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LIVE: July 4th Reading of the Declaration of Independence

12 Church Street, West Boylston, MA 01505 Church Street 12, West Boylston, MA, United States

The public is invited to join the Freemasons of West Boylston, MA as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, America’s 250th birthday and the beginning of our nation’s Semiquincentennial celebrations. Bring your family to this outdoor event before your other celebrations (Rain or Shine) to hear a […]

Free

Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence (Danvers)

Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, Rotary Pavilion Sylvan Street 15, Middleton, MA, United States

All are welcome to read a part in this year's Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence, the document that led to the formation of these United States. Please arrive at the Rotary Pavilion at the Peabody Institute Library of Danvers by 10:30 if you wish to participate. Reading begins at 11:00 a.m. Sponsored by […]

Free
Event Series Freedom Trail Foundation Rainbow Revolutionaries Tour

Freedom Trail Foundation Rainbow Revolutionaries Tour

Robert Gould Shaw & 54th Regiment Monument] Tremont Street 139, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Boston’s newest official Freedom Trail Tour! The Foundation’s Rainbow Revolutionaries Tours illuminate the lives, loves, and fights for liberty of Boston’s LGBTQ+ community, and explore how queer individuals have been making history for centuries. Uncover the history of Boston Marriages, political milestones for LGBTQ+ rights, and the storied romances of some of Boston’s most famous […]

Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Peace field Grounds)

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Lend your voice to these live public readings of the Declaration of Independence 250 years after it was adopted. The 11 a.m. reading will be under the tent on the Peace field grounds. The 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. readings will be held at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill, the Adamses’ home during the […]

Free
Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28

United States Semiquincentennial Observance & Celebration

Thomas Smith House North West Street 251, Agawam, Massachusetts, United States

Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime event as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. • Community picnic - BYOB (Bring Your Own Basket) • Reading of the Declaration of Independence • Archeological dig at the Thomas Smith House • Dedication of time capsule • Bell ringing at 2 pm - BYOB (Bring […]

Free
Event Series Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Indian House Memorial Old Main Street 107, Deerfield, MA, United States

We are proud to introduce our most ambitious exhibit ever, titled “Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State,” made possible by a grant from Massachusetts 250 and the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT). Through rare artifacts, photographs, and documents, this exhibit will tell the story of Massachusetts brewers from the Pilgrims to […]

$5

Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Amherst Town Hall 4 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA, United States

The Amherst Historical Society will be presenting a communal reading of the Declaration of Independence at noon on Saturday, July 4th from the steps of the Amherst Town Hall. The event will be marked by the ringing of church bells throughout the town at noon, followed by a summoning of the community to Town Hall […]

Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49
Event Series City of Quincy Maritime Festival

City of Quincy Maritime Festival

marina bay 333 Victory Rd, Quincy, United States

Mayor Tom Koch & the City of Quincy proudly invite residents and visitors alike to celebrate Quincy’s rich maritime heritage in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Held along the Marina Bay Boardwalk, the Quincy Maritime Festival returns as a free, family-friendly Independence Day weekend celebration showcasing the City’s deep connection to the sea, shipbuilding, and […]

Event Series Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Adams Farm at Penn's Hill 141 Franklin St, Quincy, MA, United States

Lend your voice to these live public readings of the Declaration of Independence 250 years after it was adopted. The 11 a.m. reading will be under the tent on the Peace field grounds. The 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. readings will be held at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill, the Adamses’ home during the […]

Free
Event Series Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Independence 250: Readings of the Declaration of Independence (Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill)

Adams Farm at Penn's Hill 141 Franklin St, Quincy, MA, United States

Lend your voice to these live public readings of the Declaration of Independence 250 years after it was adopted. The 11 a.m. reading will be under the tent on the Peace field grounds. The 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. readings will be held at the Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill, the Adamses’ home during the […]

Free
Event Series Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, United States

Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the "Big Dig"—and concludes at Fan Pier in […]

$35.00

Declaring Independence Then & Now

Lexington Depot 13 Depot Square, Lexington, United States

This dramatic presentation, created by Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area, aims to find out how our local towns read and reacted to the Declaration of Independence. Across the colonies, and particularly in Massachusetts, towns debated what freedom meant to them, and grappled with the grievances aired in the official Declaration. What did the words in […]

Free

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 conductor. This event is free and open to the public.

