BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Freedom's Way National Heritage Area - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://freedomsway.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Freedom's Way National Heritage Area REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T193000 DTSTAMP:20260227T203558Z CREATED:20260226T191341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T203558Z UID:33778-1776277800-1776281400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:The Role of the Press in the American Revolution DESCRIPTION:18th century newspapers and pamphlets were essential to the dissemination of information and were instrumental in fanning the flames of discord on both sides of the revolutionary conflict. However\, how did printers get their information? This interactive program\, with the added component of 18th century material culture items\, focuses on the incredible process of typesetting and the role that printing and propaganda played in the pivotal events leading up to the American Revolution. \nMichele Gabrielson is a local history teacher and historic interpreter of the 18th century. When she is not teaching in the classroom\, Michele can be found leading tours\, lectures\, and demonstrations at historic sites in the greater Boston area. She specializes in interpreting the history of colonial women printers\, the stories of loyalist refugees\, and of 18th century chocolate makers! \nPart of Bigelow Free Public Library’s Revolution 250 Series\, supported\, in part\, through the Freedom’s Way NHA Partnership Grant Program URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-role-of-the-press-in-the-american-revolution/ LOCATION:Bigelow Free Public Library\, 54 Walnut St\, Clinton\, 01510\, United States CATEGORIES:Declaring Independence: Then & Now,Revolutionary Stories ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/michele-g-with-her-printing-press.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260417T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T150201Z CREATED:20260331T150201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T150201Z UID:35810-1776454200-1776459600@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Patriot Vigil DESCRIPTION:North Bridge\, Concord\nCeremony 7:45 pm – 8:30 pm\nLuminaria 7:30 pm- 9:00 pm \nAs darkness descends upon the North Bridge battlefield we invite you to come and reflect on the events of April 19\, 1775 and the meaning of liberty. The evening ceremony will feature a lantern-light procession\, poetry\, music\, and a recitation of the names of the soldiers who gave their lives on that “ever-memorable” 19th of April. \nThe path from the North Bridge Visitor Center to the North Bridge will be lighted with 122 luminaries to honor those who lost their lives in the battle. \nLantern light procession* starts at North Bridge Visitor Center\, 174 Liberty St\, Concord\, MA\n*To participate in the lantern-light procession\, please provide your own REAL candle lantern. The procession will begin at North Bridge Visitor Center\, 174 Liberty Street\, Concord Ma. From there we will march down the quarter-mile path to the North Bridge where the ceremony will take place. Participants are welcome to wear 18th century clothing if they choose\, but please do not bring muskets. \nParking:\nNorth Bridge Visitor Center: 174 Liberty Street\, Concord\, MA\nNorth Bridge Parking Lot: 280 Monument Street\, Concord\, MA \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/patriot-vigil-4/ LOCATION:North Bridge (Concord)\, 174 Liberty Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Charlie-vigil.jpeg.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T210000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260417T220000 DTSTAMP:20260331T212107Z CREATED:20260331T212107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T212107Z UID:35894-1776459600-1776463200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Paul Revere’s Ride Reenactment DESCRIPTION:Lexington was preparing for battle long before British soldiers arrived on April 19th\, 1775. Paul Revere and William Dawes\, fellow Sons of Liberty\, rode hard from Boston\, arriving in town just before midnight. Their destination: The home of Reverend Clarke. Their mission: To warn Patriot leaders John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the impending British raid. \nStart your Patriots’ Day early as they arrive and raise the alarm in Lexington! Join us for a live reenactment\, complete with real horses! \nPlease note that Hancock Street will be shut down ahead of this event and parking is not available on site. Parking at 57 Bedford Street is recommended. \nThis program is brought to you in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men. \nFREE and open to the public! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/paul-reveres-ride-reenactment-4/ LOCATION:Hancock-Clarke House\, 36 Hancock Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/lexington-ma_hancock-clarke-house.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Lexington History Museums":MAILTO:programs@lexingtonhistory.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T051500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T063000 DTSTAMP:20260331T211447Z CREATED:20260331T211447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T211447Z UID:35889-1776489300-1776493800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington DESCRIPTION:On the night of April 18th\, 1775\, over 700 British soldiers were sent from Boston to Concord to destroy a store of ammunition and other supplies for an anticipated war. As dawn approached on the fateful following morning\, the town militia of Lexington stood in anxious anticipation to stand in their way. The two groups squared off on the town common\, a single\, mysterious shot rang out\, and the British soldiers opened fire. When the smoke cleared\, eight Americans lay dead\, another ten were wounded\, and a war for independence had begun. \nEach year\, the town of Lexington and a dedicated corps of reenactors recreates this event in real time on its original site. This year\, the event will take place on Saturday\, April 18th\, at approximately 5:15 AM. \nVISITOR TIPS: The Battle Reenactment starts very early in the morning\, with the Belfry ringing the militia to muster at 5:15 am and the battle following at 6:00 am (the actual time the historic battle occurred). The crowd around the Green can be several people deep; plan to arrive early\, by 4:00 AM if not earlier\, to pick a viewing spot. Ladders and stepstools are not allowed on the Green (please see the town website for other restrictions). \nPhoto courtesy of the Lexington Minute Men \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/reenactment-of-the-battle-of-lexington-2/ LOCATION:Lexington Common\, 1625 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/patriots-day-2022_battle-of-lexington.