GREAT MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, CONCORD, MA
Welcome to Rev Quest! Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and learn a bit about life in Bolton at that time. Included are stories of fourteen Bolton citizens who were involved in the American Revolution. Each citizen-patriot is paired with a site in Bolton, marked by the number in the upper left corner […]
April 4 to May 31, 2025 Public Art: Commemorative Banners and Audio Tour Arlington Center, outside along Mass Avenue People, Plants & Revolution is the theme for a series of colorful banners and an audio tour commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in Arlington, MA. Organized by ArtsArlington, the banners portray the landscape elements and […]
April 12, 2025 8-10pm and April 14, 2025 2:30-4:30pm The Umbrella Arts Center Main Stage Theater 144 World premiere of new documentary about the history of slavery in the region surrounding Concord, Massachusetts, in co-production by Kogainon Films (USA) and GTVdocs (UK). The documentary reveals a long-suppressed secret, set in Concord, Massachusetts—the birthplace of the […]
Join us on Sunday, April 13, 2025, to kick off the museum’s 50th anniversary celebration! This special event will feature a rededication of the museum as well as the opportunity to see “Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington” and “Looking Back, Moving Forward: Fifty Years of Collecting.” The celebration takes place from 2pm […]
Exhibition: April 14 - June 14, 2025 Opening Reception April 14, 6PM The Umbrella Arts Center in historic Concord Center will commemorate the semiquincentennial of the American Revolution and “the shot heard round the world” with an ambitious outdoor/indoor public and gallery art exhibition, Weaving an Address, curated by artist Marla McLeod. For the first […]
Based on the beloved film that took home the Audience Award at The Sundance Film Festival, The Umbrella Stage Company’s The Spitfire Grill follows the journey of Percy Talbott, a spirited young woman who perseveres through personal hardship, violence and incarceration to seek redemption in rural Wisconsin. But in the small town of Gilead, she […]
Meet the Littleton Patriots of 1775. Come visit the newest exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the beginning of the War of Independence. Meet the 29 patriots of Littleton who marched to Concord on April 19, 1775. The exhibit provides information about the events leading up to the Revolutionary War and how they affected the […]
Wednesday, April 30: In recognition of the birth of America, we'll present "An Evening With Paul Revere" and, yes, "Paul" will be there to speak about his life and his involvement in the American Revolution. Programs: All programs begin at 7 p.m. and most are FREE to 2025 members; non-members pay $5 at the door. […]
Every first Thursday of the month, admission is FREE at the Fitchburg Art Museum! We have extended hours from 12 to 7pm, and the Fitchburg Farmers Market is held indoors at the museum from 3 to 5:30pm. The Fitchburg Farmers Market is organized to celebrate the vibrant local flavor and culture of Fitchburg through agriculture, […]
Free outdoor evening performance of fife and drum music at the scene of the first skirmish in the Revolutionary War. Hosted by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps of Lexington and featuring four other corps. 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 premier ceramics exhibit in the state of Mass! The State of Clay is a juried show open to original, innovative ceramic work by current and former residents of Massachusetts or those with close ties to Massachusetts. The aim of the show is to broaden public awareness of contemporary ceramic art and to provide a […]
Come learn about vernal ponds and the wildlife that live in them! The Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team will present a short film, “Vernal Ponds,” which includes the definition of a vernal pool and lots of footage of Cape Ann wildlife. The team will explain the importance of these pools and how to protect them. […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
The Prudence Wright Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and the Pepperell 250th Anniversary Committee are pleased to announce a re-enactment of the “The Women Who Guarded the Bridge” on May 3, 2025. This historic event is back by popular demand! The re-enactment features Pepperell’s local heroine Prudence Wright, who assembled a militia […]
Outdoor Artisan Markets 2025 Pop-Up Parking Lot Sales Events coming to LexArt in 2025 Applications are now open to all vendors! During the warmer months, LexArt will be hosting outdoor artisan pop-up markets in our Parking Lot. These markets will have vendors that are selling one of kind handmade arts and crafts. LexArt is inviting […]
Explore the symbolism of colors used in icons and the importance for iconographers of getting the tone and color exactly right. Experiment with creating colors and tones using a paint similar to what is used by iconographers using gum arabic and pigments; participants will be encouraged to make different tones and create a monochromatic painting […]
The Umbrella Arts Center is home to more than 60 working artists skilled in a variety of fine and applied arts including ceramics, glass, fiber arts, jewelry making, illustration, mixed-media, painting, photography, printmaking, illustration, sculpture, woodworking, writing and more. Our annual Open Studios is an incredible opportunity to meet our artists, learn about their process, […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
The time is January 1774. Carol Cohen, playing the role of Abigail Adams, invites a group of women to Boston for a "Spinning Bee". These were meetings where the Daughters of Liberty gathered to discuss matters of concern to colonists while they spun yarn that could be woven into fabric. The audience is part of […]
Join local historian Amy Brown as she discusses what life was like and what people were doing in Lancaster in 1775 as simmering tensions between the Colonies and England evolved into outright war. Were Lancastrians involved in the events leading up to the Revolution? Find out what mattered to Lancastrians during this important year in […]
