Nearly 20 years ago, while living in Lexington, author and filmmaker Rick Beyer learned the incredible story of the WWII deception units known as The Ghost Army. He soon launched a quest to tell the world about their exploits, and to make sure what they did would never be forgotten. That led to the Ghost...
Odds are, if you lived in Massachusetts in the 18th century, you lived on a farm. What skills would you need to live off the land, and how did you unwind after all this work?In this one-day camp, become a historian and explore a historic house and artifacts that tell us about our past. We'll...
Visit over three centuries of Lexington's past on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground. From skulls and crossbones, to willow trees and urns, this is the perfect place to see the history of how our ancestors grappled with the concept of death through beautiful artwork. Discover how mortuary art has changed over...
Revolution is in the air…and so is murder! In the spirit of Halloween, this month’s interactive Tavern Night will revolve around a mysterious death at historic Buckman Tavern. Who done it, and why? Guests will enjoy an evening of food and drink while collecting clues to unveil the murderer. Join the investigation and catch the...
Visit over three centuries of Lexington's past on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground. From skulls and crossbones, to willow trees and urns, this is the perfect place to see the history of how our ancestors grappled with the concept of death through beautiful artwork. Discover how mortuary art has changed over...
Over 40 years ago, park ranger Jon Waterman took his first journey to Alaska’s Noatak River. Astonished by the abundant wildlife, the strange landscape, and its otherworldly light, he spent collective years of his life exploring Arctic North America. After three decades away, he returned with his son, and amid a now-flooded river bereft of the once-plentiful caribou, he was...
Visit over three centuries of Lexington's past on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground. From skulls and crossbones, to willow trees and urns, this is the perfect place to see the history of how our ancestors grappled with the concept of death through beautiful artwork. Discover how mortuary art has changed over...
Visit over three centuries of Lexington's past on a walking tour of the historic Old Burying Ground. From skulls and crossbones, to willow trees and urns, this is the perfect place to see the history of how our ancestors grappled with the concept of death through beautiful artwork. Discover how mortuary art has changed over...
The tavern was dark in the days before electricity! Learn about lighting in the 18th century and roll your own candle. Drop in any time between 1:00 - 4:00 PM to learn! This activity is suitable for ages 6 and up, including adults! Included with museum admission.
On December 13, 1773, three days before the Boston Tea Party, the Lexington Town Meeting concluded a multi-day debate with a resolution to stop purchasing or drinking imported British tea. The crowd spilled out onto the common behind the meeting house and made a bonfire, throwing the entire town's supply of tea into it. Each...
Join us to bring light during the deep, dark time of winter & to celebrate our 250th anniversary spirit. This free workshop for making tin lanterns is presented by the Lexington Historical Society, in partnership with the Munroe Center for the Arts Read more online - munroecenter.org/lexlux Location: 1403 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Date and...
Make your way to Depot Square with your lantern or flashlight! There will be a community light sculpture project, LED spirograph portraits, an interactive light display, campfire and hot chocolate, animated projection mapping onto the Depot building, and a group drone photo to capture it all! Saturday night kicks off two weeks of illuminations along our...
