A Cornerstone of Black History: African Lodge No. 459’s 250th Anniversary
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of its inauguration, the Freemason African Lodge No. 459 will symbolically reopen in 2026 to pay tribute to its revolutionary founding members. This lodge, first […]
Discover Indigenous History Through ‘Native Spaces’ Installation in Salem
Visiting Salem, Massachusetts, in the fall, you might see streets decked out for the town’s famed Halloween celebration. If you look (and listen) a little closer, though, you’ll see that […]
The Legacy of the USS Lexington: Five Ships, One Historic Name
Did you know that the USS Lexington has participated in almost every major American naval war? If you’re wondering how this is possible, it’s because the USS Lexington has been […]
Then and Now: The Historical Taverns of Massachusetts
Whether you call it a tavern, a pub or a bar and grill, they all offer a cold beer and a quick bite to eat. But taverns played an important […]
The Untold Story of Prince Estabrook’s Fight for Freedom
Photo credit: Lexington Historical Society.
Healey launches state project to celebrate 250th anniversary of American Revolution
BOSTON — From her sneakers to her red T-shirt, Gov. Maura T. Healey embodied MA250, the statewide project designed to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution that she, along […]
Healey launches state project to celebrate 250th anniversary of American Revolution
BOSTON — From her sneakers to her red T-shirt, Gov. Maura T. Healey embodied MA250, the statewide project designed to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution that she, along […]
Leading the Nation: Massachusetts Celebrates 250 Years of Revolution
On September 17, 2024, Constitution Day, Governor Healey officially kicked off the Massachusetts 250 campaign on the steps in front of the Massachusetts State House, across from the Boston Common. […]
Haverhill’s Historic New England and Museum of Printing Receive Grants for Nation’s 250th Birthday
Two Haverhill-based nonprofits and others in the area will help tell the story of Massachusetts’ pivotal role in the 250th anniversary of the nation’s independence. Historic New England and the Museum […]
Revolution in the air: Massachusetts 250 initiative poised to be economic driver, Healey says
Gov. Maura Healey pitched a multi-year celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence as a likely economic driver for Massachusetts that could see people flock to the state from […]
