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T174055Z
UID:10001089-1740823200-1740844800@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Timeline to Independence - Marlborough\, MA Rotating Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Marlborough Revolution 250 Committee is hosting a three-part exhibit showcasing our nation’s beginnings through the display of rare artifacts from private collections. \nExhibit 1: Religion & Culture (1624 – 1651) & Early Seeds of Discontent (1651 – 1750)\nJanuary 30\, 2025: 10 AM – 7 PM\nJanuary 31\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM\nFebruary 1\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM \nExhibit 2: Taxes Imposed & Withdrawn (1751 – 1770) & Building Resentment (1768 – 1774)\nFebruary 27\, 2025: 10 AM – 7 PM\nFebruary 28\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM\nMarch 1\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM \nExhibit 3: Tensions Escalate (1774 – 1775) & American Revolution (1775 – 1783)\nMarch 27\, 2025: 10 AM – 7 PM\nMarch 28\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM\nMarch 29\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/timeline-to-independence-marlborough-ma-rotating-exhibit-2/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Marlborough Public Library\, 35 W Main St.\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marlborough Revolution 250 Committee":MAILTO:ljaworek@marlboroughedc.com
GEO:42.3460454;-71.5545448
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marlborough Public Library 35 W Main St. Marlborough MA 01752 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35 W Main St.:geo:-71.5545448,42.3460454
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250310T173529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T174055Z
UID:10001088-1740736800-1740758400@massachusetts250.org
SUMMARY:Timeline to Independence - Marlborough\, MA Rotating Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Marlborough Revolution 250 Committee is hosting a three-part exhibit showcasing our nation’s beginnings through the display of rare artifacts from private collections. \nExhibit 1: Religion & Culture (1624 – 1651) & Early Seeds of Discontent (1651 – 1750)\nJanuary 30\, 2025: 10 AM – 7 PM\nJanuary 31\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM\nFebruary 1\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM \nExhibit 2: Taxes Imposed & Withdrawn (1751 – 1770) & Building Resentment (1768 – 1774)\nFebruary 27\, 2025: 10 AM – 7 PM\nFebruary 28\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM\nMarch 1\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM \nExhibit 3: Tensions Escalate (1774 – 1775) & American Revolution (1775 – 1783)\nMarch 27\, 2025: 10 AM – 7 PM\nMarch 28\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM\nMarch 29\, 2025: 10 AM – 4 PM
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/timeline-to-independence-marlborough-ma-rotating-exhibit-2/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Marlborough Public Library\, 35 W Main St.\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Concord250 Exhibit: Ways of My Ancestors – Imagery: Lighting the Path to Awareness
DESCRIPTION:“Ways of My Ancestors – Imagery: Lighting the Path to Awareness” features photographic work by Scott Strong Hawk Foster that celebrates the rich\, diverse\, and resilient cultures of the Native Peoples of the Northeastern Woodlands of North America. \nFEBRUARY 28- MARCH 23 \nFoster is a Native American photographer and an enrolled member of Hassanamisco Nipmuc Band with proud Mohegan and Cherokee lineage. His work has been exhibited at the Danforth Museum\, Worcester Art Museum\, Boston City Hall\, and other venues. \nOn view through March 23 in The Umbrella’s Wedge Gallery\, this exhibition reflects Foster’s travels within his home state of Massachusetts and throughout the ancestral homelands of the Native American Peoples of New England. While attending powwows\, cultural events\, workshops\, and Indigenous practices that span millennia\, his passion has become highlighting cultures and history of the Indigenous peoples that are still here and living amongst us. \nBoth the opening reception March 5\, 6PM and Artist Talk\, March 9\, 1-2PM are free and open to the public. \nThe exhibition runs concurrently with The Umbrella Stage Company’s Where We Belong by Mohegan playwright Madeline Sayet in The Umbrella’s Black Box theater. Both are presented as part of The Umbrella’s programs recognizing the American semiquincentennial. \nThe Umbrella is ADA accessible\, a proud partner in the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s EBT Card-to-Culture program\, and provides free parking and free admission to its visual arts galleries. \nSee https://TheUmbrellaArts.org/Foster
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord250-exhibit-ways-of-my-ancestors-imagery-lighting-the-path-to-awareness/
LOCATION:umbrella arts center\, Stow Street\, Concord\, Massachusetts\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Indigenous History
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250324
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SUMMARY:Concord250 Event: Where We Belong\, New England Premiere!
