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Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington
2025-04-19 05:15 - 07:00 (America/New_York) | Lexington Battle Green, Lexington Battle Green, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
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.
According 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.
Each 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.
The 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.
Attendees should arrive early!

Reenactment of Paul Revere's Midnight Ride
2025-04-18 22:00 - 23:00 | Hancock-Clarke House, 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
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.
Start 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!
FREE and open to the public!

250th Anniversary Paul Revere Midnight Ride Dinner & Candlelight Procession
2025-04-18 18:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
On the evening of April 18, 1775, Paul Revere was summoned and given the task of riding on horseback from Charlestown to Lexington, approx. 12.5 miles, to inform two leaders of the Sons of Liberty, John Hancock and Samuel Adams who were staying in Lexington, with the news that British soldiers stationed in Boston were about to march into the countryside northwest of the town. During his famous Midnight Ride, Revere alerted the countryside of the British military movements with shouts of “the Redcoats are coming!” In the early morning on April 19, 1775, Capt. John Parker led 77 local militiamen and faced arriving British troops. Someone — still unknown to this day — fired a shot, that provoked the start of the American Revolution.
To honor the 250th anniversary of this historic ride, guests enjoy a special four-course Colonial-themed feast created by Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi paired with local area brews and spirits from 8 pm-11 pm in a communal dining setting in Town Meeting Bistro. As a nod to Paul Revere, a portrait of him on horseback is featured over the fireplace. This dinner is for adults only, 21+ / $150/person, plus tax & gratuity.
Following the dinner at 11pm, guests gather in the foyer of the Inn to receive a candle lit lantern and are guided on a 10-minute walk to the Hancock-Clark House to watch a 30-minute dramatized and theatrical reenactment as Paul Revere (and William Dawes), fellow Sons of Liberty, rode hard from Boston arriving in Lexington just before midnight to warn Patriot leaders John Hancock and Samuel Adams, who were staying in town, of the impending British raid.
Schedule:
6:00 PM Dinner to start
8:00 PM Dinner to conclude
8:15 PM Midnight Ride Dinner guests to walk over to the Hancock-Clarke House
10:00 PM Re-enactment begins
Book a ticket: https://resy.com/cities/lexington-ma/venues/town-meeting-bistro/events/midnight-ride-dinner-2025-04-18?seats=2&date=2024-07-03

Carbo Loading Menu at il Casale Lexington before 111th Patriots’ Day 5-Mile Road Race
2025-04-18 16:30 - 21:00 | il Casale Lexington, 1727 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Located in the heart of Lexington Center, il Casale Lexington will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington with a carbo loading menu ahead of the 111th Patriots’ Day 5-mile road road, revolutionary-inspired specialty cocktails, a themed live jazz brunch, and extended hours to accommodate the influx of visitors. Additional details below:
Carbo Loading Menu (Fri, April 18th from 4:30-9pm): il Casale Lexington will offer a carbo loading menu for dine-ins on April 18 ahead of 111th Patriots’ Day 5-Mile Road Race on April 19, which will feature its Tufoli al Pomodoro (tubular pasta, san marzano tomato sugo, grana padano, basil) at ½ off, Tagliatelle Bolognese (9 hour ragu of beef, pork, veal, chicken, mirepoix, vino sangiovese, a little sundried tomato paste, sage), Spaghetti Ai Frutti Di Mare (shrimp, mussels, white wine saffron broth, garlic, parsley), and more.

Patriots’ Day Awards Ceremony
2025-04-17 19:00 | Battin Hall, Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
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!
This 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.
Join 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!
Location: Battin Hall, Cary Memorial Building
Preshow (5:30–6:30 PM): Outside of Cary Hall (weather permitting)
Doors Open (6:30 PM): Featuring the LHS Jazz Ensemble
Awards Show (7:00–8:30 PM)

We’ll be honoring this year’s recipients of:
The White Tricorne Hat
Pat Flynn Outstanding Youth Award
The Minuteman Cane Award
The Lexington Minute Men Scholarship Awardee

But 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.
So mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable night. Lexington, are you ready to answer the call?

