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SUMMARY:The 250th First Flag Raising on Prospect Hill
DESCRIPTION:On\, January 1\, 1776\, George Washington ordered the raising of the “Grand Union Flag” over Prospect Hill.\nThe First Flag symbolized both the defiance and resolve of the Continental Army as they entered a critical phase of the Siege of Boston. This year’s milestone 250th annivesary expands the traditional military ceremony to better reflect the full diversity of people whose labor\, courage and aspirations shaped the Revolution. With participation by militia from Charlestown\, Bedford\, Rhode Island and more. Sing along to Revolutionary songs and enjoy special appearances by George Washington on horseback\, and Black Revolutionary Soldier “Primus Hall” and a reading of Phyllis Wheatley’s Poem\, “To His Excellency George Washington” written to Washington only a couple months prior to the flag raising. Hot drinks and pastries will be available. \n11:30 am – Join a procession from Somerville City Hall\, 93 Highland Ave\, led by Fife and Drummers and George Washington on his horse\n12-1pm – Attend the Flag raising ceremony at Prospect Hill. All are welcome to bring national flags of any stripes\, and children will make their own.
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/the-250th-first-flag-raising-on-prospect-hill/
LOCATION:Prospect Hill Park\, 68 Munroe Street\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anniversary,Black History,Celebration,Commemoration,Event,Outdoors,Parades
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SUMMARY:First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill
DESCRIPTION:Commemorating a milestone of the American Revolution\, January 1\, 1776\, when General Washington raised a new American flag over the highest point of the American fortifications surrounding the then-occupied City of Boston. \nFeaturing a procession from City Hall in Somerville to Prospect Hill Park\, followed by an hour-long program of activities. \nNumerous city officials\, the Ancient & Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts based out of Faneuil Hall (Boston)\, and re-enactors participate in the ceremony and parade. This year\, we are excited to welcome Phillis Wheatley and Martha Washington the event. \nDate: January 1st\nAdmission: Free\nStart Location (11:30): City Hall Concourse – 93 Highland Ave. Somerville\, MA 02143\nEnd Location (12-1pm): Prospect Hill Somerville\, MA\nParking: Public Lots & On Street Parking\nPublic Transportation: Bus 90 Davis Sq\nDirections Hwy Exit: RT 93 to Fellsway Exit \nFunded in part by an American Rescue Plan Act grant from the City of Somerville. For additional ADA accommodations\, please contact 311 (617-666-3311) in advance. For questions\, contact grace@somervillemuseum.org. \nEvent Website: https://www.somervillemuseum.org/calendar-events
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/first-flag-raising-at-prospect-hill/
LOCATION:Prospect Hill Park\, 68 Munroe Street\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Commemoration,Event,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Raising of the First Flag at Prospect Hill
DESCRIPTION:Every New Year’s Day the city of Somerville commemorates an improtant moment of the American Revolution the First Flag Raising. The event reenacts the one that took place on Prospect Hill on January 1\, 1776 \nEvent Website: https://www.meetboston.com/event/
URL:https://massachusetts250.org/event/raising-of-the-first-flag-at-prospect-hill/
LOCATION:Prospect Hill Park\, 68 Munroe Street\, Somerville\, MA\, 02143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reenactment
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