Free

4th of July Firework Viewing at Battleship Cove

Battleship Cove Water Street 5, Fall River, Massachusetts, United States

See the City of Fall River, MA fireworks display in honor of the 4th of July from the deck of the USS Massachusetts (BB-59). Tickets are $15.00 per child ages 4-12 and $18.00 per adult ages 13+ (price does not include Fare Harbor processing fees). Gates open at 7:00 PM. All guests will need to […]

Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free
Event Series Patriotic Hymn Sing!

Patriotic Hymn Sing!

Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center Southern Eagle Cartway 95, Brewster, Massachusetts, United States

July 5 at 3:30 pm Performing Arts Center, Brewster, MA As we honor America's 250th Birthday, let's celebrate together in song—America the Beautiful, God of Our Fathers, Simple Gifts, and other favorites! Free for all and refreshments provided. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org Free admission for all.

FREE admission for all!
Event Series Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Congress Street 306, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Did you know the Declaration of Independence was read aloud in Boston for the first time by a Boston Tea Party Participant? Join interpreters of the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum for a daily reading of the sacred founding document. Wednesday, July, 1st through Sunday, July, 5th at 9:05am.

Free
Event Series City of Quincy Maritime Festival

City of Quincy Maritime Festival

marina bay 333 Victory Rd, Quincy, United States

Mayor Tom Koch & the City of Quincy proudly invite residents and visitors alike to celebrate Quincy’s rich maritime heritage in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Held along the Marina Bay Boardwalk, the Quincy Maritime Festival returns as a free, family-friendly Independence Day weekend celebration showcasing the City’s deep connection to the sea, shipbuilding, and […]

Event Series Independence 250: Stories of the American Revolution

Independence 250: Stories of the American Revolution

Adams National Historical Park: Old House at Peace field 135 Adams St, Quincy, United States

Learn more about the many stories of the American Revolution through ranger talks and special programs. Get the details on this special program for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence at https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/250-anniversary.htm.

Free
Event Series The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

Old State House 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

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 […]

Event Series Freedom Trail Foundation Rainbow Revolutionaries Tour

Freedom Trail Foundation Rainbow Revolutionaries Tour

Robert Gould Shaw & 54th Regiment Monument] Tremont Street 139, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Boston’s newest official Freedom Trail Tour! The Foundation’s Rainbow Revolutionaries Tours illuminate the lives, loves, and fights for liberty of Boston’s LGBTQ+ community, and explore how queer individuals have been making history for centuries. Uncover the history of Boston Marriages, political milestones for LGBTQ+ rights, and the storied romances of some of Boston’s most famous […]

Event Series Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours Central Street 8, Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) who were the most successful against the British Navy and British military governor General Thomas […]

$1 – $28

Independence on Martha’s Vineyard: Then, Now & Forever

Vincent House Main Street 99, Edgartown, Massachusetts, United States

Independence on Martha’s Vineyard: Then, Now & Forever is an immersive exhibition that explores how independence has shaped the Island over 250 years. Through historic objects and storytelling, this exhibit reveals the distinct culture of self-determination and the lasting influence of Revolutionary ideals on Vineyard life. Exhibit open Tuesdays-Saturdays, July 4-September 5: 11:00am-2:00pm. The Vincent […]

$10
Event Series Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Indian House Memorial Old Main Street 107, Deerfield, MA, United States

We are proud to introduce our most ambitious exhibit ever, titled “Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State,” made possible by a grant from Massachusetts 250 and the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT). Through rare artifacts, photographs, and documents, this exhibit will tell the story of Massachusetts brewers from the Pilgrims to […]

$5
Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49

Periwigs, Pouffs, & Pomade: Hair and Wigs in 18th-century England and America

1699 Isaac Winslow House 634 Careswell St, Marshfield, United States

Why did men in the 1700s wear wigs? What were they made of, how were they styled, and who wore what? How would the hair care routine of George Washington compare to that of a low-ranking British soldier? How would it compare to Martha Washington's? Join living history interpreter and wig maker, Audrey Stuck-Girard, as […]

Free

Reading Frederick Douglass Together & Declaration of Independence Talkback

Lexington Depot 13 Depot Square, Lexington, United States

What did the Declaration of Independence mean to Americans who were excluded from its promises, and how have we progressed, or not, since then? This program features a community reading of Frederick Douglass's famous 1852 speech, what to the Slave is the Fourth of July?, followed by a conversation about freedom, equality, and the meaning […]

Free
Event Series Patriotic Hymn Sing!

Patriotic Hymn Sing!

Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Center Southern Eagle Cartway 95, Brewster, Massachusetts, United States

July 5 at 3:30 pm Performing Arts Center, Brewster, MA As we honor America's 250th Birthday, let's celebrate together in song—America the Beautiful, God of Our Fathers, Simple Gifts, and other favorites! Free for all and refreshments provided. Info: 508-240-2400 | artsempoweringlife.org Free admission for all.

FREE admission for all!
Event Series Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, United States

Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the "Big Dig"—and concludes at Fan Pier in […]

$35.00

JM Productions announces the return of Showboat Cruises with two luxury fireworks yacht experiences for Summer 2026. Premium Marina Bay departures aboard the luxury yacht Champagne Lady offer front-row views of Weymouth and Boston Harbor fireworks spectaculars.

marina bay 333 Victory Rd, Quincy, United States

SHOWBOAT CRUISES ANNOUNCES RETURN WITH LUXURY FIREWORKS YACHT EXPERIENCES FOR SUMMER 2026 Premium Marina Bay departures aboard the luxury yacht Champagne Lady offer front-row views of Weymouth and Boston Harbor fireworks spectaculars during historic anniversary summer. QUINCY, MA — JM Productions announces the return of Showboat Cruises for Summer 2026, bringing guests aboard the luxury […]

Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free
Event Series Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

When you imagine a museum, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the […]

Regular museum admission rates apply
Event Series 1776: Declaring Independence

1776: Declaring Independence

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Featuring manuscripts, artifacts, and rarely seen treasures, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history. In 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 […]

Free
Event Series The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

Old State House 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

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 […]

Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49
Event Series Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, United States

Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the "Big Dig"—and concludes at Fan Pier in […]

$35.00
Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

The Andover revolutionaries understood that creating a truly free society would take many generations. Their records and artifacts, preserved at the North Andover Historical Society, are here to remind us that history matters. They depict stories of battles won, hardships endured, hometown and battleground heroes, and the start of a long fight for liberty, equality […]

Free
Event Series Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

When you imagine a museum, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the […]

Regular museum admission rates apply
Event Series 1776: Declaring Independence

1776: Declaring Independence

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Featuring manuscripts, artifacts, and rarely seen treasures, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history. In 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 […]

Free
Event Series Handwriting the Constitution and Declaration of Independence

Handwriting the Constitution and Declaration of Independence

Boston Public Library: Copley Square Branch Boylston Street 700, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, visitors are invited to handwrite the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution in the Courtyard of the Central Library, in Copley Square. This program aims to create time and a quiet space to reflect and deepen one's understanding of these historic documents. All […]

Free
Event Series The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

Old State House 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

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 […]

Event Series Patriots of Color Exhibition

Patriots of Color Exhibition

Family Heritage Experience Newbury Street 97, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Patriots of Color, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black, Native, and multiracial men and women who fought, labored, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents, personal narratives, and digital interactives, the exhibition uncovers the courage […]

$10 – $12
Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49
Event Series Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, United States

Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the "Big Dig"—and concludes at Fan Pier in […]

$35.00

Vineyard Preservation Trust: Voices of Independence at The Old Whaling Church

Vineyard Preservation Trust, Old Whaling Church Main Street 89, Edgartown, Massachusetts, United States

Voices of Independence brings spoken word and music together on the historic stage of the Old Whaling Church in Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. Featuring Island notables and historic texts alongside personal reflections, this one-night civic program explores liberty, democracy, and the meaning of independence then and now.

Presentation – Richard Franklin Donohue, What A Glorious Crash They Made

Brewster Ladies' Library 1822 Main Street, Brewster, MA, United States

What a Glorious Crash They Made: Musick of New England’s Revolution. Richard Franklin Donohue, Tenor & Harpsichord. What A Glorious Crash They Made features a collection of “New Songs” and Hymns published in New England during the American Revolution.

Book Talk & Signing with Tad Stoermer

Old North Church Salem Street 193, Boston, MA, United States

Join us at the Old North Church for the release of public historian Tad Stoermer’s new book, A Resistance History of the United States. Tad will be joined by Prof. Vincent Brown of Harvard University and Sarah George, State's Attorney of Chittenden County, Vermont, for a panel discussion on resistance. Their conversation will re-examine resistance […]

Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free

America 250 Declaration of Independence Reading

Waltham North Street, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Reading of the American Declaration of Independence in commemoration of 250th Anniversary from the comfort of your home. Contact globalpeacesecretariat.com if you need copy of the Declaration.

Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

The Andover revolutionaries understood that creating a truly free society would take many generations. Their records and artifacts, preserved at the North Andover Historical Society, are here to remind us that history matters. They depict stories of battles won, hardships endured, hometown and battleground heroes, and the start of a long fight for liberty, equality […]

Free
Event Series “Sharing the Spirit of America” in Taunton

“Sharing the Spirit of America” in Taunton

Old Colony History Museum 6 Church Green, Taunton, MA, United States

The City of Taunton and Old Colony History Museum invite you to "Sharing the Spirit of America" on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Join a statewide initiative marking the 250th anniversary of the reading of the Declaration of Independence. At 6pm, we will host our own public reading of the Declaration of Independence. Come early beginning […]

Free
Event Series Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

When you imagine a museum, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the […]

Regular museum admission rates apply
Event Series 1776: Declaring Independence

1776: Declaring Independence

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Featuring manuscripts, artifacts, and rarely seen treasures, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history. In 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 […]

Free
Event Series The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

Old State House 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

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 […]

Event Series Patriots of Color Exhibition

Patriots of Color Exhibition

Family Heritage Experience Newbury Street 97, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Patriots of Color, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black, Native, and multiracial men and women who fought, labored, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents, personal narratives, and digital interactives, the exhibition uncovers the courage […]

$10 – $12

Group Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Leverett Library Montague Road 75, Leverett, MA, United States

Come read the Declaration of Independence out loud together in a relay where we each read a piece. Be part of the nation-wide group readings on this day to celebrate the declaration’s 250th anniversary. We’ll have iced tea (fresh from Boston Harbor). All ages!

Event Series American Stories: Rebels and Revolutionaries of the Berkshires

American Stories: Rebels and Revolutionaries of the Berkshires

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

History & Art Series: This summer when America is celebrating its 250th anniversary, join us for this historical and civic education program to learn how the Berkshires played a pivotal role in the founding of our nation. "American Stories: Rebels and Revolutionaries of the Berkshires" examines the history of the American Revolution and its reverberating […]

Link to the event listing to see pricing options.

Fragments of Freedom: An Archives Pop-up Event at the State Library

Massachusetts State House Beacon Street 24, Boston, MA, United States

The State Library of Massachusetts invites you to join us for a first of its kind event this summer! We are hosting a centrally located, tabled pop-up event in the State Library Reading Room (State House, Room 341), bringing together archivists from 16 area institutions under one roof. Come explore the concepts of independence and […]

Free
Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49
Event Series Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, United States

Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the "Big Dig"—and concludes at Fan Pier in […]

$35.00
Event Series “Sharing the Spirit of America” in Taunton

“Sharing the Spirit of America” in Taunton

Old Colony History Museum 6 Church Green, Taunton, MA, United States

The City of Taunton and Old Colony History Museum invite you to "Sharing the Spirit of America" on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Join a statewide initiative marking the 250th anniversary of the reading of the Declaration of Independence. At 6pm, we will host our own public reading of the Declaration of Independence. Come early beginning […]

Free

Ceremonial Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Goshen Town Hall Main Street 42, Williamsburg, Massachusetts, United States

Hear ye, Hear ye! To commemorate the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, which took place 250 years ago in Philadelphia, the Town of Goshen, Massachusetts will join with communities around the nation for a public reading of the Declaration. The celebration will take place on July 8 at 5:30 PM at town […]

Free

Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence: Hingham

Hingham Memorial Bell Tower/Old Ship Meetinghouse 90 Main St Main Street 90, Hingham, MA, United States

Sharing the Spirit of America! As the bells ring from Hingham’s Memorial Bell Tower, gather at the Old Ship Meetinghouse on July 8 – 250 years after the Declaration of Independence was first publicly read – to join a nationwide synchronized reading of America’s founding document. Readers will include Hingham leaders drawn from across the […]

Andover’s Declaration of Independence Public Reading

36 Bartlet Street Andover Bartlet Street 36, Andover, Massachusetts, United States

On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read aloud publicly for the first time. Join us in Andover on Wednesday, July 8 at 5:45 PM in The Park for a reading of the Declaration of Independence and a brief community ceremony. The event will be immediately followed by Concerts in The Park, featuring […]

Reading the Declaration of Independence

60 Monument Avenue Swampscott MA Elmwood Road Rotary 22, Swampscott, MA, United States

Swampscott Historical Commission will read the Declaration of Independence on Town Hall lawn on July 8 at 6:00 p.m.