Ken Burns | The American Revolution
2025-04-17 12:00 - 13:30 | Battin Hall, Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
*All ticket winners have been notified via email. The event is full and no additional tickets are available.*
Click Here to read the full press release

Patriots' Day Weekend
2025-04-17 09:00 - 2025-04-22 17:00 | Massachusetts
April 17
9:00 a.m. | Lex250 Patriots’ Day Weekend Kick Off Press Conference
12:00 p.m. | Ken Burns, The American Revolution
7:00 p.m. | Patriots’ Day Awards Ceremony
April 18
10:00 p.m. | Reenactment of Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride
April 19
5:15 a.m. | Reenactment of the Battle of Lexington
5:30 a.m. | Pancake Breakfasts (Troop 160, First Baptist Church, Champagne Brunch, The Church of Our Redeemer)
8:00 a.m. | 111th Patriots’ Day 5-Mile Road Race
9:00 a.m. | USS Lexington Ceremony
10:00 a.m. | Daughters of the American Revolution Tree Dedication
10:45 a.m. | Battle Green Rededication
2:00 p.m. | Patriots’ Day Parade
7:00 p.m. | Lexington Bicentennial Band Concert
April 21
9:30 a.m. | Ye Ole Burial Ground Ceremony
10:00 a.m. | Revolutionary Scavenger Hunt 2025
10:00 a.m. | Daughters of the American Revolution Wreath Laying Ceremony
11:00 a.m. | Patriots’ Day Living History at Buckman Tavern
11:00 a.m. | Patriotic Picnic in Hastings Park
1:00 p.m. | Arrival of Paul Revere & William Dawes on Horseback from Boston at Hastings Park
April 22
11:00 a.m. | Naturalization Ceremony

Lex250 Patriots' Day Weekend Kick Off Press Conference
2025-04-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Lexington Battle Green Corner of Massachusetts Avenue & Bedford Street
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

Noontime Concert Series--Music from the Revolution
2025-04-16 12:00 | Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
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.
The 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.

Le Chapître de la Naissance de la Révolution - Exclusive Dinner
2025-04-13 18:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Embark on an culinary revolution! The Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property located in historic Lexington, MA, and Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi, in partnership with the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs of Boston present a modern 8-course paired menu inspired by Colonial flavors, honoring the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution.
Chaîne des Rôtisseurs is an International Association of Gastronomy with nearly 21,000 members from around the world that brings together foodie enthusiasts who share the same values of quality, fine dining, the encouragement of the culinary arts, and the pleasures of the table. The esteemed group, which rarely opens its dinners to the public, is providing this exclusive opportunity at The Inn at Hastings Park for one night only.
The Inn proudly boasts two Chaîne des Rôtisseurs professional members: Proprietor Maître Hôtelier Trisha Pérez Kennealy and Director of Sales & Marketing Maître de Table Hôtelier Shiobanne Karampekios.
The evening commences with a spirited cocktail reception, serenaded by fife and drum, before unveiling a clandestine (shhh…) 8-course paired menu. In true Chaîne des Rôtisseurs tradition, the gastronomic journey remains a secret until seating. However, guests can anticipate a masterclass in modern New England cuisine, as Executive Chef Alissa Tsukakoshi and her team present a menu brimming with artistry and a few revolutionary twists.
Begins at 6 pm – $250.00 per person for Boston Bailliage members (includes taxes/fees) / $275.00 per person non members (includes taxes/fees). This dinner is for adults only – 21+.
Get tickets: https://www.innathastingspark.com/experience/featured-experiences-and-events/#!/e/le-chap-tre-de-la-naissance-de-la-r-volution-april-13th-d2245905

50th Anniversary Celebration and Rededication
2025-04-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
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!
This 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.
Come celebrate with us as we begin our next half century!

Lexington Depot Museum Grand Opening and Open House
2025-04-12 12:00 - 16:00 | Lexington Depot, 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
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.
Ribbon cutting and opening remarks at 12:00 PM, followed by an open house until 4:00 PM.

Lexington Alarm Letter on View
2025-04-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Couriers delivered the news of the conflict at Lexington soon after the event. One of the letters that helped spread the news will be displayed at the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library in April. Joseph Palmer, a member of the Massachusetts Committee of Safety, sent the first urgent missive by messenger Israel or Isaac Bissell in the late morning of April 19, 1775. Bissell rode to Connecticut and perhaps further. Recipients duplicated Palmer’s letter several times to carry the news far and wide. An online exhibition about the Alarm Letter can be viewed at https://bit.ly/3LNwFri.
The museum’s copy of the Lexington Alarm Letter will be displayed alongside a broadside from John Hancock, issued on April 15, 1775. The documents will be on view from April 7 – April 26, 2025.
The museum is open 9 AM to 4 PM Monday through Friday, plus Saturday, April 19 and 26, 2025.
Museum website: https://www.srmml.org/

15th Annual Lexington Open Studios
2025-04-06 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Massachusetts
Two Day, Indoor & Outdoor Event

Visit Artists in their studios Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 – 5:00
Artists will open their studios town-wide. See the map on our website for locations.
Munroe Center for the Arts’ Resident Artists will open their studios and host guest Artists
LexArt will host Member & Guest Artists

