Rum, Ropes & Stories
Set sail for an evening of local discovery as the Renaissance Boston Seaport District invites you to explore the stories behind Boston’s historic harbor. On Monday, July 13 from 5–7 […]
America at 250 at the MFA
A silver bowl. 17-foot-wide painted room divider. A charismatic silversmith considering his craft. A towering mahogany desk and bookcase. Certain paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and works on paper from the […]
America 250 Open House at the MFA
Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the United States, the MFA is reimagining its display of 18th-century art of the Americas—and you’re invited to celebrate the grand opening with free […]
Salt and Survival: The Untold Story of the Revolution
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 […]
Boston: Harbor History Waterfront Walking Tour
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 […]
Book Talk & Signing with Tad Stoermer
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. […]
Revolution! A 250th Historical Cemetery Tour
Visit some of Douglas’ Revolutionary War Patriots final resting places and hear thier stories. Special Ceremony by SAR Color Guard at 2pm-3pm. June 14, 2026 with tours at 10:30am, 12noon, […]
Spirit of Brimfield – 250th Celebration
Saturday, June 13th Family-Friendly Events fohbrimfield.org/brimfield-250th-celebration 8:30–10:30am Pancake Breakfast to benefit Wales Community Food Pantry—First Congregational Church. Registration required at bit.ly/42negIT. 10:00am–12:00pm Revolutionary Cemetery Tours—28 Wales Road. Register for 30 […]
Open House with Martin House Farm
The Colonial Dames of Massachusetts invite all to a sneak preview of the Martin House Farm, before its summer opening. Sometime between 1728 and 1734, John Martin’s son, John Martin […]
Steven Puleo’s American Treasures
The Swansea Public Library and the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts proudly announce a 250th Presentation: Renowned historian Stephen Puleo discusses his […]
