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SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Lexington will hold its 32nd commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day with its 11th Annual MLK Day of Service by shepherding our community to take part in assisting those in need. Our objective is to engage and mobilize people of all ages to participate in events and activities to serve others. \nTo sign up and volunteer\, visit lexingtonmlk.org. Got questions? Email us at mailto:lexingtoncommunity@gmail.com. \nGrace Chapel | 59 Worthen Rd\nLexington Police Department | 1576 Mass Ave.\nLexington\, MA 02420
URL:https://lex250.org/event/mlk-day-of-service/
LOCATION:Grace Chapel / Lexington Police Department
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Engagement,Free,Music,Outside
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T123000
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Day 2025: Women of the Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Special Martin Luther King Day Celebration\nFree and open to all! \nMonday\, January 20\, 2025 at Grace Chapel\, 10-12:30PM \nCelebrate the courageous women of the Civil Rights Movement and their pivotal role in advancing our civil liberties. On the 30th anniversary of Martin Luther King Day as a National Day of Service\, and the 60th anniversary of the passage of the Voting Rights Act\, we honor the women whose contributions to justice and equality have often been overlooked. \nRSVP is encouraged\, not required (click this link)  \n✨ Event Highlights: \n\nKeynote Speaker: Loretta J. Ross will be reflecting on the legacy of these trailblazing women. She is Associate Professor at Smith College\, public intellectual\, inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame this year\, and is a 2022 recipient of the MacArthur Foundation Genius Award.\n\n\n\nExhibit: Walk through and discover key figures of the movement\n\n\nActivator Fair: Learn and sign up to take meaningful action in our local community\n\nThis event is sponsored by the Lexington Human Rights Committee\, Town of Lexington-Chief Equity Officer and in collaboration with the MLK Day of Service programming. Don’t forget the MLK Day Concert by ABCL on Sunday\, January 19\, 2025. \nJoin us on January 20\, 2025 as we come together to celebrate\, remember\, and take steps toward building a more just world.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/martin-luther-king-day-2025-women-of-the-movement/
LOCATION:Grace Chapel\, 59 Worthen Rd\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Lecture,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
CREATED:20250122T212531Z
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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:CALex (Chinese Americans of Lexington) 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration \nCome join us at Lexington High School for a fantastic celebration of the Lunar New Year on January 26\, 2025\, from 5:00 to 9:00 PM! We’re bringing the spirit of the Chinese New Year to Lexington with a lively event filled with cultural performances\, delicious food\, and exciting activities. \nGet ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of the Lunar New Year with a spectacular showcase of enchanting music and captivating dance performances. Featuring performers aged 5 to 80+\, the program highlights timeless classic songs\, mesmerizing folk dances\, a stunning violin ensemble\, and surprise acts sure to leave you in awe. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of culture and talent! \nIndulge your taste buds in a wide array of mouthwatering Chinese cuisine\, including traditional dumplings\, noodles\, and other delightful delicacies. You’ll have the chance to savor the flavors of authentic Chinese dishes that will leave you craving for more. \nBring your family and friends along to enjoy the festive atmosphere and take part in various activities such as lantern-making\, calligraphy workshops\, and traditional games. There will be something for everyone to enjoy\, from young children to adults.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lunar-new-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Lexington High School\, 251 Waltham Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Engagement,Dance,Family Friendly,Food,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
CREATED:20241029T173038Z
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SUMMARY:Science and Medicine: An Apprentice Historian Program for Grades 6-7
DESCRIPTION:People of the past used science just like we do every day\, even on an 18th century farm! Learn how simple chores like writing a letter\, working in the barn\, or caring for a sick person utilize chemistry and physics. As we explore a historic tavern\, we’ll become household scientists by making medicine grinding herbs from the garden\, using simple tools\, and observing chemical reactions in making ink and butter! \nThis program is recommended for 6th – 7th graders. \n$15 members\, $20 nonmembers. \nAdvanced tickets required. Since children will be dropped off for this program\, a LHS Children’s Program Participation Form is required.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/science-and-medicine-an-apprentice-historian-program-for-grades-6-7/
LOCATION:Munroe Tavern\, 1332 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Free,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T180000
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CREATED:20250207T192520Z
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SUMMARY:Ramadan Lighting Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to invite you to a special and historic Ramadan Lighting Ceremony on February 28th in Lexington\, MA. This event offers a meaningful opportunity for us to come together in reflection on faith\, community\, and inclusivity. \nAs we mark this significant occasion\, we welcome all to join us for a heartfelt speech followed by the lighting ceremony after sunset. This event is a celebration of our shared values\, and we encourage people of all backgrounds to partake in this moment of unity. \nPlease note\, this will be an outdoor event. We kindly ask that you dress warmly and enjoy the cozy atmosphere with warm refreshments and delightful desserts\, graciously provided by the Lexington Muslim Community. \nEvent Details: \n*   Date: February 28\, 2025\n*   Time: 4:30p-6p\n*   Location: Emery Park \nAll are welcome! We look forward to celebrating with you\, strengthening our bonds as a community\, and embracing the spirit of inclusivity. Your presence will make this moment even more meaningful.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/ramadan-lighting-ceremony/
