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SUMMARY:Knox Trail 250: Henry Knox & the “Noble Train” of Artillery
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\n10:00 am until 4:30 pm\nHartwell Tavern \nIn late January 1776\, a “Noble Train\,” of artillery commanded by Colonel Henry Knox\, arrived outside of Boston. These cannon played a key role in breaking the siege and providing the continental army with their first campaign victory in the war. We invite you to join us on February 21\, 2026 at the Hartwell tavern to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Knox’s Train arriving and outfitting for battle. Come witness history come to life as the artillerists of Washington’s army transport their guns via ox drawn wagons\, demonstrate historic trades\, and of course… conduct artillery firing demonstrations. We also welcome you to warm up in the tavern and learn about the experiences of civilians during the siege of Boston. \nSchedule of events:\n10:00 am~ Living history encampment at Hartwell Tavern opens.\n10:00 am~ Arrival of artillery via oxen.\n11:00 am~ Demonstration of moving cannons with oxen.\n2:00 pm~ Artillery firing demonstration.\n3:00 pm~ Demonstration of moving cannons with oxen.\n4:00 pm~ Artillery firing demonstration.\n4:30 pm~ Site closes \nThis event is co-sponsored by Fort Ticonderoga and the Friends of Minute Man National Park
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/knox-trail-250-henry-knox-the-noble-train-of-artillery/
LOCATION:Hartwell Tavern\, 112 North Great Road\, Lincoln\, MA\, 01742\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Hive: A Symposium for Living History Interpreters
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Feb 17\, 2024\, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm\nSunday\, Feb 18\, 2024\, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm\nMassachusetts National Guard Armory\n91 Everett St.\, Concord\, MA\nFree\, Registration is required (opens on January 20) \nBack by popular demand\, Minute Man National Historical Park\, Friends of Minute Man\, Revolution 250\, Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area\, and the Massachusetts Army National Guard are pleased to present The Hive: A Symposium for Living History Interpreters! This two-day symposium is geared toward reenactors and living history interpreters for the early period of the American Revolution. It will feature scholars and subject matter experts\, presentations\, and hands-on break-out sessions. \nBoth mornings will begin with musket drill sessions\, “open office hours” for friendly kit consultations\, comfortable sewing circles\, and a show and tell of original 18th-century objects. Wearing your historical clothing is encouraged if you wish to receive consultation on either of the days. To participate in the musket drill\, please bring a musket and an empty cartridge box (and a bayonet if one is available). Safety inspections will be completed at the beginning of the drill. \nPlease bring your own lunch each day for a lunch break; light refreshments will be available. Participants are welcome to bring items to share as well. There will be formal presentations followed by two concurrent break-out sessions in the afternoons on both days. Click here for the full schedule and list of presenters. \nA small parking lot with accessible parking is available at the Massachusetts National Guard Armory at 91 Everett Street\, Concord MA. There is also ample free on-street parking on adjacent streets\, and additional parking is available at the Alcott Elementary School\, 93 Laurel Street\, Concord\, MA. A wheelchair lift is available to enter the building. For more information\, please email Jim Hollister\, Park Ranger at Minute Man National Historical Park\, at jim_hollister@nps.gov. \nRegistration is required and opens on Jan. 20\, please click here to register. This event is free and open to the public. \nThis program is co-sponsored by the Friends of Minute Man National Park\, Revolution 250\, Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area\, and the Massachusetts Army National Guard.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/the-hive-a-symposium-for-living-history-interpreters/
LOCATION:Massachusetts National Guard Armory\, 91 Everett Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Living History,Talks,Workshops & Classes
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