We are pleased to invite you to join the Groton Conservation Trust for its annual meeting of its membership. This year, we are excited to welcome special guest speaker Ethan Tapper, a forester and author of How to Love a Forest. This event is made possible in part thanks to a grant from the Lecture Fund from […]
IMPORTANT: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO UNFAVORABLE WEATHER CONDITIONS. Join the Board of Rediscover Mapledale for a walk on the ground of Stow Acres to explore the Story of Mapledale Country Club. DATE: Friday, May 9th TIME: 6:30 - 7:30 PM LOCATION: Stow Acres, 58 Randall Road, Stow, MA 01775 This program […]
This last glaciation, 12,000 years ago, created a 30-mile long Lake Nashua, river deltas of tributaries, and drumlins, kettle holes, and eskers along the shore. Indigenous peoples began to move in when the ice retreated. The rich soil and sculpted landscape created many relatively isolated environments that fostered a profusion of plant and wildlife. The […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
On Saturday May 10 from 11am to 3pm, your $10 discounted admission to the Wright Tavern Museum (2 Lexington Road in Concord. MA) comes with the opportunity to play a historical miniatures game of the British Retreat from Concord on April 19, 1775. We will be using Musket and Tomahawk rules which enable players to command […]
Join Concord’s native ornithologist, author, and naturalist on a bird walk at Walden Pond State Reservation with frequent collaborator Lillian Stokes & others. Peter Alden is the author of 16 wildlife books, including National Audubon’s Field Guide to New England. He is also on staff at the Thoreau Society Shop at Walden. All children must […]
Historical Piano Concerts' 39th Spring season presents performances every Sunday in May. The four concerts pay homage to the pianist-composers associated with the Collection's historical original pianos. You'll find detailed information on all events and the instruments at FrederickCollection.org. On Sunday, May 11th, pianist Yukiko Sekino plays music by Chopin on a piano by Erard, […]
We invite the community to come and enjoy the scenic vista of the farm. Bring your dog, on or off leash, and walk over 4 miles of trails. Steele Farm is a thirty-six-acre historic New England farmscape. This relatively open and expansive landscape provides the community with commanding views, historic structures, recreational opportunities, and wildlife […]
At SVT’s Smith Conservation Land, we need your help to find and identify as many species as possible this spring. SVT has been removing non-native trees and invasive plants over the last several years as we work towards restoring the native vegetation and natural systems. In order to demonstrate the changes over time, we need […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
Nearby Wachusett Mountain is full of rich history and has been a popular hiking destination for centuries. Westminster nature lover and published author Matt Landry will be back at the museum with his latest book, a hiking and history guide. Signed copies of his books will be available for purchase (including his Feb 2024 book […]
Join local bird expert Michael Veit for a stroll through the Heald Street Orchard to view the annual migration of birds who visit the property each Spring. Birds will be identified by Michael, and others in attendance, using flight patterns, calls, and visual observations. The property is known for the large number of warblers who […]
“Our Untold Stories” Observing the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution Rain or Shine ◆ Under the Big Tent Join us for a special event full of art, history, and fun at the Jason Russell House! The morning kicks off with an art show, featuring continental breakfast items available for purchase. At noon, enjoy a special […]
This guided hike, limited to 15 attendees, will take place on May 17th from 9:30 - 11:00 am, rain or shine. We will meet at the trailhead of the Jewell Hill Trail on Ashby West Rd. in Fitchburg. Click here to register. Most of the hike will traverse and explore the Baker Family Public Forest […]
Join Concord’s native ornithologist, author, and naturalist on a bird walk at Walden Pond State Reservation with frequent collaborator Lillian Stokes & others. Peter Alden is the author of 16 wildlife books, including National Audubon’s Field Guide to New England. He is also on staff at the Thoreau Society Shop at Walden. All children must […]
Littleton and surrounding communities are home to over 80 species of edible wild plants, some of which as more nutritious and/or flavorful than their cultivated counterparts. These include native species, like Spicebush and Carrion Flower; non-native weeds, like Chicory and Burdock; and invasive species, like Dame’s Rocket and Japanese Knotweed. Join Russ Cohen, author of […]
Follow a longer or a shorter loop along the Nashua River following paths that have been used by fishermen, animals, and kids for many years. In past years, we have spotted wildlife including beaver, birds, garter snakes, turtles, and other small wildlife. Dogs on leashes are welcome. Wear comfortable hiking boots or waterproof boots, long […]
Have the buildings around Town Green always been the same? Which one was built first? What sort of things has the Green been used for over the years? Come celebrate Lancaster History Month with Special Collections Librarian Victoria Hatchell as she discusses the history of Town Green and the structures surrounding it. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
Doug Halley describes the discovery of the Pine Hawk archaeological site and its significance. He relates how the project activated an increased interest in historical preservation, leading to the restoration of the Acton Stone Chamber continuing to work on Acton’s Trail Through Time, which brings the interface of two different cultures to light. Doug oversaw […]
Have the buildings around Town Green always been the same? Which one was built first? What sort of things has the Green been used for over the years? Come celebrate Lancaster History Month with Special Collections Librarian Victoria Hatchell as she discusses the history of Town Green and the structures surrounding it. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. […]