LOCATION:Emery Park\, 9 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Dance,Food,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000
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SUMMARY:"Witness to 1775" Homeowner Gathering
DESCRIPTION:“Witness to 1775” homeowners and friends will gather to meet one another\, distribute the “Witness to 1775” banners and stands to all homeowners\, peruse the history of each home and enjoy light refreshments.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/witness-to-1775-homeowner-gathering/
LOCATION:Cary Hall\, 1605 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 44106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food,Free,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Fair 2025 - Reflecting on our Roots\, Growing a Resilient Future
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the LexCAN and the Town of Lexington’s Sustainability Fair 2025!! \nThis fair will be held at Lexington High School Commons 1 and 2\, Worthen Road Entrance. The fair will highlight topics from clean energy options and applications\, electric vehicles\, composting and more! You will hear speakers\, be educated on sustainability practices from composting to heat pumps\, and support local organizations. Local vendors will showcase solar panels to heat pumps\, and you will get a chance to connect with town committees. There will be food and coffee for sale\, family friendly activities\, and an EV car showcase where you can test drive EVs on Lexington roads. \nDon’t miss out on this special community event! \nLearn more: lexcan.org
URL:https://lex250.org/event/sustainability-fair-2025-reflecting-on-our-roots-growing-a-resilient-future/
LOCATION:Lexington High School\, 251 Waltham Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T160000
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SUMMARY:Contradictions of Freedom - Quilt Exhibit - Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Opening Reception is Sun March 30th\, 2-4pm \nQuilt Exhibit – From March 29-April 27 \nSisters in Stitches Joined by the Cloth are a guild of textile artists\, dedicated to preserving the art\, history and culture of African American quilt-making. Contradictions of Freedom is an exhibition of their work\, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution. \nSisters in Stitches Joined by the Cloth celebrate culture\, color\, design\, and tradition which was formally established in 1997. The Guild meets every third Saturday of each month to sew\, share ideas and techniques\, and celebrate our love of quilting. Our first meeting took place at the Old Town Hall in Randolph\, Massachusetts before moving to the Quilters Compass in Quincy and then at the First Congregational Church in Randolph. \nThe Exhibit is free and open to the public. Learn More: https://www.lexart.org/exhibit-information/contradictions-of-freedom
URL:https://lex250.org/event/contradictions-of-freedom-quilt-exhibit/
LOCATION:Lexington Arts and Crafts Society\, 130 Waltham St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T183000
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SUMMARY:Unveiling of ABCL's Black Patriots of Lexington Portrait Banners and Screening of an episode of Black Patriots of Lexington
DESCRIPTION:Come commemorate the significant role that Black men and women played in the Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19\, 1775. \nDoors open at 6:30 for socializing with appetizers and drinks. \nAn episode of Black Patriots of Lexington will be screened at 7 pm. ABCL Historian Sean D. Osborne will moderate a panel discussion and Q&A session featuring some of the historians and other subject matter experts featured in the series. \nTo complement the Black Patriots of Lexington series\, 11 portrait banners of the soldiers and civilians whose stories are uncovered have been created and will be unveiled during the evening’s ceremony. \nThere will also be an opportunity to take pictures with the portrait banners during the reception and after the screening. \nBlack Patriots of Lexington \, a 9 episode series produced with LexMedia and Tricons 2 Red Tails\, invites audiences on a journey through the lives of eleven Black men and women who were part of the economic\, political and military revolution that came to a head in Lexington\, Massachusetts on April 19\, 1775. \nABCL’s Black Patriots of Lexington is supported by a Community Endowment of Lexington grant. \nReserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unveiling-of-abcls-black-patriots-of-lexington-portrait-banners-tickets-1290570433909?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
URL:https://lex250.org/event/unveiling-of-abcls-black-patriots-of-lexington-portrait-banners/
LOCATION:Church of Our Redeemer\, 6 Meriam St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T190000
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SUMMARY:Voices on the Green - Breaking Away
DESCRIPTION:Voices on the Green – Lexington’s premier live storytelling and music series – presents the second of four shows in collaboration with the 250th celebration. This show\, held just two weeks before April 19th\, will focus on songs and stories about “Breaking Away.”. \nWhile at least one story will be a historic re-enactment\, most of the evening’s stories will be contemporary – true stories told by people who live or work in Lexington\, Their stories will focus on personal experiences of Breaking Away – from home\, from school\, from friends or lovers\, from partnerships\, from employers\, from national identities\, from personal beliefs. \nVoices on the Green is hosted by First Parish Church\, located directly on the Green. This special series is supported by a generous grant from the Community Endowment of Lexington. Tickets are free\, but because crowds have typically been at or near capacity\, pre-registration is highly recommended. \nFor more information\, visit voicesonthegreen.org. \nTickets are free but advanced registration is highly recommended to ensure admission. \nIf you have a story or performer or song to suggest for this show\, reach out to David Rose at dhrose1967@gmail.com before January 28th.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/voices-on-the-green-breaking-away/