DESCRIPTION:For MA250 The Umbrella has programmed two events – a stage company production and an exhibit – to celebrate and amplify voices that have not historically been a part of the revolution story…which is in line with the celebration goals of the 250 plans. \nAn indigenous theatre-maker journeys across geographic borders\, personal history\, and Cultural legacies in search of a place to belong. \nIn 2015\, Mohegan theatre-maker Madeline Sayet traveled to England to pursue a PhD in Shakespeare\, echoing the path her ancestors took in the 1700’s and leading to a remarkable journey of self-discovery. This ground-breaking\, one-woman event weaves together humor\, searing insight\, and the timeless power of story-telling\, to explore the importance of honoring our roots and the universal quest for belonging/where we belong. \nFollowing its acclaimed tour\, developed in partnership with Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in association with The Folger Shakespeare Library\, with performances at Seattle Rep\, Chicago’s Goodman Theatre\, New York’s Public Theater\, and more\, The Umbrella is proud to present the play’s New England Premiere in a new production. \nUmbrella Arts\, Black Box Theater \nBy Madeline Sayet\, Directed by Tara Moses \nRuns February 28- March 23\, 2025
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/concord250-event-where-we-belong-new-england-premiere/
LOCATION:umbrella arts center\, Stow Street\, Concord\, Massachusetts\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drama,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T203000
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CREATED:20250113T182332Z
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SUMMARY:Westford REV 250: “In the Spirit of Friendship: John Adams and Mercy Otis Warren”
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and converse with two of the Revolution’s most influential writers: John Adams and Mercy Otis Warren! Through a combination of first-person narratives and actual primary source documents\, Mercy and John will share how their friendship developed\, grew\, fractured\, and ultimately healed through their correspondence. \nIn 1805\, Warren published the first history of the American Revolution in the United States. She crafted this work by researching original documents and manuscripts\, interviewing key participants\, and drawing from her experiences during that tumultuous time. \nHowever\, this endeavor led to a significant rift between Warren and Adams. Adams was unhappy with how he was portrayed in her account and bombarded her with a series of angry letters\, ultimately disowning her as a friend. Warren accused Adams of forgetting “the principles of the American Revolution.” After several years and a heated exchange of letters\, they reconciled in 1812. \nJoin us for a lively debate between Mercy Otis Warren (portrayed by Michele Gabrielson) and John Adams (played by Michael LePage) regarding Warren’s account of the American Revolution\, published in her landmark three-volume history. \nMichele Gabrielson\, M.Ed.\, The Revolutionary Classroom. Michele is a professional historian and public-school educator with 17 years of experience teaching early American History. As a living historian and reenactor of the American Revolution\, she offers any presentation in historically accurate\, hand-sewn\, and documented 18th-century clothing. \nMichael Lepage has been bringing characters from American history to life since 1992. Aside from Paul Revere\, LePage appears as – among other historical characters – John Adams\, Samuel Adams\, Dr. Joseph Warren\, and General Thomas Gage. Well-known for his appearances at the Paul Revere House\, Adams National Historical Park\, and the Minuteman National Park \nHosted by the Westford Museum and Historical Society and League of Women Voters of Westford \n“In the Spirit of Friendship: John Adams and Mercy Otis Warren” is sponsored by Edward M. Connolly Insurance Agency\, 7 Lincoln Street\, on the historic Westford Common.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/westford-rev-250-in-the-spirit-of-friendship-john-adams-and-mercy-otis-warren/
LOCATION:Westford Museum\, 2 Boston Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Westford Historical Soceity":MAILTO:director@museum.westford.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114454
CREATED:20250210T155414Z
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SUMMARY:When Redcoats Marched in Marblehead: Leslie's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Historian J.L. Bell will tell the thrilling story of Leslie’s Retreat\, the first armed resistance to the British crown\, and its connections to Marblehead. \nOn Sunday\, February 26\, 1775\, about 250 British soldiers marched through Marblehead\, sent by the royal governor to search for weapons. When that column of redcoats stalled at a\ndrawbridge in Salem\, their commander ordered locals to let them pass. Militia companies assembled to stop them. \nThis talk digs below myths of Leslie’s Retreat to highlight eyewitness accounts of a day the Revolutionary War might have begun\, but didn’t. \nJ. L. Bell is the author of The Road to Concord: How Four Stolen Cannon Ignited the Revolutionary War. Bell’s website\, Boston 1775\, offers daily updates of “history\, analysis\, and unabashed gossip about the start of the American Revolution.”
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/when-redcoats-marched-in-marblehead-leslies-retreat/
LOCATION:Marblehead Museum\, 170 Washington Street\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Commemoration,Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marblehead 250 Committee":MAILTO:laurenmccormack@marbleheadmuseum.org
GEO:42.5031748;-70.8514007
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T193000
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Harbor Lectures: Boston Harbor and the Battle of Bunker Hill
DESCRIPTION:This program is presented by the National Park Service and Boston Harbor Now as a part of our three-part Revolutionary Harbor lecture series. This lecture is the first of the series. \nIn the aftermath of the Battles of Lexington and Concord\, Bunker Hill’s strategic location along on a small peninsula of land at the convergence of the Charles River\, the Mystic River\, and Boston Harbor\, and its proximity to Boston\, drew the attention of the British forces who occupied Boston. \nAs we approach the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill\, we invite you to join National Park Service ranger Savannah Rose as she explores how Boston Harbor helped to shape the Battle of Bunker Hill. \n  \nEvent Website: https://www.bostonharborislands.org/calendar/
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/revolutionary-harbor-lectures-boston-harbor-and-the-battle-of-bunker-hill/
LOCATION:Atlantic Wharf (Fort Point Room)\, 290 Congress Street\, Boston\, 02210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T190000
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SUMMARY:American Revolution 1764 to 1774: Building Resentment
DESCRIPTION:The American Revolution began in New England. 250 years ago\, the people who settled in what is now Massachusetts resisted attempts to deny them their rights as British citizens. What happened as a result of this struggle changed the world. \nAs part of Marlborough Revolution 250\, come learn about the events that led to the American Revolution though books and documents collected by Marlborough residents. \nIn February you’ll learn about the taxes that were imposed\, Townshend Acts\, and building resentment within the colonies. There will be original books and documents on display that you might otherwise never be able to view. This 3-part series\, presented in partnership with the Marlborough Historical Society and the Marlborough Historical Commission\, will breakdown the history of our country from 1623-1775.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/american-revolution-1764-to-1774-building-resentment/
LOCATION:Marlborough Public Library\, 35 W Main St.\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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