Free

Nationwide Reading of the Declaration of Independence – Adams NHP

Adams Farm at Penn's Hill 141 Franklin St, Quincy, MA, United States

On July 8 at 6 p.m. ET, Americans across the globe will join for a simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence. From Alaska to Antarctica, we will come together as one to mark the 250th anniversary of the first public reading. Join Adams National Historical Park rangers at the Adams Farm at Penn's Hill […]

Free

City of Framingham Reads the Declaration of Independence

150 Concord Street, Framingham Concord Street 150, Framingham, MA, United States

City officials will read the Declaration on steps of memorial Building outside at 150 Concord Street on July 8 at 6 p.m. Reading will be elected City Councilors, School Committee members and Library Trustees

Free

Sharing the Spirit of America in Greenfield

Greenfield City Common Court Square 14, Greenfield, MA, United States

The City of Greenfield is proud to announce its participation in Sharing the Spirit of America, a statewide initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the first public readings of the Declaration of Independence. On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, Greenfield will host a special public reading of the historic document on the City Common in front […]

Leyden’s 250th Anniversary Celebration

Leyden Town Hall West Leyden Road 16, Leyden, Massachusetts, United States

Leyden residents, families and friends will gather at the Leyden Town Hall and participate in a multigenerational reading the Declaration of Independence. Paul Kaplan and Annie Patterson will lead the group in folk songs and a community potluck featuring red, white and blue desserts will follow.

Free

Easton’s Special Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence and Kickoff to Summer Concert Series

Oakes Ames Memorial Hall Barrows Street 3, Easton, MA, United States

Easton's Special Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence and Kickoff to Summer Concert Series Wednesday, July 8 6:30 PM Steps of historic Oakes Ames Memorial Hall, 3 Barrows Street, Easton Join the Town of Easton and the Easton Shovel Town Cultural District for a special community reading of the Declaration of Independence immediately before […]

Free

Arlington250 Reading: Declaration of Independence

Jason Russell House 7 Jason Street, Arlington, MA, United States

Join Arlington’s State Rep. Sean Garballey co-chair of the Special Commission on 250th Anniversary Celebration of the American Revolution, and members of Arlington Historical Society and Arlington 250 for a reading of the Declaration of Independence as it arrives in “old Menotomy”. The faithful replicas of Ezekiel Russell’s 1776 Declaration were faithfully hand-printed by Gary […]

Free
Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free
Event Series Sharing the Spirit of America in Boxford

Sharing the Spirit of America in Boxford

Holyoke-French House 2 Topsfield Road, Boxford, United States

On July 8, 2026, Boxford will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the first public readings of the Declaration of Independence. Please join us for an evening of history, music, and community as we recreate this extraordinary event. We are hosting a public reading of the Declaration of Independence, an exhibition of “Boxford in the Revolutionary […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

The Andover revolutionaries understood that creating a truly free society would take many generations. Their records and artifacts, preserved at the North Andover Historical Society, are here to remind us that history matters. They depict stories of battles won, hardships endured, hometown and battleground heroes, and the start of a long fight for liberty, equality […]

Free
Event Series Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

When you imagine a museum, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the […]

Regular museum admission rates apply
Event Series 1776: Declaring Independence

1776: Declaring Independence

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Featuring manuscripts, artifacts, and rarely seen treasures, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history. In 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 […]

Free
Event Series The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

Old State House 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

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 […]

Event Series Patriots of Color Exhibition

Patriots of Color Exhibition

Family Heritage Experience Newbury Street 97, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Patriots of Color, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black, Native, and multiracial men and women who fought, labored, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents, personal narratives, and digital interactives, the exhibition uncovers the courage […]

$10 – $12
Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49
Event Series Salt and Survival: The Untold Story of the Revolution

Salt and Survival: The Untold Story of the Revolution

Jericho Historical Center Old Main Street 90, Dennis, Massachusetts, United States

School lessons about the American Revolution often focus on the Boston Tea Party—but far fewer people learn about the importance of salt. Cod fishing, Cape Cod's biggest industry, relied on salt for preserving fish for export. British blockades, designed to cripple coastal communities, were preventing salt being imported. In response, colonists relied on the sun […]

Free
Event Series Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, United States

Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the "Big Dig"—and concludes at Fan Pier in […]