Join us for a screening of an episode of the Association of Black Citizens of Lexington (ABCL)'s Black Patriots of Lexington (Stow & Boxborough) with a Question and Answer session to follow. Commemorate the significant role that Black men and women played in the Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775. Economic Patriots […]
Please join us on Thursday, May 22nd from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM for an evening educational workshop regarding Indigenous Tribal Territories in Greater Boston and New England. This event is part of the Friends of the Fells Native Land Learning Series honoring the deep knowledge and contributions of our Indigenous community members, led by […]
The History of Trolley Service in Westford In the early 1900s, the Lowell & Fitchburg Street Railway operated a trolley line connecting Lowell to Ayer. This line passed through North Chelmsford and extended to Forge Village. In 1907, a branch line of the Lowell & Fitchburg ran along Brookside Road, around Whidden’s Corner, and terminated […]
Please join us on Friday, May 23rd from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM for a guided Plant Walk and Wampum Art showcase in the Middlesex Fells. Elizabeth James-Perry will lead a 2.5 hour Plant and Tree walk in the Middlesex Fells from 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM, followed by a 30 minute showcase of basketry, […]
Help us remember our heroes! Take part in observing Memorial Day and commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill! Did you know Pepperell provided the commander and about 60 men who fought at Bunker Hill? Eight of them were killed and eight wounded. We honor them today, as well as the 230 […]
The History of the Nashua River in Pepperell Mural will open to the public on May 24, 2025, one day after its official unveiling. The mural includes seven large panels conceived by Nan Quintin, designed by Mark Fountain, and painted by a consortium of local artists. It portrays the story of the life along the […]
Historic New England – Gropius House 1938 - Explore a revolution! Walter Gropius, founder of the German design school known as the Bauhaus, was one of the most influential architects of the 20th century. Modest in scale, the 1938 Gropius family home was revolutionary in impact. In keeping with Bauhaus philosophy, every aspect of the […]
The History of the Nashua River in Pepperell Mural will open to the public on May 24, 2025, one day after its official unveiling. The mural includes seven large panels conceived by Nan Quintin, designed by Mark Fountain, and painted by a consortium of local artists. It portrays the story of the life along the […]
Did you ever wonder where that saying comes from? This activity will solve the mystery. You will learn the mysteries of colonial nocturnal life when you experience a visit to the Jones Tavern. Following this interactive experience, you will be invited to share in "breaking fast" in our Tavern dining room feasting on a traditional […]
Shirley's School #8 was built in 1848 and housed classes into the early 20th century. Then it was used as a municipal building where community groups could meet. In 1976, the Shirley Historical Society began the project to return the building to its appearance as a schoolhouse. Visitors can now sit at an old fashioned […]
The History of the Nashua River in Pepperell Mural will open to the public on May 24, 2025, one day after its official unveiling. The mural includes seven large panels conceived by Nan Quintin, designed by Mark Fountain, and painted by a consortium of local artists. It portrays the story of the life along the […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
The Old Schwamb Mill is partnering with ArtsArlington to show examples of diverse public art projects to be installed around Arlington as part of the 250th commemoration of the American Revolution. The exhibition will be on view through May 31. The artworks include 12 commemorative banners on light poles along Mass Ave., painted horses and […]
This guided event will take participants on an early evening paddle along the main stem and back coves of the scenic Squannacook River. A Nashua River Watershed Association educator will lead the group on a leisurely interpretive paddle, providing information about the history of the Squannacook and the abundant organisms found in, on and around […]
Join us for a free 45-minute tour of the Buttrick Gardens at Minute Man National Historical Park. Learn about the history and preservation of these beautiful historic gardens, first established by the Buttrick family in 1911. Successive generations enlarged the gardens until 1962, when the National Park Service purchased the property. Stewards of the land […]
This program is designed to be intentionally inclusive and accessible for beginning birders. Birders of all experience levels are welcome. Nestled between two water bodies, this trail is a wonderful place to look and listen for birds and use our senses to observe behavior and notice habitats. We will walk slowly for ¾ mile round […]
Emmy and SAG-nominated TITUSS BURGESS has quickly emerged as one of the entertainment industry’s most versatile and dynamic performers, with his work in television, film, and theater generating both critical and commercial acclaim. Tituss most recently starred as Harold Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. He was seen on TV in Season 2 […]
How did prehistoric geological forces create the landscape of Menotomy? Did the narrow corridor of Battle Road between steep hillsides at the Foot of the Rocks influence the outcome of the American Revolution? Who were the people of Menotomy who played a role on that critical day of April 19, 1775? These are some of […]
On April 19, 1775, Harvard sent at least one man from every household to drive the British back to Boston, and soldiers from the town fought in every ensuing battle north of the Chesapeake. As part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the nation’s independence, Harvard will hold a living history tour of […]
Saturdays, 1:30pm Tours March 22, 2025 – June 30, 2025 Between twenty and forty colonists who fought along the Battle Road on April 19, 1775, were of African descent or Indigenous people. Although excluded from required militia service prior to the war, these individuals of color were the first of many to take up arms […]
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