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153630Z CREATED:20260331T150629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153630Z UID:35812-1776506400-1776529800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Hartwell Tavern Open House DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18\, 2026\n10:00 am – 4:30 pm \nExplore the interior of the Hartwell Tavern. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about Massachusetts on the brink of war in 1774 & 1775. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/hartwell-tavern-open-house-2/ LOCATION:Hartwell Tavern\, 112 North Great Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Battle-Road-2009137-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153934Z CREATED:20260331T150958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153934Z UID:35814-1776506400-1776529800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Smith House Open House DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\n10:00 am – 4:30 pm \nExplore the interior of the William Smith House. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about Massachusetts on the brink of war in 1774 & 1775. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/smith-house-open-house-2/ LOCATION:Captain William Smith House\, North Great Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/minute-man-nhp_capt-william-smith-house-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153955Z CREATED:20260331T151916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153955Z UID:35816-1776506400-1776529800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Colonel James Barrett House Open House DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\n10:00 am – 4:30 pm \nExplore the interior of the Colonel James Barrett House. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about Massachusetts on the brink of war in 1774 & 1775. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/barrett-farm-open-house/ LOCATION:Colonel James Barrett House\, 448 Barrett's Mill Road\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Barrett-house-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T113000 DTSTAMP:20260331T152613Z CREATED:20260331T152613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T152613Z UID:35820-1776510000-1776511800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:The King of Battle: Artillery Demonstration DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\nNorth Bridge Visitor Center\n11:00 am & 1:00 pm (30 Minutes) \nBetween September 1774 and April 1775\, the people of Massachusetts raced British soldiers to secure large quantities of artillery and ammunition. Overall\, the Patriot forces moved scores of cannon from the coast of Massachusetts to inland stockpiles including one located in Concord. Come experience the devastating power of artillery in 1775 and learn why the threat of patriot cannon ultimately spurred the British Army into action. \nPrograms will be held at 11 am and 1 pm. Firing will be dependent on weather and cannon crew. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-king-of-battle-artillery-demonstration/2026-04-18/ LOCATION:North Bridge Visitor Center\, Minute Man National Historical Park\, 174 Liberty Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/mima-royal-artillery.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260420T160000 DTSTAMP:20260331T164120Z CREATED:20260331T164120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T164120Z UID:35865-1776510000-1776700800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Patriots’ Day Weekend: Free Admission & Tours DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Patriots’ Day weekend at the historic Jason Russell House & Museum with FREE guided tours\, sponsored by Leader Bank. Visitors are invited to explore the site of the largest skirmish of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War and one of Arlington’s most important historic landmarks. \nFree tours will be offered as part of the 251st anniversary of the Battle of Lexington\, Concord\, and Menotomy. Guests will have the opportunity to step inside the Jason Russell House\, and experience the events that took place in Menotomy (now Arlington) of April 19\, 1775. \nApril 18 – April 20\n11am – 4pm\n7 Jason Street\nArlington\, MA \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/patriots-day-weekend-free-admission-tours/ LOCATION:Arlington Historical Society\, 7 Jason Street\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/JRH-Free-Tours.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T180000 DTSTAMP:20260331T164631Z CREATED:20260331T164631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T164631Z UID:35871-1776513600-1776535200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Menotomy Beer Hall DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Patriots’ Day weekend at an indoor beer hall featuring craft beer from Arlington Brewing Company. This family-friendly event will include live music\, games\, and arts and crafts for children. Food and beverages will be available from local businesses. \nThis collaborative event is hosted by the Arlington Historical Society\, Town of Arlington\, & Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/menotomy-beer-hall-2/ LOCATION:Arlington Town Hall\, 730 Massachusetts Avenue\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_5358-e1773241434203.