Learn More: https://www.lexingtonopenstudios.org/

Lex250 American Patriot Gala
2025-04-05 18:00 - 23:00 | Knights of Columbus Heritage Hall, 177 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Save the Date! Join us in celebrating Lexington’s special place in the history of our country.
The American Patriot Gala, hosted by the Lexington Knights of Columbus, will be held on Saturday April 5, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Knights of Columbus Heritage Hall with seated dining, live jazz- and blues-rock entertainment, a complimentary cocktail hour, a silent auction and raffle for local charitable organizations.
Dress code is cocktail attire, preferred with a splash of color from the American Flag. Colonial attire is also welcome, if not restrictive from joining the dance floor.
Sponsorship packages that include event tickets are available. Personal or business donations for auction items are welcome.
The American Patriot Gala, a Lex250 signature event
Saturday April 5, 2025, 6:00 – 11:00pm
Knights of Columbus Heritage Hall, Lexington, MA
Tickets: $150 each. A reserved table (8 guests) is also available.
Purchase online at https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-american-patriot-gala

Becoming an Historical Reenactor Workshop I
2025-04-05 14:00 | Church of Our Redeemer, 6 Meriam St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
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.
Learn 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.
Learn storytelling techniques and frameworks to identify, craft, and share stories to inspire audiences.
And learn the business of storytelling and reenacting from professionals with decades of experience.
ABCL’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.
The 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.
ABCL’s Black Patriots of Lexington is supported by a Community Endowment of Lexington grant.
Reserve 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

Voices on the Green - Breaking Away
2025-04-04 19:00 | First Parish Church, 7 Harrington Road, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
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.”.
While 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.
Voices 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.
For more information, visit voicesonthegreen.org.
Tickets are free but advanced registration is highly recommended to ensure admission.
If 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.

Unveiling of ABCL's Black Patriots of Lexington Portrait Banners and Screening of an episode of Black Patriots of Lexington
2025-04-03 18:30 | Church of Our Redeemer, 6 Meriam St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Come commemorate the significant role that Black men and women played in the Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775.
Doors open at 6:30 for socializing with appetizers and drinks.
An 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.
To 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.
There will also be an opportunity to take pictures with the portrait banners during the reception and after the screening.
Black 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.
ABCL’s Black Patriots of Lexington is supported by a Community Endowment of Lexington grant.
Reserve 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

Contradictions of Freedom - Quilt Exhibit - Opening Reception
2025-03-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Lexington Arts and Crafts Society, 130 Waltham St, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
Opening Reception is Sun March 30th, 2-4pm
Quilt Exhibit – From March 29-April 27
Sisters 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.
Sisters 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.
The Exhibit is free and open to the public. Learn More: https://www.lexart.org/exhibit-information/contradictions-of-freedom

Coming to America: A Musical Journey
2025-03-22 20:00 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
Cary Lecture
Jonathan McPhee, director of the Lexington Symphony, will give a talk entitled “Coming to America: A Musical Journey”. It will include musical examples and interludes with the help of members of the orchestra. As he says in the introduction on our flyer, he plans to introduce “great music during this period of reflection on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution [that] illustrates the cultural richness immigrants have infused into our communities and society”.
The people of Lexington have always been the intended audience for our four free annual lectures, and we’ve found that the Internet has brought us many visitors from neighboring towns. This is the second of two Cary Lectures in honor of the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington. The first was Professor Philip Deloria on October 5, 2024 (“The Five Things Indians Say”), and the third will be the Honorable Stephen Breyer, retired Justice of the Supreme Court, on May 3, 2025, for which there will be a separate entry on this site.

Coming to America: with Jonathan McPhee
2025-03-22 20:00 | Isaac Harris Cary Memorial Building, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
The history of immigration to the United States has been complex and, at times, brutal. Our country has welcomed immigrants and, at other times, excluded certain people as the new American culture has developed. Today, we often describe the United States as a melting pot, but that has been contentious. The United States is a unique experiment. What is different about our country as opposed to others with a multicultural population? With the international common language of music as a guide to our history, what can we discover about ourselves?
Lexington Symphony’s Music Director Jonathan McPhee has conducted orchestras all over the world from South America to Europe, and China. What he brings to Lexington with the Lexington Symphony is great music that––during this period of reflection on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution––illustrates the cultural richness immigrants have infused into our communities and society.
Attendance is on a first-come basis. Learn more: https://carylectureseries.org/

Sustainability Fair 2025 - Reflecting on our Roots, Growing a Resilient Future
2025-03-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Lexington High School, 251 Waltham Street, Lexington, MA, 02121, United States
Join us for the LexCAN and the Town of Lexington’s Sustainability Fair 2025!!
This 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.
Don’t miss out on this special community event!
Learn more: lexcan.org