$35.00
Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

The Andover revolutionaries understood that creating a truly free society would take many generations. Their records and artifacts, preserved at the North Andover Historical Society, are here to remind us that history matters. They depict stories of battles won, hardships endured, hometown and battleground heroes, and the start of a long fight for liberty, equality […]

Free

Sail Boston 2026 Harbor Spectacular + Suite Stay at Boston Marriott Long Wharf

boston marriott long wharf State Street 296, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Witness a maritime spectacle that draws visitors from around the world as the Tall Ships return to Boston Harbor for Sail Boston 2026, part of Massachusetts’ 250th celebration. As night falls, fireworks illuminate the waterfront, adding to the festive atmosphere throughout the city. This Moment includes a two-night suite stay at Boston Marriott Long Wharf, […]

Event Series Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

When you imagine a museum, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the […]

Regular museum admission rates apply
Event Series Pop Quiz: 1776

Pop Quiz: 1776

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Step back into the 18th century and put your detective skills to the test! Pop Quiz: 1776 takes you on a four-museum adventure to uncover surprising ways that life at Harvard was both similar to and—or different from —today. Would Harvard students in 1776 have known about the things we see and do today? Take […]

Event Series 1776: Declaring Independence

1776: Declaring Independence

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Featuring manuscripts, artifacts, and rarely seen treasures, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history. In 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 […]

Free
Event Series The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

Old State House 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

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 […]

Event Series Patriots of Color Exhibition

Patriots of Color Exhibition

Family Heritage Experience Newbury Street 97, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Patriots of Color, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black, Native, and multiracial men and women who fought, labored, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents, personal narratives, and digital interactives, the exhibition uncovers the courage […]

$10 – $12
Event Series Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Indian House Memorial Old Main Street 107, Deerfield, MA, United States

We are proud to introduce our most ambitious exhibit ever, titled “Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State,” made possible by a grant from Massachusetts 250 and the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT). Through rare artifacts, photographs, and documents, this exhibit will tell the story of Massachusetts brewers from the Pilgrims to […]

$5
Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49
Event Series Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot

Vineyard Preservation Trust Walking Tour: Independence on Foot

Vincent House Main Street 99, Edgartown, Massachusetts, United States

Meet historian Norah Van Riper in Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, for Independence on Foot, a spirited walking tour exploring Martha’s Vineyard’s revolutionary past. Beginning at the Vincent House Museum, this 90-minute walking tour connects Edgartown sites, stories, and civic ideals - bringing the Island’s role in the American Revolution and its independent spirit to life. Participating […]

Event Series Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour

Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center Atlantic Avenue 191 W, Boston, MA, United States

Boston Harbor has undergone significant transformation over four centuries. Experience Boston’s rich maritime heritage and contemporary vibrancy on a 1.5-hour stroll along the Boston Harborwalk, led by an expert local guide. The tour begins at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway—site of the "Big Dig"—and concludes at Fan Pier in […]

$35.00

18th Century Tavern Night at The Historic Winslow House

1699 Isaac Winslow House 634 Careswell St, Marshfield, United States

Unplug for the evening and join us for an evening back in 1776 after Marshfield citizens learned of "the shot heard 'round the world". Try out 18th-century games and enjoy appetizers inspired by tavern menus of their time. Joshua Winslow will be visiting the “General John” Tavern to rally the local community in support of […]

Event Series A Stake in the Ground: 1774

A Stake in the Ground: 1774

historic deerfield 84B Old Main Street, Deerfield, Massachusetts, United States

Staged at Historic Deerfield, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays, set in Deerfield, MA, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation. In the summer of 1774, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when […]

$15 – $25
Event Series My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

Colonial Chorus Players (Reading) Main Street 1149, Reading, Massachusetts, United States

Free Admission! Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau Featuring: Katie Broach and Jim Hunt Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic […]

Free
Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free
Event Series The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

The Aspirations of Ordinary People – Stories of the American Revolution from a local perspective

North Andover Historical Society 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover, United States

The Andover revolutionaries understood that creating a truly free society would take many generations. Their records and artifacts, preserved at the North Andover Historical Society, are here to remind us that history matters. They depict stories of battles won, hardships endured, hometown and battleground heroes, and the start of a long fight for liberty, equality […]

Free

Sail Boston 2026 Meet Boston Parade of Sail

Boston Harbor Long Wharf 66, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

