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:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260426T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260331T210246Z CREATED:20260331T210246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T210246Z UID:35885-1777217400-1777226400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Old Burying Ground Tribute DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 26\, 2026\n3:30 PM\nPierce House\, 17 Weston Road\, march to the Old Precinct Burial Ground \n4:00 PM\nOld Precinct Burial Ground\, 38 Lexington Road\, located in the southeast corner of the Lexington Road Cemetery. In case of rain\, all observances will take place at the Pierce House. \nJoin us for a solemn ceremony as we honor both American and British soldiers of the Revolution resting in Lincoln’s Old Burying Ground. \nOld Burial Ground Tribute:\nEleven Lincoln Patriots of the Revolution and five British soldiers are buried in the oldest of Lincoln’s three burial grounds. An annual commemorative ceremony by the Lincoln Minute Men has been conducted at their graves for more than fifty years. \nThe Company assembles with a contingent of British soldiers and invited dignitaries at Pierce House\, and with fifes\, drums\, and bagpipes playing\, we march across fields and along historic paths to the burial ground\, where we enter with muffled drums and fifes playing a Revolutionary funeral march. They are joined for the ceremony by a representative from the British Consulate in Boston. LMM members present dramatic narratives; soldiers provide commemorative volleys; musicians play solemn laments. Two children assist the LMM Captain in placing flags at Patriots’ graves. British soldiers and the British Consulate’s representative place a wreath at the British monument. \nAfter the ceremony\, The Lincoln Minute Men march back to Pierce House for refreshments provided by the Lincoln Historical Society. \nImage courtesy of the Lincoln Minute Men\n \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/old-burying-ground-tribute-3/ LOCATION:Lincoln Cemetery\, Lexington Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals,Living History,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/b467cb_f883501cfc084db38f4ed1d6a7e464a6mv2_d_1365_2048_s_2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260420T064500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260420T080000 DTSTAMP:20260331T205528Z CREATED:20260331T205528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T205528Z UID:35883-1776667500-1776672000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Dawn Tribute & March to Concord DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 20\, 2026\n6:45 AM Tribute\n7:00 AM March to Concord \nStarts next to Bemis Hall\n15 Bedford Road\, Lincoln\, MA \nStart your day with a solemn tribute at dawn at the Bemis Burying Ground\, where we honor the fallen patriots who gave everything for liberty. \nAt 7:00 AM\, this moving ceremony will lead into a reenactment of the march from Lincoln to Concord\, following the same path taken by Lincoln’s patriots during the early hours of the American Revolution. \nJoin reenactors as they march to the stirring sounds of fife and drum\, musket fire ringing through the air\, retracing the steps from Lincoln’s Old Town Center\, down Sandy Pond Road with a stop at Dakins Field for a tribute\, and continuing into Concord Center. \nIt’s a chance to experience history firsthand and feel the courage and resolve of those who marched to secure freedom. \nCo-sponsored by the Lincoln Historical Society and Lincoln Minute Men\, this event commemorates the courage of those who fought for freedom. \nImage courtesy of Andrew Sylvia/Wicked Local\n \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-tribute-march-to-concord-2/ LOCATION:Bemis Hall\, 15 Bedford Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ghows-WL-f35a532d-1e11-4b7d-902f-5308326aaa4a-c0744409.webp 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250427T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250427T180000 DTSTAMP:20250402T140104Z CREATED:20250402T140104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T140104Z UID:27620-1745767800-1745776800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Old Burying Ground Tribute DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 27\n3:30 PM\nPierce House to march to the Old Precinct Burial Ground\, 17 Weston Road \n4:00 PM\nOld Precinct Burial Ground\, located in the southeast corner of the Lexington Road Cemetery\nin case of rain\, all observances will take place at the Pierce House\, 38 Lexington Road \nJoin for a solemn ceremony with the British Consul-General as we honor both American and British soldiers of the Revolution resting in Lincoln’s Old Burying Ground. \nOld Burial Ground Tribute:\nEleven Lincoln Patriots of the Revolution and five British soldiers are buried in the oldest of Lincoln’s three burial grounds. An annual commemorative ceremony by the Lincoln Minute Men has been conducted at their graves for more than fifty years. \nThe Company assembles with a contingent of British soldiers and invited dignitaries at Pierce House\, and with fifes\, drums\, and bagpipes playing\, we march across fields and along historic paths to the burial ground\, where we enter with muffled drums and fifes playing a Revolutionary funeral march. They are joined for the ceremony by a representative from the British Consulate in Boston. LMM members present