Massachusetts launches initiative to promote American Revolution anniversary
BOSTON (WWLP) – State leaders launch Massachusetts 250, an initiative to promote the history of the Revolutionary War. On Tuesday, Governor Healey, Lieutenant Governor Driscoll, Mayor Michelle Wu, Economic Development Secretary Yvonne Hao, Massachusetts 250 Commission Co-chairs State Senator Paul Mark and State Representative Mindy Domb, and state and local officials kicked off the event outside the Boston […]
Massachusetts 250 to celebrate state’s history, firsts and American Revolution
The statewide initiative will recall revolutionary legends throughout local communities while giving a boost to businesses, state leaders promise. Massachusetts is gearing up for a sweeping, cross-commonwealth celebration marking 250 years since the American Revolution, and state leaders are touting it as a way to reflect on the Bay State’s legacy while also cashing in […]
Massachusetts 250: State leaders celebrate start of 2 years of commemorative events
Dozens of projects across the state are receiving grant money as Massachusetts leaders begin a campaign celebrating the state’s role in the nation’s 250th birthday from now through 2026. “Just as we led America’s revolution, this state, Massachusetts, will lead this country in celebrating our great nation. We’ll do that over the next two years […]
Healey unveils ‘Massachusetts 250’ initiative to celebrate anniversary of independence
(WJAR) — Gov. Maura Healey announced the “Massachusetts 250” initiative on Tuesday. The initiative celebrates the 250-year connection between Massachusetts and America’s independence. The governor’s office said the initiative will highlight the state’s history and the untold stories of the Revolution over the next two years. State officials also announced a $1.5 million grants to 37 […]
Massachusetts is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with statewide events
Programs will provide a boost for Bay State businesses, leaders say. Massachusetts is launching a statewide celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. During a kick-off event on the front steps of the State House on Tuesday beside other state leaders and historical reenactors, Gov. Maura Healey said Massachusetts 250 will draw visitors from across […]
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Massachusetts 250 Initiative to Celebrate the Anniversary of America’s Independence
Statewide Initiative will Commemorate Massachusetts’ Pivotal Role in America’s Founding; Launch Included Announcement of $1.5 Million in Grants for Revolutionary War Cultural Programming Boston — Today, Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll joined Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, state officials, legislators, and representatives from the Massachusetts arts, culture, and tourism industry at the State House […]
Dust off your tri-corn! Massachusetts 250 to celebrate state’s iconic role in American Revolution
“The British are coming!” Paul Revere’s alert on his famous Midnight Ride in 1775 was shouted again by a man on horseback barreling past the State House on Beacon Street. Massachusetts 250, a statewide tourism initiative for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution kicked off Tuesday, with Governor Maura Healey and other state leaders […]
Paul Revere re-enactment kicks off Massachusetts 250
Hundreds of cultural and community events are set for the next two years in Massachusetts. Watch the full video from CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/video/paul-revere-re-enactment-kicks-off-massachusetts-250/
Massachusetts kicks off months-long 250th anniversary celebration of American independence
The commonwealth of Massachusetts is unveiling its plans to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War. Surrounded by elected officials and reenactors clad in 18th century finery, Governor Maura Healey spoke on the State House steps in Boston Tuesday. “We want to welcome everyone this morning to what is the birthplace of America, Massachusetts, where the […]
Massachusetts lanza la campaña MA250, que celebra la historia de la Guerra de la Independencia
Boston y funcionarios estatales han lanzado Massachusetts 250, una campaña que celebra la historia de la Guerra Revolucionaria del estado hasta 2026. Por qué es importante: La gobernadora Maura Healey dijo que la campaña presentará historias que a menudo se pasan por alto sobre los creadores de cambios negros, indígenas y LGBTQ+ junto con las conocidas […]