The Grand Parade of Sail will highlight the day’s activities as vessels parade in flotillas from Broad Sound into the main channel of Boston Harbor turning at Charlestown, before proceeding to their assigned berthing areas. Public viewing of the parade will be spectacular from Castle Island, the Seaport District, the Boston Waterfront, East Boston, the […]

Free
Event Series Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Collecting Wonders: Tomorrow’s Discoveries

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

When you imagine a museum, you might picture cases of artifacts. But the objects on display at the Harvard Museum of Natural History are a tiny percentage of the total collections. Behind the scenes, experts care for 26 million specimens. These objects form the basis for studying life on Earth. They are records of the […]

Regular museum admission rates apply
Event Series Pop Quiz: 1776

Pop Quiz: 1776

Harvard Museum of Natural History Oxford Street 26, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Step back into the 18th century and put your detective skills to the test! Pop Quiz: 1776 takes you on a four-museum adventure to uncover surprising ways that life at Harvard was both similar to and—or different from —today. Would Harvard students in 1776 have known about the things we see and do today? Take […]

Event Series 1776: Declaring Independence

1776: Declaring Independence

Massachusetts Historical Society Boylston Street 1154, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Featuring manuscripts, artifacts, and rarely seen treasures, this exhibition captures a monumental moment in American history. In 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 […]

Free
Event Series Calling All Kids, Patriots And Sailors: Revolutionary Summer Saturdays

Calling All Kids, Patriots And Sailors: Revolutionary Summer Saturdays

Custom House Maritime Museum Water Street 25, Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States

FREE outdoor and indoor activities for kids all summer long Building 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 […]

Celebrate! Revolutionary Beginnings with George and Martha Washington

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Join us to honor the 250th anniversary of the country's revolution with George and Martha Washington. Get a hands-on demonstration of a colonial printing press and explore its critical role in rallying support for the revolutionary cause. Explore the history of the time period with colonial hands-on-history maker activities and reflect on how you may […]

Free
Event Series The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

The Road to Revolution: Massachusetts and the Independence Movement

Old State House 206 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States

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 […]

Event Series Patriots of Color Exhibition

Patriots of Color Exhibition

Family Heritage Experience Newbury Street 97, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Patriots of Color, a new exhibit in the Family Heritage Experience at American Ancestors, sheds light on the overlooked histories of Black, Native, and multiracial men and women who fought, labored, and led in the struggle for American independence across all thirteen colonies. Through documents, personal narratives, and digital interactives, the exhibition uncovers the courage […]

$10 – $12
Event Series End of the Revolutionary Era: The Passing of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson

End of the Revolutionary Era: The Passing of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson

Adams National Historical Park 135 Adams Street, Quincy, MA, United States

Join the National Park Service at Adams National Historical Park for special programming commemorating the bicentennial of the deaths of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson and the end of the Revolutionary Era 50 years after American Independence. 10:30 a.m. - John Adams and Thomas Jefferson: Parallel Lives, Parallel Deaths outdoor ranger talk 11 a.m. - […]

Event Series Freedom Trail Foundation Rainbow Revolutionaries Tour

Freedom Trail Foundation Rainbow Revolutionaries Tour

Robert Gould Shaw & 54th Regiment Monument] Tremont Street 139, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Boston’s newest official Freedom Trail Tour! The Foundation’s Rainbow Revolutionaries Tours illuminate the lives, loves, and fights for liberty of Boston’s LGBTQ+ community, and explore how queer individuals have been making history for centuries. Uncover the history of Boston Marriages, political milestones for LGBTQ+ rights, and the storied romances of some of Boston’s most famous […]

Event Series The Revolutions of The Ashley House

The Revolutions of The Ashley House

The Ashley House Cooper Hill Road 117, Sheffield, Massachusetts, United States

Discover how the ideals of liberty and justice played out in complex ways within this 18th-century homestead on a thought-provoking guided tour. This wasn’t just the home of prominent patriot John Ashley and his family, but also of the people they enslaved here. One of them, Elizabeth ‘Mum Bett’ Freeman, has long been lauded for […]

$10
Event Series Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State

Indian House Memorial Old Main Street 107, Deerfield, MA, United States

We are proud to introduce our most ambitious exhibit ever, titled “Brewing Massachusetts: How Beer Shaped the Bay State,” made possible by a grant from Massachusetts 250 and the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT). Through rare artifacts, photographs, and documents, this exhibit will tell the story of Massachusetts brewers from the Pilgrims to […]

$5
Event Series AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

AudaTours Stoneham Audio Tour: Timeless Tales of Historic Pride and Heritage

Nobility Hill Historic District Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