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T170524Z CREATED:20260403T170524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T170524Z UID:36017-1776517200-1776537000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:"Patriots' Day Spirit" at the Faulkner Homestead DESCRIPTION:Travel back in time with the Iron Work Farm to share the experience of two generations of Col. Francis Faulkner’s family on the first day of the American Revolution\, when Acton’s West Militia marched from the Faulkner house to the Concord Bridge. \nAfter the men left\, the women and children gathered in the dooryard to cook food to be taken on horseback to them later in the day.  Experience the virtues of authentic foods\, join in colonial games on the lawn\, and come back later to meet the Minutemen!. \nAt about 5:40\, the Acton Minutemen will reenact the arrival of the alarm rider bringing the news to Col. Faulkner of the British marching on Concord. \n  \nParking is available on nearby public lots.    www.ironworkfarm.org. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/patriots-day-spirit-at-the-faulkner-homestead-3/ LOCATION:Faulkner Homestead\, 5 High Street\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Faulkner-costumes-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T153000 DTSTAMP:20260331T213609Z CREATED:20260331T213609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T213609Z UID:35903-1776519000-1776526200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Lexington’s 2026 Patriots’ Day Parade DESCRIPTION:In celebration of America 250\, Lexington will present its Patriots’ Day Parade on Saturday\, April 18\, at 1:30 PM (please note the new start time). The step-off point is at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue\, and will follow through to Lexington Center\, ending at Worthen Road. \nA wide variety of groups\, reenactors\, marching bands\, and much more will be on hand to entertain us. Information relative to and updates for Patriots’ Day Weekend will be posted promptly at www.patriotsday.com. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lexingtons-2026-patriots-day-parade/ LOCATION:Lexington\, MA\, Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/lex-parade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T144500 DTSTAMP:20260331T152933Z CREATED:20260331T152933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T152933Z UID:35823-1776520800-1776523500@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Preparing for War 1775 DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18\, 2026\nHartwell Tavern\n2:00 pm – 2:45 pm \nIn the lead up to the American Revolution\, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress called for the creation of a provincial army to oppose British Regular forces in Boston. The Provincial Congress knew that a successful army required not just men\, but an incredible amount of supplies. Join park staff and living history interpreters as they talk through the incredible efforts of the people to build a Massachusetts Army in 1775. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/preparing-for-war-1775/ LOCATION:Hartwell Tavern\, 112 North Great Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Battle-Road-2009137-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Minute Man National Park":MAILTO:info@friendsofminuteman.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T160000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153127Z CREATED:20260331T153127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153127Z UID:35825-1776524400-1776528000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Neighbors in Arms: Immersive Militia Program DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 18\, 2026\nHartwell Tavern\n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nJoin a Park Ranger to learn about the Massachusetts Militia of 1775 and. See if you have what it takes to be an 18th century militia soldier. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/neighbors-in-arms-immersive-militia-program/ LOCATION:Hartwell Tavern\, 112 North Great Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Battle-Road-2009137-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T183000 DTSTAMP:20260331T214817Z CREATED:20260331T214817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T214817Z UID:35909-1776531600-1776537000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Robbins' Ride Reenactment DESCRIPTION:Join the Acton Minutemen as they commemorate the heroic ride of the thirteen year old son of Captain Joseph Robbins\, one of Acton’s militia leaders\, in the early morning hours of April 19th\, 1775. Click here to learn more about this story! \nCeremonies and fire musket vollies are held at each of the four stops\, and at the Faulkner Homestead in South Acton\, Faulkner himself stumbles out in his nightclothes and manages (hopefully) to fire his musket 3 times to spread the alarm to his troops\, whereupon the volley is echoed by another musket some distance away\, followed by yet another even further off\, demonstrating how the alarm was spread across town. \nPlease  join us for this annual event held on the Saturday of Patriots’ Day weekend! Here is the preliminary schedule of the stops the rider makes: \n5:00 pm at the Robbins’ Homesite – soccer fields at bottom of Concord Road \n5:20 at the Isaac Davis Homestead – 39 Hayward Road \n5:40 at the Faulkner Homestead – 5 High Street in So. Acton (corner of Rte. 27) \n5:55 at the Liberty Tree Farm – 24 Liberty Street\, also in So. Acton \nClick here to view a map of the route. \nImage courtesy of Anne Forbes\, Iron Work Farm URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/robbins-ride-reenactment-4/ LOCATION:Acton\, MA\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/iron-work-farm_robbins-ride.