LOCATION:First Parish Church\, 7 Harrington Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Children,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T170000
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Lexington Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Two Day\, Indoor & Outdoor Event \n\nVisit Artists in their studios Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 – 5:00\nArtists will open their studios town-wide. See the map on our website for locations.\nMunroe Center for the Arts’ Resident Artists will open their studios and host guest Artists\nLexArt will host Member & Guest Artists\n\nLearn More: https://www.lexingtonopenstudios.org/
URL:https://lex250.org/event/15th-annual-lexington-open-studios/2025-04-05/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T140000
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SUMMARY:Becoming an Historical Reenactor Workshop I
DESCRIPTION:Learn from world-renown storytellers Rochel Coleman and Valerie Tutson how to mine the archives and weave primary sources into an engaging story that brings history to life. \nLearn how to bring the stories of the Black men and women who played important roles in the Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19\, 1775. Also\, help to build their 18th century community by learning to tell the stories of the men and women\, Black\, White\, and Indigenous Caribbean who were their family members\, friends\, patrons\, and enslavers. \nLearn storytelling techniques and frameworks to identify\, craft\, and share stories to inspire audiences. \nAnd learn the business of storytelling and reenacting from professionals with decades of experience. \nABCL’s Black Patriots of Lexington is a multi-pronged project that includes a nine-part series that explores the lives of 5 soldiers who fought in Lexington on April 19\, 1775; three Black men who witnessed the battle as Lexington residents and later enlisted in the Continental Army; and two Black women and one Black man who witnessed the first day of war. Of the 8 soldiers\, 3 were born into land-owning\, tax-paying families and 5 were born into enslavement. All served their nascent country well and 7 of the 8 are known to have died free men. \nThe project also includes portrait banners of the 11 featured Black Patriots and two workshops to help create a community of storytellers and reenactors that can bring these amazing 18th century lives to a 21st century audience. \nABCL’s Black Patriots of Lexington is supported by a Community Endowment of Lexington grant. \nReserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-patriots-of-lexington-becoming-an-historical-reenactor-workshop-i-tickets-1296881480419?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
URL:https://lex250.org/event/becoming-an-historical-reenactor-workshop-i/
LOCATION:Church of Our Redeemer\, 6 Meriam St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Free,Lecture,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T170000
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Lexington Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Two Day\, Indoor & Outdoor Event \n\nVisit Artists in their studios Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 – 5:00\nArtists will open their studios town-wide. See the map on our website for locations.\nMunroe Center for the Arts’ Resident Artists will open their studios and host guest Artists\nLexArt will host Member & Guest Artists\n\nLearn More: https://www.lexingtonopenstudios.org/
URL:https://lex250.org/event/15th-annual-lexington-open-studios/2025-04-06/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
CREATED:20250320T231507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T232122Z
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SUMMARY:Lexington Depot Museum Grand Opening and Open House
DESCRIPTION:In April 2025\, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington\, Lexington Historical Society will become Lexington History Museums\, and open a new museum in the very center of town! Our new museum\, The Lexington Depot\, will tell diverse and sometimes surprising stories of people who have lived\, worked\, and played here. Through displays and interactive exhibits\, meet architects\, farmers\, activists\, musicians\, and others who have shaped our town through the years. Join us and discover our shared stories. \nRibbon cutting and opening remarks at 12:00 PM\, followed by an open house until 4:00 PM.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-depot-museum-grand-opening-and-open-house/
LOCATION:Lexington Depot\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Living History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
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SUMMARY:50th Anniversary Celebration and Rededication
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Our National Heritage opened on April 20\, 1975. The museum\, now known as the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library\, was a Bicentennial gift to the nation from the Scottish Rite Freemasons of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. Join us on Sunday\, April 13\, 2025\, to kick off the museum’s 50th anniversary celebration! \nThis special event will feature a rededication of the museum as well as the opportunity to see the museum’s two new gallery exhibitions: “Protest & Promise: The American Revolution in Lexington” and “Looking Back\, Moving Forward: 50 Years of Collecting.” This event launches a year of celebratory anniversary programming\, including gallery talks\, engaging lectures\, and new exhibitions. \nCome celebrate with us as we begin our next half century!
