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

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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 Consonare Chamber Players in Concert

Consonare Chamber Players in Concert

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

August 8 at 7:30 pm, August 9 at 3:30 pm Performing Arts Center, Brewster Join us for an exquisite summer concert celebrating two American compositions: Tobias Picker's Piano Quintet "Live Oaks" and Amy Beach's Piano Quintet, Op.67. The Consonare Chamber Players (piano, 2 violins, viola and cello) have chosen this repertoire as part of our […]

$30 – $35

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18

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

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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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

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

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18
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

Nathaniel Ray Thomas and the Loyalist Plight

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

Born in 1731 to a respected Marshfield family, Nathaniel Ray Thomas rose to become a leading figure in his community - a Harvard-educated merchant, gentleman farmer, justice of the peace, and one of the most prominent Tories in all of New England. When the winds of independence swept through the colonies, Thomas remained loyal to […]

Free

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

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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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 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

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18
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

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

Drawing American Stories: A Workshop Series For Beginners and Beyond

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

In this four-session class, participants will be introduced to the fundamental elements of drawing practice. Our classroom will be the galleries of American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell, the Museum’s summer exhibition commemorating the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. Each class will focus on a single drawing technique. We will study how different artists in […]

$165

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

History Uncorked: A Summer Lecture Series at the Nickerson Mansion

The Mansion at Ocean Edge Main Street 2907, Brewster, MA, United States

Visit Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club this summer for History Uncorked — a series of four evening lectures held inside the historic Nickerson Mansion in Brewster, Cape Cod, in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. Led by Ocean Edge's resident historian Renee Dee and Cape Cod historian David Martin, Ph.D., each talk explores a different […]

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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

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

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18
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

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

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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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

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

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18
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

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

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 […]

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 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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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

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

Explore Roxbury’s Rich History: Roxbury’s Meetinghouse

Roxbury's Meetinghouse 10 Putnam St, Boston, MA, United States

The First Church in Roxbury is a Boston landmark and is the oldest surviving wood-frame church in Boston. Built in 1832, it is the fifth building on the site. The original Meetinghouse was featured prominently during the Revolutionary War--serving as a military depot and signal station during the Siege of Boston, and as the first […]

Free

The Historic Meetinghouse: The hidden history of Roxbury’s Meetinghouse

Roxbury's Meetinghouse 10 Putnam St, Boston, MA, United States

Rating: Easy, walking tour stays inside building and close surrounding area The First Church in Roxbury is a Boston landmark and is the oldest surviving wood-frame church in Boston. Built in 1832, it is the fifth building on the site. The original Meetinghouse was featured prominently during the Revolutionary War--serving as a military depot and […]

Free

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 […]

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18
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

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 […]

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

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

8th Annual Art of Brewing Festival

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

Each ticket buyer receives unlimited samples and a commemorative tasting glass. Returning for its 8th year, the annual Art of Brewing Festival offers guests a chance to sample the best craft brews in the region. Spend an afternoon with friends and families all while sampling local and regional beer, cider, distilled drinks, and even coffee! […]

$20 – $45
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 […]

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

Summer, Sounds & Sparks

Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA, United States

This August for one night only, join us for a dazzling display of colorful fireworks during Summer, Sounds & Sparks, an all-new evening event in celebration of America's 250th Birthday. Guests can enjoy the sounds of fife and drum music, performances by the Village's own singers, cannon and musket demonstrations, and stay for a grand […]

$10 – $25
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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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 […]

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18

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 […]

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

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 Abigail Adams Birthplace Open Hours

Abigail Adams Birthplace Open Hours

Abigail Adams Birthplace Norton Street 180, Weymouth, Massachusetts, United States

Built in 1865, the Abigail Adams (1744-1818) Birthplace was home to this exceptional woman, wife of one President and mother of a second, for the first twenty years of her life. $10 for adults $5 for children Free for members Purchase Open Hours Tickets Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.

$5 – $10
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

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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18

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

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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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

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

Zine Making: What Does the Declaration Mean 250 Years Later?

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

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Through an art-making opportunity, reflect on what the document means 250 years later and how the American Revolution relates to other protest movements and revolutions that have occurred in the United States. We will have supplies available to use and staff […]

Free

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18
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

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

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

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 Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Mapping the Past: Lincoln Witness House Project

Lincoln, MA Lincoln, Massachusetts, United States

Visitors to Lincoln, Massachusetts enjoy many gems off the beaten path. Among them are the town's nineteen Witness Houses. These homes stood on April 19, 1775—the first day of the American Revolution—and remain today through generations of stewardship. Explore an interactive map to discover the people, events, and history associated with each property. Click any […]

Free

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 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

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 Ruckus!

Ruckus!

Old South Meeting House Washington Street 310, Boston, MA, United States

Step inside Boston’s historic Old South Meeting House and experience the Ruckus! that ignited the American Revolution. This 25-minute immersive show drops you right into the heart of the debate and defiance that once filled this iconic space, where ordinary people set extraordinary change in motion. From the floorboards to the balconies, you will be […]

Free – $18
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

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

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