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T054500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T063000 DTSTAMP:20260331T213818Z CREATED:20260331T213818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T213818Z UID:35905-1776577500-1776580200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Dawn Salute DESCRIPTION:Muster at Buttrick Hillside at 5:45 a.m. \nChurch bells at First Parish in Concord toll at 6:00 a.m. to sound the alarm. \n“Dr. Prescott” arrives at the North Bridge after riding across the fields calling out the warning to towns and villages that the Regulars were on the march and that their destination was Concord. The Concord Minute Men fire salutes and the Concord Independent Battery fire several volleys from the field at the Old Manse. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/dawn-salute-2/ LOCATION:Buttrick Hillside\, Old North Bridge Path\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Dawn-Salute.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Concord 250th Committee":MAILTO:250celebration@concordma.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T063000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T093000 DTSTAMP:20260331T210837Z CREATED:20260331T210837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T210837Z UID:35887-1776580200-1776591000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Isaac Davis Trail March DESCRIPTION:Each year\, on the Monday of Patriots’ Day weekend\, the Acton Minutemen recreate the famous march to Concord over the remnants of the original trail that Captain Isaac Davis and his men traveled on that fateful day\, referred to by stone markers labeled “Line of March\, April 19\, 1775”. Click here to learn more about this story. \nWe start off at the Isaac Davis homestead at 39 Hayward Rd. in Acton at 5:50am\, where we hold a short ceremony of remembrance. From there\, we head to Acton Center\, arriving about 6:20am at the monument where Isaac Davis\, Abner Hosmer\, and James Hayward are buried\, and have another short remembrance ceremony. From there we march to Concord over the original route (as closely as possible)\, arriving at the Old North Bridge about 9:00\, where we will reenact the original battle that took place there\, along with British reenactor units. \nThe public is encouraged to join us as we march the trail from Acton to Concord. It is an experience that you and your family will never forget. Join in the history\, in the fun\, and in the tradition. Make this event a regular tradition in your family and keep the “life” in living history!! \nImage courtesy of jrcovert via Wikimedia Commons \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/isaac-davis-trail-march-3/ LOCATION:Acton\, MA\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Isaac_Davis_Trail_March_2012.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T093000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153412Z CREATED:20260331T153412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153412Z UID:35827-1776587400-1776591000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:North Bridge Real Time Battle Walk DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nProgram will begin at North Bridge Visitor Center\n174 Liberty Street\, Concord MA\n8:30 am- 9:30 am \nCommemorate the “Shot Heard ‘Round the World” in real time during this one hour Ranger led battle walk. Explore the story of the North Bridge and the soldiers who fought and died on this ground 251 years ago. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/north-bridge-real-time-battle-walk/ LOCATION:North Bridge Visitor Center\, Minute Man National Historical Park\, 174 Liberty Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/MIMA_walk62CB907A-90CE-350C-4A42D5E60A3C3CA5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T104500 DTSTAMP:20260331T154838Z CREATED:20260331T154838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154838Z UID:35847-1776592800-1776595500@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Caught in the Storm of War: The Civilian Evacuation DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nWilliam Smith House\n10:00-10:45 am \nLearn about the experiences of non-combatants on April 19\, 1775 and the incredible stories of those who struggled to protect their families from the horrors of war. \nPhoto courtesy of Minute Man National Historical Park via TheHistoryList.com \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/caught-in-the-storm-of-war-the-civilian-evacuation-2/ LOCATION:Captain William Smith House\, North Great Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/patriots-day-2022_caught-in-the-storm-of-war.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153731Z CREATED:20260331T153710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153731Z UID:35829-1776592800-1776616200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Hartwell Tavern Open House DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\n10:00 am – 4:30 pm \nExplore the interior of the Hartwell Tavern. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about the fighting that swept through these houses on April 19\, 1775. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/hartwell-tavern-open-house-3/ LOCATION:Hartwell Tavern\, 112 North Great Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Battle-Road-2009137-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T153831Z CREATED:20260331T153831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T153831Z UID:35830-1776592800-1776616200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Smith House Open House DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\n10:00 am – 4:30 pm \nExplore the interior of the William Smith House. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about the fighting that swept through these houses on April 19\, 1775. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/smith-house-open-house-3/ LOCATION:Captain William Smith House\, North Great Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/minute-man-nhp_capt-william-smith-house-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T154339Z CREATED:20260331T154339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154339Z UID:35843-1776592800-1776616200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Nathan Meriam House Open House DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nNathan Meriam House\n10:00 am to 4:30 pm \nExplore the interior of the Nathan Meriam House. Talk with living history interpreters dressed in eighteenth century attire and learn about the fighting that swept through this house on April 19\, 1775. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Friends of Minute Man National Park \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/nathan-meriam-house-open-house/ LOCATION:Nathan Meriam House\, Lexington Rd & Old Bedford Rd\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Living History,Talks,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Meriam.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T154654Z CREATED:20260331T154654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154654Z UID:35845-1776592800-1776616200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:British Army Camp Followers Display Open DESCRIPTION:Sunday April 19\, 2026\nMinute Man Visitor Center\n10:00 am – 4:30 pm \nWhen British Regular Soldiers arrived in Boston during the summer of 1774\, they brought hundreds of civilians and the families of soldiers stationed in North America. Join living history volunteers as they discuss the experiences of civilians following the British Army during its campaigns in North America. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/british-army-camp-followers-display-open/ LOCATION:Minute Man Visitor Center\, 200 N Great Rd\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/mima-lincoln-ma_minute-man-visitor-center-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T130000 DTSTAMP:20260331T155220Z CREATED:20260331T155220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T155220Z UID:35850-1776596400-1776603600@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Elm Brook Hill Immersive Battle Walk DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nHartwell Tavern\n11:00 am-1:00 pm \nJoin us for an immersive battle walk through the fighting around Elm Brook Hill on April 19\, 1775. Participate in the experience as you walk the Battle Road and learn about the recent archaeological investigations that unlocked the stories of soldiers who fought and died across this battlefield. \nThis program will cover a loop of roughly 1 mile along the Battle Road Trail. At times it will include musket firing and require visitors to move briskly. Please bring water and study walking shoes. \nPhoto courtesy of Minute Man National Historical Park via TheHistoryList.com \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/elm-brook-hill-immersive-battle-walk/ LOCATION:Hartwell Tavern\, 112 North Great Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Tours,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/patriots-day-2022_edmund-foster-bloody-angle.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T140000 DTSTAMP:20260331T164344Z CREATED:20260331T164344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T164344Z UID:35868-1776596400-1776780000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Family Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of outdoor activities and local history on the lawn of the Jason Russell House. This family-friendly event is co-sponsored by the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum and the Old Schwamb Mill\, bringing together three of Arlington’s historical organizations for a shared community day. \nWhether you are interested in art\, local history\, or just looking for a low-key way to spend the afternoon outdoors with the family\, there will be a variety of activities to enjoy. \nThis event is free for all visitors! \nSunday\, April 19th\n11am – 2pm\n7 Jason Street\nArlington Historical Society \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/family-day/ LOCATION:Arlington Historical Society\, 7 Jason Street\, Arlington\, MA\, 02476\, United States CATEGORIES:Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20170916_112504-scaled-e1772652391239.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T140000 DTSTAMP:20260331T155517Z CREATED:20260331T155517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T155517Z UID:35852-1776605400-1776607200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Care of the Wounded DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nHartwell Tavern\n1:30-2:00 pm \nWhen the fighting ended on April 19\, 1775 a road of carnage stretched over 16 miles from Concord to Boston. Join park staff at the historic Hartwell Tavern in Lincoln\, MA\, to learn the harrowing stories of those who buried the dead\, cared for the wounded and faced an uncertain world in the days following. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/care-of-the-wounded/ LOCATION:Hartwell Tavern\, 112 North Great Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01742\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/mima-after-the-battle-e1743595195224.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T143000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T153000 DTSTAMP:20260331T155740Z CREATED:20260331T155740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T155740Z UID:35855-1776609000-1776612600@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Parker's Revenge Immersive Battle Walk DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nMinute Man Visitor Center\n2:30-3:30 PM \nJoin us for an immersive battle walk at the site of Parker’s Revenge on April 19\, 1775. Participate in the experience as you walk the Battle Road and learn about the recent archaeological investigations that unlocked the stories of soldiers who fought and died across this battlefield. \nThis program will cover a loop of roughly 0.5 miles along the Battle Road Trail. At times it will include musket firing and require visitors to move briskly. Please bring water and sturdy walking shoes. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/parkers-revenge-immersive-battle-walk/ LOCATION:Minute Man Visitor Center\, 200 N Great Rd\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/mima-parkersrevenge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T163000 DTSTAMP:20260331T160019Z CREATED:20260331T160019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T160019Z UID:35857-1776614400-1776616200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Royal Artillery Firing Demonstration DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nTrainor Field near Minute Man Visitor Center\n4:00 pm (30 Minutes) \nOn the afternoon of April 19\, 1775 a reinforcement column led by British Brigadier General Hugh Percy arrived in Lexington to rescue the battered British Soldiers retreating from Concord. As Militia soldiers swarmed through Lexington the boom of two 6-pounder British Artillery pieces echoed across the town and sent the militiamen scattering for cover. \nJoin Park Rangers and Volunteers as they talk through the key role British Artillery played during the afternoon of April 19\, 1775. This program will include an artillery firing demonstration from park volunteers portraying Royal Artillery. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/royal-artillery-firing-demonstration-2/ LOCATION:Trainor Field\, 200 N Great Rd\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/mima-royal-artillery.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T200000 DTSTAMP:20260331T163624Z CREATED:20260331T163624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T163624Z UID:35861-1776625200-1776628800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Patriots' Day Candlelight Tribute at Fairview Cemetery DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite you to our Annual Patriots Day Candlelight Tribute on Sunday evening\, April 19\, at the beautiful Old Division of Fairview Cemetery as the sun sets. This special event offers a unique self-guided stroll where you can explore the service records of Westford’s Revolutionary War Patriots right from your phone or tablet. \nReflecting on the days leading up to April 19\, 1775\, the courageous men of Westford were diligently drilling and training on the Westford Common\, ready to respond at a moment’s notice. The rising tensions between American colonists and the British government were palpable\, and the residents of Westford demonstrated their steadfast commitment to supporting the colony. \nCome join us in honoring some of the brave soldiers who heeded the call and marched to Concord on that pivotal day\, all of whom are commemorated in Fairview Cemetery. \nJohn Abbot (1743-1805): 2nd Lieutenant\, Westford’s First Foot Company\nThomas Cummings (1734-1818): 1st Lieutenant\, Westford’s Minute Company\nHosea Hildreth (1744-1776): Corporal\, Westford’s Second Foot Company\nJonathan Minot (1723-1806): Captain\, Westford’s Second Foot Company \nJoin us this Patriots Day\, April 19th\, to honor the remarkable contributions of Rev. Willard Hall (1703-1779)\, a devoted Loyalist and minister of the First Parish Church of Westford\, alongside Thomas Greenough Jr. (1738-1775)\, a courageous Boston refugee. Their legacies profoundly shaped our town’s history and influenced the course of the war. \nThis Patriots’ Day\, April 19\, 2026\, take a delightful stroll through the beautifully illuminated Old Division of historic Fairview Cemetery\, and immerse yourself in the stories that continue to inspire our community today! \nWe look forward to sharing this meaningful experience with you! \nEnter and park at the cemetery via Tadmuck Rd. \nWe extend our gratitude to Rockland Trust for their generous support of the Westford Museum’s Westford Rev 250 program series\, which celebrates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. \nPhoto courtesy of the Westford Historical Society & Museum \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/patriots-day-candlelight-tribute-at-fairview-cemetery-2/ LOCATION:Fairview Cemetery\, Tadmuck Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/westlawn-Graves-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260419T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260419T203000 DTSTAMP:20260331T205201Z CREATED:20260331T205201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T205201Z UID:35874-1776625200-1776630600@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Lincoln Alarm & Muster DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nLincoln Public Library Lawn\n7:00 PM \nStand on the edges of time and watch a moving reenactment of the alarm and muster that took place in Lincoln 251 years ago. \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening as we reenact the alarm and muster—the moment when Lincoln’s residents heard the call to arms and rushed to assemble. Feel the urgency of the moment as Minute Men gather\, quickly donning their gear and preparing for the battle they know may soon come. The sound of drums and fife will echo through Lincoln’s historic town center as they answer the call for liberty. \nAfter the reenactment\, follow the fife players to Pierce Park\, where you can enjoy music\, mingle with fellow attendees\, and participate in an informal Q & A with the Lincoln Minute Men about the history and significance of this pivotal moment in Lincoln’s past. This is a chance to connect with those who are passionate about preserving this story and learn more about the courage that defined these patriots. \nIt’s a time to reflect\, to imagine\, and to honor the men and women who stood ready to defend freedom at a moment’s notice. Come experience the spirit of the past\, and see history come alive as we commemorate this important anniversary. \nPresented by the Lincoln Minutemen \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lincoln-alarm-muster-3/ LOCATION:Lincoln Public Library\, 3 Bedford Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/lincoln_AlarmandMustermusketfiringcopy.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR