Lex250 would like to thank our amazing community for their support of the Lex250 celebrations by highlighting a few of our volunteers. We appreciate everyone for their work in making sure our events are a success.
Today, we’re highlighting our volunteer Leslie Masson!
Lexington’s history is filled with stories of courage, community, and change. Is there a particular aspect of that history that resonates with you, and why?
Through my research on the life of Margaret Tulip, I’ve become fascinated with 18th-century colonial Massachusetts. Especially how people lived and interacted with each other here in Lexington. I would love to get a deeper understanding of the dynamics between the John Bridges & the Amos Muzzys; and what made them tick.
How do you hope Lexington’s 250th anniversary will inspire future generations?
It is incredibly sad that during this significant anniversary, our democracy is under siege and being dismantled. I want future generations to be able to look back and know that we resisted in small and large ways. I can’t remember when I first learned about Project 2025, but it terrified me. When we were putting together the Drone Show, I wanted to remind people that although our revolution was born on 19 April 1775, common, everyday men and women provided prenatal support through acts of civil disobedience. Resistance takes many forms.
What spot in Lexington would you suggest visitors check out?
The women’s monument!!!