URL:https://lex250.org/event/50th-anniversary-celebration-and-rededication/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library\, 33 Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
CREATED:20250411T144459Z
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SUMMARY:Noontime Concert Series--Music from the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Hancock Church presents a free noontime concert open to all featuring music from the time of the Revolution. The concert will be performed by the Arpeggione Ensemble under the direction of Thomas Carroll. The ensemble\, based in Beverly\, specializes in music from the late 18th-19th centuries on historical instruments. For this concert\, a trio from the group will focus on music from the Revolutionary period. The concert is about 30 minutes long. \nThe Noontime Concert Series runs each Advent and Lent seasons. Concerts are free and open to all. Free parking is available in the rear of the church. The building is accessible\, with an elevator and designated parking spots off the Mass Ave entry.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/noontime-concert-series-music-from-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Hancock Church\, 1912 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
CREATED:20250204T175705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T154319Z
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SUMMARY:Lex250 Patriots' Day Weekend Kick Off Press Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Lex250\, Local and State Officials as they kick off the Patriots Day 2025 events with a press conference in front of the Captain Parker Statue on the Lexington Battle Green
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexington-kick-off-press-conference/
LOCATION:Lexington Battle Green Corner of Massachusetts Avenue & Bedford Street
CATEGORIES:Accesibility,Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
CREATED:20250204T173205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T124257Z
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SUMMARY:Ken Burns | The American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:  \n*All ticket winners have been notified via email. The event is full and no additional tickets are available.* \nClick Here to read the full press release \n 
URL:https://lex250.org/event/ken-burns-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Battin Hall\, Cary Memorial Building\, 1605 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Lecture,Lex250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T190000
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SUMMARY:Patriots’ Day Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:For 250 years\, Lexington has been a town of action—where people from all walks of life have come together for the greater good. Now\, as we celebrate this milestone\, it’s our turn to carry that legacy forward! \nThis year\, we’re doing things a little differently. Instead of our usual outdoor Patriots’ Day awards ceremony\, we’re bringing the celebration indoors\, under the lights\, and with a little extra star power. \nJoin us on Thursday\, April 17\, 2025\, at Cary Hall for the Lex250 Awards Celebration—a night of music\, history\, humor\, and hometown pride—hosted by SNL alum and Lexington’s own Rachel Dratch! \n Location: Battin Hall\, Cary Memorial Building \n Preshow (5:30–6:30 PM): Outside of Cary Hall (weather permitting) \n Doors Open (6:30 PM): Featuring the LHS Jazz Ensemble \n Awards Show (7:00–8:30 PM) \n  \nWe’ll be honoring this year’s recipients of: \n The White Tricorne Hat \n Pat Flynn Outstanding Youth Award \n The Minuteman Cane Award \n The Lexington Minute Men Scholarship Awardee \n  \nBut that’s not all! We’ll also celebrate past awardees and unveil VO250—Lex250’s yearlong volunteerism initiative\, inspired by the spirit of service that has defined our town since 1775. \nSo mark your calendars\, gather your friends\, and get ready for an unforgettable night. Lexington\, are you ready to answer the call?
URL:https://lex250.org/event/patriots-day-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:Battin Hall\, Cary Memorial Building\, 1605 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
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SUMMARY:Reenactment of Paul Revere's Midnight Ride
DESCRIPTION:Lexington was preparing for battle long before British soldiers arrived on April 19th\, 1775. The day before\, 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 Jonas Clarke\, cousin to patriot leader John Hancock. Their mission: To warn John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the impending British raid. Their arrival would start the chain of events leading to armed rebellion on Lexington Green at dawn the next day. \nStart your Patriots’ Day early to see the alarm raised in Lexington! Join Lexington History Museums in partnership with the Lexington Minute Men for a live reenactment of the night’s events at the Hancock-Clarke House\, complete with real horses! \nFREE and open to the public!
