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Hands-On History: Clay Marbles

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford Street, Lexington

18th century life wasn't just about chores - kids had fun too! Drop by the Buckman Tavern to make your own clay marbles, just like colonial kids did. Drop in any time between 1:30 - 3:30 PM to learn! This activity is suitable for ages 6 and up, including adults! Included with museum admission. https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/REV-STORIES_logo-mark_square.png […]

Concord 250: “A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color”

The Umbrella Arts Center 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, United States

“A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color” is a two-hour live event dedicated to uncovering and honoring the often-overlooked contributions of Black and Indigenous patriots both during the American Revolution and the long struggle for continued expansion of freedom and liberty over the past 250 years. This event will take place at The Umbrella […]

Free

The Cost of Freedom concert — Lexington Symphony

Lexington's Cary Hall 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, United States

THE FIGHT FOR FREEDOM SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2025 | 7:30PM PRE-CONCERT CONDUCTOR'S TALK AT 6:30pm Sponsored by Winfield and Linda Perry Still | In Memoriam Lidström | World Premiere -Mats Lidström, cello Beethoven | Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” Cellist Mats Lidström performs a world premiere based on a Robert F. Kennedy speech during his bid […]

$39 – $81

Book Chat on Poor Richard’s Women

Munroe Tavern 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

Behind any founding father are numerous founding mothers, sisters, and lovers. Benjamin Franklin had a large cast of women in his life, most importantly his wife of 44 years, Deborah Read Franklin. While frequently absent from the historical narrative due to their frequent time apart, Deborah was an important witness to and active participant in […]

$10 – $15

Signs of Spring at Kendall Cove

Wachusett Reservoir - Gate 35 Intersection of Route 110 and Chace Hill Rd, Sterling, MA, United States

DCR Division of Water Supply Protection Wachusett Reservoir Watershed Saturday Hiking Series Programs are free and open to the public. Dogs and domestic animals are prohibited on watershed lands. Get to know beautiful shoreline views of the Wachusett Reservoir with this hiking series in each of the four towns of the reservoir. The winter landscape […]

Free

“Spies Among Us:” Intelligence gathering by the British Army and Provincial Congress

Wright Tavern 2 Lexington Road, Concord, United States

Throughout February and March of 1775, the people of Massachusetts were preparing for war. The Provincial Congress organized a network of intelligence to monitor the British Army and the military supplies throughout the province. Aware of the rebel operations, the British Army conducted military intelligence missions into the Massachusetts countryside. These efforts would see moments […]

Free

Acton 250: South Acton Walking Tour with Tour Guide Amy Cole

Faulkner Homestead 5 High Street, Acton, MA, United States

Join tour guide Amy Cole to visit the Iron Work Farm sites and walk South Acton’s historic Mill Corner. You will learn about Acton’s earliest colonial settlement. Important Details: Registration is required. Details on parking and where to meet will be sent via email closer to the walk date. Register at tinyurl.com/Acton250-March22 Tour leader Amy Cole […]

Free
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18th Century Music at Buckman Tavern

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford Street, Lexington

Drop in to meet Historical Society guide and musician Darlene Wigton as she demonstrates 18th century guitar music. You can even learn a song and join in! Included with museum admission. https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/REV-STORIES_logo-mark_square.png This event explores our region's revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom's Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners […]

Acton 250th Anniversary Themed Dinner

Acton Senior Center 30R Sudbury Road, Acton, United States

Acton Senior Center, 30R Sudbury Road, Acton  Save the date.  More details to follow. https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/REV-STORIES_logo-mark_square.png This event explores our region's revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom's Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation's semiquincentennial anniversary.

A Soldier’s Life – Provincial Militia & British Regulars in 1775 with William Rapp

Arlington Masonic Temple 19 Academy Street, Arlington, MA, United States

“Our Untold Stories” Observing the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution This talk by retired Major General William Rapp, PhD will address the many myths about farmers filled with patriotic fervor versus illiterate criminals motivated only by the lash so that we can better understand the life of a soldier in New England at the […]

$5