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. This 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. […]

$4.49

Sail Boston 2026 Crew & Cadet Street Parade

Leader Bank Pavilion, at 290 Northern Avenue Northern Avenue 290, Boston, MA, United States

On Monday, July 13, 2026, a Crew and Cadet Parade will take place to welcome sailors from around the world to Boston. Marching bands and cadets from the visiting ships will parade along Seaport Boulevard starting at the Leader Bank Pavilion, at 290 Northern Avenue, and concluding at Christopher Columbus Park, in the North End […]

Free

Vineyard Preservation Trust: Presidents for Kids at The Carnegie

The Carnegie Heritage Center, Edgartown, MA North Water Street 58, Edgartown, Massachusetts, United States

Join us in Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, at The Carnegie Heritage Center for a free, family-friendly interactive program introducing children to presidential history with Presidents For Kids founder, Dan Scudder. Presidents For Kids publishes fun and educational activity books for kids ages 5-10, with series topics including Presidents, First Ladies, National Parks, and more. Drop by […]

Free
Event Series Revolutionary Quincy Women

Revolutionary Quincy Women

Historic New England - Quincy House Muirhead Street 20, Quincy, Massachusetts, United States

This special tour looks at the years leading up to and during the American Revolution through the eyes and words of the women of the Quincy family. Through their letters and diaries, learn how the war affected the day-to-day lives of the family of Josiah and Ann Quincy, including their daughters Hannah, Betsy, and Nancy, […]

$15 – $20

Fanfare for the Founders: Memorial Hall Library

Memorial Hall Library North Main Street 2, Andover, Massachusetts, United States

Pianist D.J. Cleavinger performs a program of all-American classical music with works from Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin, "Blind Tom" Wiggins. Featuring the UNPUBLISHED Piano Sonata of Aaron Copland!

Free

Fanfare for the Founders: Memorial Hall Library

Memorial Hall Library North Main Street 2, Andover, Massachusetts, United States

Pianist D.J. Cleavinger performs a piano recital of all-American classical music, ranging from Bach to Gershwin to MacDowell. He will also feature the UNPUBLISHED Piano Sonata by Aaron Copland.

Free
Event Series My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

Colonial Chorus Players (Reading) Main Street 1149, Reading, Massachusetts, United States

Free Admission! Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau Featuring: Katie Broach and Jim Hunt Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic […]

Free
Event Series A Stake in the Ground: 1774

A Stake in the Ground: 1774

historic deerfield 84B Old Main Street, Deerfield, Massachusetts, United States

Staged at Historic Deerfield, A Stake in the Ground: 1774 is a series of three site-specific plays, set in Deerfield, MA, on the eve of the American Revolution. Each performance includes all three plays and will end with a post-show conversation. In the summer of 1774, seeds of revolution begin to germinate in Deerfield when […]

$15 – $25

Revelry on Griffin’s Wharf

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum Congress Street 306, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

The Sons and Daughters of Liberty come out for Sail Boston in an evening of history, games, merriment, and all things “Boston Tea Party”! Costumed museum interpreters will engage and educate through interaction and activities, including Knot Tying, Portrait Drawing, Tea Leaf Readings, Face Painting, Photo Booth, and colonial games such as Bean Bag Toss, […]

$10 – $15
Event Series My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams

Colonial Chorus Players (Reading) Main Street 1149, Reading, Massachusetts, United States

Free Admission! Time Travel Theatrical Presents My Dearest Friend: A Play About John and Abigail Adams written by Peter Manos Based on actual letters between President John Adams and his wife Abigail Produced/Directed by Laura J. Bilodeau Featuring: Katie Broach and Jim Hunt Carla Perrotta and Peter Cavicchio Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic […]

Free
Event Series Sail Boston Fireworks

Sail Boston Fireworks

Fan Pier, Boston Harbor Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Fireworks will illuminate Boston Harbor and the Tall Ships below twice during Sail Boston. The fireworks will launch from a barge located off of Boston’s Fan Pier.

Free
Event Series Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

Special Exhibit: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy

How Do You See the World? experience Massachusetts Avenue 210, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Learn about the revolutionary ideas and historical legacy of Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) — one of the only women to found a worldwide religion — in a temporary exhibit this spring and summer at the Christian Science Plaza celebrating MA250: Mary Baker Eddy and Her Revolutionary Legacy. This free exhibit is part of the interactive […]

Free

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