URL:https://lex250.org/event/reenactment-of-paul-reveres-midnight-ride/
LOCATION:Hancock-Clarke House\, 36 Hancock Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Lex250,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T051500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T070000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
CREATED:20240313T173301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T153549Z
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SUMMARY:Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington
DESCRIPTION:The Lexington Minute Men will conduct the 250th Anniversary Reenactment of the Civilian Evacuation of the Battle of Lexington and the Battle of Lexington on the Lexington Battle Green on Saturday\, April 19\, 2025. \nAccording to the Lexington History Museums\, on the night of April 18\, 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 10 were wounded\, and a war for independence had begun. \nEach year\, the Town of Lexington and a dedicated corps of reenactors recreate this event in real time on its original site. This year\, the event will take place on the exact anniversary of the battle. \nThe passionate and committed groups of reenactors muster around 5 a.m.\, and the bell in the Belfry will ring and the Battle will commence at 5:15 a.m. \nAttendees should arrive early!
URL:https://lex250.org/event/reenactment-of-the-battle-of-lexington/
LOCATION:Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Lex250,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T090000
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SUMMARY:USS Lexington Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special USS Lexington Ceremony commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington\, the historic clash that ignited the American Revolution​. On the morning of April 19\, 1775\, colonial militia and British Regulars exchanged the “shot heard ’round the world” on Lexington Green\, marking the very beginning of America’s fight for independence​. This annual ceremony honors that legacy – not only remembering the patriots who fell in 1775\, but also celebrating the enduring ties between the Town of Lexington and the five U.S. Navy vessels that proudly bore the name “USS Lexington” in later years​. In this Semiquincentennial year\, the commemoration is especially meaningful\, uniting historians\, veterans\, local residents\, and visitors in tribute to 250 years of courage and sacrifice. \nHosted by:  \nThe Lexington Lions Club\, in partnership with the Town of Lexington. Veterans\, Gold Star Mothers\, and former crew member families of USS Lexington (CV-2 and CV-16) will be honored guests and participants​. Local dignitaries and officials will also be in attendance. \nLocation: USS Lexington Memorial – adjacent to the Lexington Visitors Center\, 1875 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, MA​. (Ceremony will take place outdoors\, next to the Visitors Center in Lexington Center.) \nAdmission: Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. No tickets or reservations required. \nAccessibility: The memorial site is wheelchair accessible\, and seating may be available for seniors/veterans. Visitors Center facilities (restrooms\, information desk) will be open for attendees. \nCeremony Highlights \nCommemorative Program: The ceremony will begin with a presentation of the colors and the National Anthem. A moment of silence will honor the patriots of 1775 and the naval service members connected to Lexington’s legacy. \nWreath-Laying: In a poignant tribute\, wreaths will be laid at the USS Lexington Memorial to honor all who sacrificed – from the Lexington Minutemen who fell on the Green to the sailors who served on the five USS Lexington ships. This solemn wreath-laying is a central part of the observance each year\, symbolizing our community’s respect and remembrance. \nGuest Speakers: Attendees will hear brief remarks from invited speakers who bring personal and historical perspectives. Local historians will reflect on Lexington’s role at the dawn of the Revolution\, while military veterans (including representatives of the USS Lexington CV-16 Association) will share what the name Lexington means to those who served at sea. Town officials and community leaders are also expected to speak\, underscoring Lexington’s continued dedication to honoring its history. \nHonoring the USS Lexington Legacy: A key theme of the ceremony is celebrating the service of the five naval vessels named Lexington​. The program will highlight stories from each ship’s history – for instance\, noting the WW-II exploits of “Lady Lex” and the “Blue Ghost\,” or recalling how the first Lexington was named for the very battle we commemorate​. By connecting these narratives\, the ceremony paints a vivid picture of Lexington’s impact on American history both on land and at sea. \nCommunity Involvement: The event will include patriotic music performed by the Lexington High School Band. Members of local organizations – from the Lexington Minute Men Company to the Lexington Veterans Association – will participate\, standing alongside active-duty military representatives and public safety color guards. This joint involvement emphasizes the community-wide respect for those who defend our freedom. \nAs this is the Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary\, the 2025 ceremony may feature special recognitions. Keep an eye out for any historical reenactors or ceremonial salutes incorporated into the program to mark this once-in-a-generation milestone. The tone of the event will be both educational and commemorative – suitable for history enthusiasts and families alike. Attending the USS Lexington Ceremony is a chance to witness history come alive\, and to be part of Lexington’s ongoing story of remembrance and patriotism. \n Historical Background: Lexington’s Legacy from 1775 to WWII \nThe Battle of Lexington on April 19\, 1775 was the first battle of the American Revolution​. Facing a column of British Redcoats at dawn\, Lexington’s minutemen bravely stood their ground; though outnumbered\, their defiance sparked a war that would lead to American