Special Patriots’ Day Open Hours at Lexington History Museums

Lexington History Museums is open on a special schedule for April 19! We will be open early to accommodate visitors in town for the big reenactment, and will be closing […]
Revolutionary Scavenger Hunt

Where is the Parker boulder? Is there a weathervane on the Belfry? What happened at the Harrington House? No matter how long you’ve lived in Lexington, there is still plenty […]
Meet the Redcoats at Munroe Tavern

The British Regular Army was one of the most powerful military forces in the world in the 18th century. But in the course of one fateful day, their luck changed. […]
Patriots’ Day Living History at Buckman Tavern

The Battle of Lexington reverberated far beyond the small town common that started a war. Ordinary citizens were swept up in a new revolution, navigating its politics and picking up […]
Patriot’s Day at Cambridge Common
History is brought to life through reenactments in the City of Cambridge as we celebrate the event, the bravery, and one of the riders that changed the history of the […]
The Revolution in Concert: Thea Hopkins

The Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum commemorates the anniversary of the American Revolution with an outdoor concert series of period and revolutionary music, The Revolution in Concert, held in the Museum’s sunken garden. […]
Childrens’ Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington

Calling all aspiring young Patriots and Redcoats! Lexington Historical Society, in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men and His Majesty’s 10th Regiment of Foot, welcome all willing participants for an […]
Trolley Tour: Revolutionary Line

Join us for a guided tour of little-known local Revolutionary sites in and around Somerville! Visit two historic towers and see the entire Boston basin as General Washington did. You’ll […]
Paul Revere’s Ride to Revolution

On the evening of April 18, 2025, Boston will commemorate the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary Midnight Ride, a pivotal moment in American history. Through immersive activities, participants can […]
Le Chapître de la Naissance de la Révolution Exclusive Dinner

Embark on an exclusive culinary revolution! The Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property located in historic Lexington, MA, and Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi, in partnership […]