Daily Life in Menotomy: Aftermath of April 19, 1775
Often have been told in detail the bloody events that took place in Menotomy (Arlington) on the first day of the American Revolution. But how did Menotomy, then a rural […]
Free Guided Tours: Jason Russell House & Museum
Celebrate Patriots’ Day weekend with the Arlington Historical Society at the historic Jason Russell House & Museum with FREE guided tours, sponsored by Leader Bank. Visitors are invited to explore […]
MA250 Film Screening: 1776 at the Adams Theater
Our nation’s fathers harmonize their way through the founding of America in this musical adapted from a popular Broadway show. Representatives from the 13 colonies gather in Philadelphia with the […]
Open House and 50th Anniversary Celebration
Please join us for an open house marking the end of the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library’s 50th anniversary celebration! Visit exhibitions that examine the museum’s collection over the […]
Abigail Adams & 18th-Century Clothing Talk
Join us as we welcome Sarah Walsh back to Buttonwoods on Wednesday, April 1st at 6:30pm to give a talk about Abigail Adams and 18th-century clothing. We will serve punch […]
“Bedford Answers the Call” Open House
Have you visited the Bedford Historical Society’s exhibit,” Bedford Answers the Call,” yet? Join us for a special Open House on April 11 from 8:00–10:15 a.m., and again immediately following […]
Rendezvous with Rachel Revere Featuring Judith Kalaora
It is May 2, 1775, and Rachel Revere has only heard from her beloved husband Paul once since his legendary midnight ride on April 18. Isolated by the Siege of […]
Revolution 250 Salem Tour
Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in […]
South Shore History Symposium: The Revolution, Independence, and the South Shore
Presented by the “Backroads of the South Shore,” a consortium of 20 non-profit organizations operating in 12 towns from Weymouth to Plymouth, this year’s South Shore History Symposium will once […]
The American Revolution: Lessons for the 250th, Featuring Filmmakers Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Location: Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, Knafel Center 10 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Cost: Free and open to the public; […]