independence​. The heroism shown on Lexington Green resonated across the colonies and the world\, embedding the town’s name in the annals of history. To honor that courageous stand\, the young American navy christened one of its first warships USS Lexington in 1776\, “renamed in honor of the courageous Lexington minutemen”​. This 16-gun brigantine captured multiple British ships before ultimately being overpowered off the French coast\, demonstrating that the spirit of Lexington was present at sea in the Revolution’s earliest days​. \nOver the next two centuries\, five U.S. Navy ships would carry the name USS Lexington\, each embodying the valor and fighting spirit of 1775. The second Lexington (a sloop-of-war launched in 1825) upheld American interests from the Falkland Islands to the coast of Japan in the 1800s​. The third\, a Civil War timberclad gunboat\, spearheaded Union river operations – fighting in key battles like Fort Donelson\, Shiloh\, and the Vicksburg campaign​. In the 20th century\, the name Lexington reached new prominence with two famed aircraft carriers. USS Lexington (CV-2) – nicknamed “Lady Lex” – was built in Quincy\, MA and became one of the U.S. Navy’s first fleet carriers​. In World War II\, Lady Lex’s air squadrons scored a crucial victory by sinking the first Japanese aircraft carrier of the war (at the Battle of the Coral Sea)\, before Lexington (CV-2) was herself lost in that 1942 battle​. Her successor\, USS Lexington (CV-16) – the “Blue Ghost” – was also built at the Fore River Shipyard in Quincy and commissioned in Boston in 1943​. The Blue Ghost earned an illustrious combat record in the Pacific\, participating in 35 engagements and earning 11 battle stars and a Presidential Unit Citation for her service​. (In fact\, more aircraft landed on Lexington (CV-16) than on any other carrier in history\, a testament to her long service as a training carrier after the war​.) Through each of these vessels – from a Revolutionary War brigantine to a WW-II fleet carrier – the name Lexington has symbolized American perseverance. The annual USS Lexington Ceremony brings this remarkable legacy home\, connecting the town’s pivotal Revolutionary moment with the bravery of sailors who served on the Lexington ships in later generations​. \nThe USS Lexington Memorial in Lexington \nLocated adjacent to the Lexington Visitors Center\, the USS Lexington Memorial is a striking tribute that bridges local and naval history. The memorial consists of five granite markers\, each dedicated to one of the five ships named Lexington\, and “dedicated to the memory of those who served aboard” these Navy vessels​. Erected in 1988 through a joint effort by the Lexington Lions Club and veterans from USS Lexington (CV-2 and CV-16)​\, the monument ensures that the service of all Lexington crews – from 1776 through World War II – is forever remembered in the heart of the town. Each stone marker bears a brief history of a USS Lexington\, allowing visitors to reflect on the ships’ heroic exploits (for example\, the Civil War gunboat’s valor at Shiloh\, or the carriers’ Pacific triumphs) as they stroll through this small memorial park​. Fittingly\, the USS Lexington ship’s bell is also on display at the Visitors Center next door\, offering a tangible piece of naval history for visitors to see up close​. The memorial has become a beloved landmark—externally viewable year-round​—and a focal point for community remembrance. For decades\, Lexington’s citizens and veterans have gathered at this memorial each Patriots’ Day to pay tribute. Every year on the Patriots’ Day holiday (the third Monday in April)\, the Lexington Lions Club joins forces with surviving crew members of USS Lexington (from the WWII-era carriers) to hold a remembrance ceremony​. This tradition carries on in 2025 with added significance\, as the town marks 250 years since the battle that gave Lexington its name. The memorial stands not just as a record of naval history\, but as a symbol of the town’s pride and the continuing bond between Lexington and the U.S. armed forces.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/uss-lexington-ceremony/
LOCATION:USS Lexington Memorial\, 1875 Massachusetts Avenue\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accesibility,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Living History,Outside
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T100000
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SUMMARY:American Elm Tree Dedication in Honor of the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Lexington
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Lexington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution\, this public ceremony will include a tree dedication service\, U.S. Flag rituals\, patriotic music by the William Diamond Junior Fife & Drum Corps\, and participation by the Lexington Minute Men. \nThe event will take place on the lawn behind Buckman tavern in Lexington Center.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/american-elm-tree-dedication-in-honor-of-the-250th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-lexington/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
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SUMMARY:Battle Green Rededication
DESCRIPTION:After the 250th Battle of Lexington Anniversary Reenactment\, the morning will pivot to an exciting and never-before-seen Patriotic Performance and demonstration by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington\, in a stunning audio/visual event meant to pay homage to America’s fight for liberty from 1775 to the present day. \nThe event will begin at 11 a.m. with the rededication of the Lexington Battle Green\, beginning with a speaking program featuring the Lex250 Commission\, state and federal government leaders\, and U.S. Army Major Gen. Trevor J. Bredenkamp\, Commander of U.S. Army Military District of Washington. \nThis will lead into a skydiving performance by the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team\, which is scheduled to land directly on the Lexington Battle Green. This narrated event will feature a rededication of Army Combat Streamer #1\, symbolizing America’s first combat engagement symbolizing the first shots fired in the American Revolution on April 19\, 1775. \nThis will be followed by a performance by the U.S. Army Fife & Drum Corps and demonstrations by the U.S. Army Drill Team and the Commander-in-Chief’s Guard\, a highly trained and skilled Special Ceremonial Unit\, which harkens back to the Continental Army unit that personally protected Gen. George Washington during the Revolutionary War. \nAt the end of the event\, the soldiers will disperse and mingle with the crowd for a meet and greet and photos with the public. This promises to be an exciting event for all ages! \nAny media interested in interviewing Military District of Washington service members during Lex250\, please reach out to usarmy.mcnair.mdw.mbx.mediadesk-omb@army.mil for scheduling.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/battle-green-rededication/
LOCATION:Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington Battle Green\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Family Friendly,Free,Living History,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
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SUMMARY:Lexington's 2025 Patriots' Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Lexington’s Patriots’ Day Parade honors Lexington’s history as the birthplace of liberty and provides a fun-filled afternoon for families of all ages. This year’s parade on Saturday\, April 19\, at 2 pm\, will be bigger and more exciting than ever. It will include reenactors\, marching bands\, floats\, fife & drums\, clowns & jugglers\, dancers\, dignitaries\, celebrities\, and the Shriners. \nThe afternoon features a 125-unit parade\, marching over 2.5 miles along Massachusetts Avenue from Maple Street to Worthen Road. \nThere will be nearly 2\,700 marchers\, reenactors\, and performers including (in no particular order): \n\nThe United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps\nThe West Point Band\nWilliam Diamond Junior Fife and Drum\nThe Spirit of ’76: Fifes and Drums\nU.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps\nNavy Band Northeast\nAncient & Honorable Artillery Co. of Mass.\nThe 6th Connecticut Regiment\n1st Delaware Regiment\nGreater Boston Firefighters Pipes and Drums\nMarblehead Base U.S. Submarine Veterans\nBlues Brothers\, the Next Generation\nNational Lancers\, ceremonial cavalry squadron\nHobby Knoll Stable Clydesdales\nAleppo Shriners\nLexington Minute Men\nBedford and Lincoln Minute Men\nLexington Historical Society and Lexington Scout Troops 10\, 119\, and 160 with a historic pumper fire truck\nLexington civic groups including Town Meeting members\, Lexington Youth Commission and Lexington Visitors Center\nDance performances by Artisan Dance Academy (ADA)\, Samskriti School of Dance\, The Dance Inn and db studios\n\nAdditionally\, numerous Lexington civic groups are joining the parade\, including Lexington Lions\, LexSeeHer Inc.\, Association of Black Citizens of Lexington (ABCL)\, Chinese American Association of Lexington (CAAL)\, Indian Americans of Lexington (IAL)\, Chinese Americans of Lexington (CALex)\, Korean-American Organization of Lexington (KoLex)\, LexFarm\, Lexington Field & Garden Club\, Lexington High School classes of 1965\, 1975 and 1985\, Lexington Goes Purple and many more! \nLineup subject to change.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/lexingtons-2025-patriots-day-parade/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Arts,Children,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Free,Lex250,Living History,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T190000
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SUMMARY:Lexington Bicentennial Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Lexington Bicentennial Band Concert will be the culmination of the Patriot’s Day Celebration for the 250th Anniversary of the first battle of the American revolution in Lexington. It will feature music related to the time period of the revolution\, including 2 works that have been commissioned by the Band: Seeds of Revolution by Daniel Lutz\, originally commissioned for Lexington’s 300th anniversary\, and the world premier of Dr. Andrew Boysen’s Symphony #11 – The Year 1775. In each case\, the composers will be conducting the Band. \nThis is a FREE EVENT – No Tickets will be issued.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/patriots-day-concert/
LOCATION:Battin Hall\, Cary Memorial Building\, 1605 Massachusetts Ave.\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family Friendly,Free,Lex250,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074734
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T233149Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Scavenger Hunt 2025
DESCRIPTION:Where is the Parker boulder? Is there a weathervane on the Belfry? What happened at the Harrington House? No matter how long you’ve lived in Lexington\, there is still plenty for your kids to discover! Have them test their clue-solving and observation skills with a Revolutionary-themed scavenger hunt that takes them to sites around the Lexington Green. Fun and an official completion certificate for all ages! ​Start and end at the Depot or Buckman Tavern. Be sure to stop back before 4:00 to claim your prize! \nChildren under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (the hunt is self guided). \nMore info: www.lexingtonhistory.org/patriotsday
URL:https://lex250.org/event/revolutionary-scavenger-hunt-2025/
LOCATION:The Depot\, 13 Depot Square\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Free,Living History,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T100000
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SUMMARY:Daughters of the American Revolution Wreath Laying Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lexington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and members of the Lexington Minutemen Company at a Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Revolutionary War Memorial on the Battle Green which honors the 8 lives lost in the Battle of Lexington on April 19\, 1775.
