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Acton 250: (New) South Acton Walking Tour with Amy Cole

11.9.24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Free

Acton 250 Committee presents: (New) South Acton Walking Tour with Amy Cole  –  Saturday, November 9th 1:00 – 2:30 PM

The walk is free, but registration is needed and capped at 20 attendees per walk. Details on parking, and where to meet will be sent closer to November 9. Registration opens October 27th at 9:00 AM at: https://tinyurl.com/ASATW1109

Professional tour leader Amy Cole grew up near Acton Center and has a wide ranging-interest in Acton’s unique history. Walking in and around South Acton’s historic Mill Corner, you will learn about Acton’s earliest colonial settlement and its development into a hub of industry and commerce. You will learn about the people, places and practices that shaped the town’s history. Topics include: the use of natural resources, the importance of Colonel Francis Faulkner and Acton’s West Militia Company, the impact of the railroad, nearby historic buildings, including those owned by the Iron Work Farm, Native American history and more.

Please see https://www.actonma.gov/250 for more programming information and don’t forget our Acton250 store at https://tinyurl.com/ACTON250STORE.

Details

Date:
11.9.24
Time:
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Categories:
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Tags:
Free, Revolution 250
Website:
https://www.actonma.gov/250

Venue

Acton, MA
Acton, MA 01720 United States + Google Map