Rum Revolution Craft Cocktail Class at The Inn at Hastings Park
2025-03-20 18:00 | The Inn at Hastings Park, 2027 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
The Inn at Hastings Park, Boston area’s only Relais & Châteaux property located in historic Lexington, MA is in the revolutionary spirit! To celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution, rum will be the focus of this craft cocktail class. During the colonial era, Boston was in the business of molasses distillation and rum became plentiful. It was the preferred alcoholic drink of American colonists and, on average, colonists consumed 3.7 gallons annually per head by the time of the American Revolution! Today, rum is again a top contender in popularity. The Inn at Hastings Park’s mixology instructor, Dipendra Karki, leads this hour-and-a-half, expertly guided craft cocktail class. Guests enjoy delicious bar snacks while learning the basics of building the perfect rum cocktails along with takeaway tools to practice the craft at home. What’s included: introduction to various bar tools, learning measurements and pour counts, building rum cocktails, creating creative garnishes, and introduction to infusions.
Must be 21+ to participate.
6 pm – 7:30 pm
$125/person.
Buy tickets: https://www.innathastingspark.com/experience/featured-experiences-and-events/#!/e/craft-cocktail-class-f1911f3f/

Book Chat on Poor Richard's Women by Nancy Rubin Stuart
2025-03-18 19:00 | Munroe Tavern, 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Behind any founding father are numerous founding mothers, sisters, and lovers. Benjamin Franklin had a large cast of women in his life, most importantly his wife of 44 years, Deborah Read Franklin. While frequently absent from the historical narrative due to their frequent time apart, Deborah was an important witness to and active participant in the political workings of the early Revolution, running the family businesses and raising a family in tumultuous times with her husband often away. Then, as Franklin traveled the globe, his social circle also expanded to include landladies and liaisons in London and Paris. Join us to discuss Nancy Rubin Stuart’s exploration of history’s forgotten heroines, led by longtime Book Chat member Mary Keenan.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-chat-on-poor-richards-women-by-nancy-rubin-stuart-tickets-1060405514439?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Cost Of Freedom Concert by Lexington Symphony
2025-03-15 19:30 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
Still | In Memorium
Lidström | World Premiere
Mats Lidström, cello
Beethoven | Symphony No. 3 “Eroica”
All ages.
Composed in 1930, the Still work memorializes the forgotten black soldiers who died for our country during the Civil War. W.G. Still considered this piece an ode to the unfulfilled promise of true freedom for black Americans. We know that there were black patriots who fought in the Revolutionary War, seeking freedom for all Americans. In the Battle of Lexington, one of the most famous black patriots who died in the Battle of Lexington was Prince Estabrook. Cary Hall has the Estabrook Room, named in his memory. Mats Lidstrom’s composition focuses on a famous speech given by Robert F. Kennedy before he was assassinated during his bid for the American Presidency. The cost he paid for his beliefs is obvious. It is also a World Premiere. Beethoven’s Third Symphony was inspired by what began as the war to free the French from oppression, only to then go very wrong as its Hero, turned out to be completely self-interested. In the end, Beethoven’s belief in Mankind was his final focus in what became the “heroic” symphony.

"Witness to 1775" Homeowner Gathering
2025-03-12 19:30 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
“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.

Celebrating the American Spirit
2025-03-09 15:00 | Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA, 02421, United States
The Concord Chamber Music Society presents Wendy Putnam, violin, and pianist Vytas Baksys, in an energetic celebration of the American spirit and our nation’s unique musical heritage.
Program:
The Short-Tempered Clavier (S. 3.14159, easy as) by P.D.Q. Bach
Sonata for Violin and Piano by Aaron Copland
Andante con Espressione by Florence Price
Souvenirs d’Amérique, Op.17, by Henri Vieuxtemps
In celebration with Concord250. Tickets: concordchambermusic.org

Alarmed in Lexington
2025-03-08 19:00 | Hancock-Clarke House, 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Step back in time to experience the anxious hours before the start of the American Revolution. It’s past midnight on April 19th, 1775, and Paul Revere has just left the home of Lexington’s minister, Jonas Clarke, with news of an impending British attack. This leaves the home’s occupants to take in the news and prepare for what is to come. In a series of three short plays by playwright Debbie Wiess, see how John Hancock and Samuel Adams, leaders of the Revolution, Dorothy Quincy and Lydia Hancock, John’s family, and Jonas and Lucy Clarke, town leaders, process the impending crisis as they prepare for war in the very rooms in which these conversations took place two hundred and fifty years ago.
This program is funded in part by Kirkland and Shaw Plumbing and Heating, and by a grant from the Lexington Council for the Arts, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
$20 members, $25 nonmembers
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alarmed-in-lexington-tickets-1145961815639?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dance Around the World
2025-03-08 18:00 | Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 44106, United States
Dance Around the World (DAW) is an event to celebrate the cultural diversity through an evening of International Folk, Classical and Pop dance.