URL:https://lex250.org/event/daughters-of-the-american-revolution-wreath-laying-ceremony/
LOCATION:Revolutionary War Memorial on the Lexington Battle Green\, 1625 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free,Living History,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T143000
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SUMMARY:Patriotic Picnic in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Patriotic Picnic in the Park – Celebrate History\, Community\, and Freedom under the Open Sky \nREGISTRATION & MEAL ORDER FORM\nClose out a momentous weekend honoring the first shot of the American Revolution with the Lex250 Patriotic Picnic in the Park on Monday\, April 21\, 2025\, from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM at Hastings Park (10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA)! \nExperience the power of history\, music\, and community at this once-in-a-lifetime signature event. Members of the Boston Pops will perform. Rock out with the band Malin\, and witness special appearances by the Lexington Minute Men\, the National Lancers\, and more. Don’t miss a thrilling visit from the National Lancers featuring “Paul Revere” and “William Dawes” on horseback\, bringing history to life before your eyes. \n⏳ Deadline to Reserve Seats & Meals: April 17\, 2025 \nEvent Timeline:\n11:15 AM – 1:15 PM | 🍽️ Meal Pickup\n11:45 AM | 🎼 Performance by members of the Boston Pops conducted by Keith Lockhart\n12:15 PM | 🎸 Malin Rock Band\n1:00 PM | 🏇 Paul Revere & William Dawes Arrive! \nAttendance is FREE and open to all! You are welcome to bring your own picnic and enjoy the event. \nSeating & Meal Options:\nWant a reserved seat under the tent? Seats are $5 each (proceeds support the Fund for Lexington).\nWant a pre-ordered meal? Choose from a variety of picnic lunch options from local restaurants.\nYou may: \n\nReserve a seat without ordering a meal.\nOrder a meal without reserving a seat.\nDo both.\nDo neither and simply come with your own picnic!\nTent seating is limited to 500 people. Purchased seats are not assigned and will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n👉 Please complete this form if you’d like to reserve a seat and/or pre-order a meal. \nREGISTRATION & MEAL ORDER FORM\nPlus\, enjoy a lively Beer Garden!  Raise a glass with friends as you soak in the spirit of 1775 and the celebrations of today. \nBring your picnic gear\, enjoy incredible performances\, and toast to history!
URL:https://lex250.org/event/ppp/
LOCATION:Hastings Park\, 10 Lincoln St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Children,Community Engagement,Dance,Family Friendly,Free,Music,Outside
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T150000
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SUMMARY:Patriots' Day Living History at Buckman Tavern
DESCRIPTION:The Battle of Lexington reverberated far beyond the small town common that started a war. Ordinary citizens were swept up in a new revolution\, navigating its politics and picking up the pieces left behind. Stop by Buckman Tavern to hear some of these perspectives: Why did we fight in the first place? How did we care for the wounded? What role did women play in politics? How did the war impact trade\, from England all the way to China? Chat with seasoned historical reenactors to dive deep into the history of the ordinary folk of 1775. \nEvent runs 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. In the event of rain\, displays will move inside the tavern and be included with museum admission. \nLearn more: www.lexingtonhistory.org/patriotsday
URL:https://lex250.org/event/patriots-day-living-history-at-buckman-tavern/
LOCATION:Buckman Tavern\, 1 Bedford Street\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Living History
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