History. Beer. Friends. What else could you ask for? Buckman Tavern’s official liquor license expired in 1813, but we still open for business on occasion! We’re recreating the 18th century tavern experience: drop in for music, games, snacks, and beer served from our historic bar in Buckman’s original taproom. Mingle with citizens of 1775 Lexington...
Hindemith | Mathis der Maler Vaughan Williams | Sea Symphony Aaron Engebreth, baritone Michelle Trainor, soprano New World Chorale This program focuses on the fight. The Hindemith piece is built around Mathis the Painter’s Fight for Freedom in the 16th Century. One could say it was Hindemith’s thinly veiled protest against what the Nazis were...
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.
As 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.
In advance of the 250th Anniversary, join Massachusetts Militia and Minute forces as they prepare to defend themselves against any foe. With several militia units present as well as the Ladies Association of Revolutionary America (LARA), this event will begin with a sermon by the local Reverend Jonas Clarke, followed by drills on the Lexington...
In celebration of 250 years since the Battle of Lexington and 140 years of harvests at Wilson Farm, the Lexington Chamber of Commerce and Lex250 are proud to host a special Gala at Wilson Farm. Bringing together multiple local favorites, this event promises to create a warm and festive setting, where gourmet appetizers, a one-hour...
Dance Around the World (DAW) is an event to celebrate the cultural diversity through an evening of International Folk, Classical and Pop dance.
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...
THE COST OF FREEDOM SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2025 | 7:30PM PRE-CONCERT CONDUCTOR'S TALK AT 6:30PM Sponsored by Winfield and Linda Perry Beethoven | Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” Still | In Memoriam Martinů | Memorial to Lidice Williams | Liberty Fanfare William Grant Still’s In Memoriam memorializes the forgotten Black soldiers who fought for our country...
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.
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...
LexCAN and the Town of Lexington invite you to the 2025 Lexington Sustainability Fair! The event will feature a keynote speaker, a panel of local speakers, an electric vehicle showcase, a full slate of vendors and organizations, and family friendly activities.
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?