dramatic narratives; soldiers provide commemorative volleys; musicians play solemn laments. Two children assist the LMM Captain in placing flags at Patriots’ graves. British soldiers and the British Consulate’s representative place a wreath at the British monument. \nAfter the ceremony\, The Lincoln Minute Men march back to Pierce House for refreshments. \nImage courtesy of the Lincoln Minute Men\n \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/old-burying-ground-tribute-2/ LOCATION:Lincoln Cemetery\, Lexington Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Festivals,Living History,Walks & Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/b467cb_f883501cfc084db38f4ed1d6a7e464a6mv2_d_1365_2048_s_2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250427T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250427T150000 DTSTAMP:20250402T135440Z CREATED:20250402T135440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T135440Z UID:27433-1745758800-1745766000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Lincoln Salute – Fife & Drum Festival in Pierce Park DESCRIPTION:The Lincoln Minute Men host invited fife & drum groups from throughout New England for an afternoon of 18th century music in Pierce Park. Bring a picnic lunch and blanket to sit on. Free event. \nImage courtesy of the Lincoln 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/lincoln-salute-fife-drum-festival-in-pierce-park/ LOCATION:Pierce Park\, 17 Weston Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/b467cb_2c2dad649e8d444fbd801bf4f775f75cmv2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250421T064500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250421T080000 DTSTAMP:20250328T200922Z CREATED:20250328T200922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T200922Z UID:27407-1745217900-1745222400@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Dawn Tribute & March to Concord DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 21\, 2025\n6:45 AM Tribute\n7:00 AM March to Concord \nStarts next to Bemis Hall\n15 Bedford Road \nStart your day with a solemn tribute at dawn at the Bemis Burying Ground\, where we honor the fallen patriots who gave everything for liberty. \nAt 7:00 AM\, this moving ceremony will lead into a reenactment of the march from Lincoln to Concord\, following the same path taken by Lincoln’s patriots during the early hours of the American Revolution. \nJoin reenactors as they march to the stirring sounds of fife and drum\, musket fire ringing through the air\, retracing the steps from Lincoln’s Old Town Center\, down Sandy Pond Road with a stop at Dakins Field for a tribute\, and continuing into Concord Center. \nIt’s a chance to experience history firsthand and feel the courage and resolve of those who marched to secure freedom. \nImage courtesy of Andrew Sylvia/Wicked Local\n \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-tribute-march-to-concord/ LOCATION:Bemis Hall\, 15 Bedford Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ghows-WL-f35a532d-1e11-4b7d-902f-5308326aaa4a-c0744409.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250420T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T203000 DTSTAMP:20250402T122522Z CREATED:20250402T122521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T122522Z UID:27555-1745175600-1745181000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Lincoln Alarm & Muster DESCRIPTION:April 20\, 2025\n7:00 PM \nLincoln Public Library Lawn\, 3 Bedford Road \nStand on the edges of time and watch a moving reenactment of the alarm and muster that took place in Lincoln 250 years ago. \nAll is quiet… then\, in the distance\, the steady rhythm of galloping hooves breaks the stillness. The sharp\, urgent whinny of a horse cuts through the calm—something is amiss. A cry rises in the air: “Trouble! Trouble is near! Wake up! Wake Up! The British are coming!” And with that call\, the peaceful tranquility of Lincoln is shattered as its brave patriots spring into action…\nEach year\, the Lincoln Minute Men bring this historic moment to life\, but this year marks a very special anniversary—an opportunity to reflect on what it must have felt like for these local heroes as they rose up against tyranny in defense of their homes and families. \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-2/ 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240421T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240421T160000 DTSTAMP:20240402T140326Z CREATED:20240402T140325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T140326Z UID:20969-1713708000-1713715200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Old Burying Ground Tribute DESCRIPTION:Eleven Lincoln Patriots of the Revolution and five British soldiers are buried in the oldest of Lincoln’s three burial grounds. An annual commemorative ceremony by the Lincoln Minute Men has been conducted at their graves for more than fifty years. \nThe Company assembles with a contingent of British soldiers and invited dignitaries at Pierce House\, and with fifes\, drums\, and bagpipes playing\, we march across fields and along historic paths to the burial ground\, where we enter with muffled drums and fifes playing a Revolutionary funeral march. We are joined for the ceremony by a representative from the British Consulate in Boston. \nLMM members present dramatic narratives; soldiers provide commemorative volleys; musicians play solemn laments. Two children assist the LMM Captain in placing flags at Patriots’ graves. British soldiers and the British Consulate’s representative place a wreath at the British monument. After the ceremony\, we march back to Pierce House for refreshments provided by the Lincoln Historical Society. \nImage courtesy of the Lincoln Minute Men URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/old-burying-ground-tribute/ LOCATION:Lincoln Cemetery\, Lexington Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/b467cb_f883501cfc084db38f4ed1d6a7e464a6mv2_d_1365_2048_s_2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240415T060000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240415T080000 DTSTAMP:20240402T135422Z CREATED:20240402T135422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T135422Z UID:20965-1713160800-1713168000@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Patriots' Day Dawn Tribute DESCRIPTION:The Dawn Tribute is a moving and public ceremony designed more recently to commemorate the Revolutionary Patriots buried next to Bemis Hall. The Dawn Tribute is a brief but dramatic ceremony. As the Patriot roll is called\, soldiers reply from the graveyard and come join the ranks. A fifer plays a lament; a soldier fires a commemorative volley. The Company then begins its march to Concord\, stopping along the way at Dakin Field for another memorial fifers’ lament and musket volley. \nImage courtesy of Andrew Sylvia/Wicked Local URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/patriots-day-dawn-tribute/ LOCATION:Bemis Hall\, 15 Bedford Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ghows-WL-f35a532d-1e11-4b7d-902f-5308326aaa4a-c0744409.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240414T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240414T200000 DTSTAMP:20240402T134621Z CREATED:20240402T134621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T134621Z UID:20961-1713114000-1713124800@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Lincoln Alarm & Muster DESCRIPTION:The Lincoln Minute Men re-enact the scene on the town common in the early hours of April 19\, 1775\, as minute men and their families responded to the alarm that British soldiers were advancing from Boston. The news is brought on horseback by Captain William Smith\, the alarm is sounded by the town bell and musket fire\, minute men rush from neighboring houses in response\, women and children gather in support and concern. Captain Smith assembles the soldiers for roll call\, offers a stirring speech\, and calls for a brisk musket drill and practice volleys. The Company and the spectators then march together to Pierce House\, for more music\, musket volleys\, and interaction with the public. This event takes place no matter what the weather. Free event. \nImage courtesy of Ann Ringwood/Wicked Local URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lincoln-alarm-muster/ LOCATION:Pierce House\, 17 Weston Road\, Lincoln\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ghows-WL-6f1e5d72-6ba6-4ac6-854f-b0b9bfa7b260-dac8c0c3.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240414T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240414T153000 DTSTAMP:20240402T134003Z CREATED:20240402T134003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T134003Z UID:20957-1713103200-1713108600@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Lincoln Salute DESCRIPTION:The Lincoln Salute:  The Lincoln Minute Men host this event\, featuring some of the finest fife & drum groups from near and far in Pierce Park. Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch.  This event takes place\, rain or shine.  If it rains\, the location changes to the Brooks School Auditorium\, Lincoln\, Ma.  Event is free.   \nImage courtesy of the Lincoln Minute Men URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/lincoln-salute/ LOCATION:Pierce Park\, 17 Weston Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01773\, United States CATEGORIES:Living History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://freedomsway.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/b467cb_2c2dad649e8d444fbd801bf4f775f75cmv2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240406T160000 DTSTAMP:20240328T190755Z CREATED:20240328T190755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T190755Z UID:20785-1712412000-1712419200@freedomsway.org SUMMARY:Paul Revere Capture Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Experience Patriots’ Day at Minute Man National Historical Park \nSaturday\, April 6\, 2024\nPaul Revere Capture Site\n2:00-4:00 pm \nThe Lincoln Minute Men present dramatic narrative in which Paul Revere and the other historic participants in the capture (played by LMM members) dispute with Henry Wadsworth Longfellow about the accuracy of Longfellow’s poetic version of history. The event is preceded by a march along a historic section of the Battle Road to the site of Revere’s capture. After the dramatic narrative\, we return along the Battle Road to the Visitor Center parking area\, where the Company and our guests enjoy goodies made from 18th century recipes\, as a fitting conclusion to a successful day. Free event. Parking onsite at the Paul Revere Capture Site lot. \nPhoto courtesy of Minute Man National Historical Park via TheHistoryList.com URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/paul-revere-capture-ceremony-3/ LOCATION: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/2022/03/patriots-day-2022_paul-revere-capture-ceremony.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR