Events

Petitions: A Patriot Legacy Book Launch

The Depot 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, United States

"This month's Book Chat features a special conversation with Mary Keenan, author of the newly released book Petitions: A Patriot Legacy! In pre-Civil War America, the most effective grassroots method of enacting change was the humble petition. Particularly for women who were unable to vote, this was an invaluable tool to create a better society...

$10 – $15

Family Movie Night

The Depot 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, United States

Watch Disney's 1957 adaptation of the classic book Johnny Tremain, which follows the adventures of a young patriot as he joins the Sons of Liberty and takes part in historical events.

Paul Revere Ride Reenactment

Hancock Clarke House 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, Ma

On the eve of April 19, 1775, 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 Clarke. Their mission: To warn Patriot leaders John Hancock and Samuel Adams of the impending British raid. Get an early start of the...

“First Shot!: The Day the Revolution Began

The Depot 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, United States

Enjoy a film screening of Lexington Historical Society’s award-winning video along with a special Q & A session with British and Colonial reenactors and a sampling of Colonial Music. Additional screenings will be held at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Run a Colonial Farm! A History Mini Camp for Grades 6-8

Hancock Clarke House 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, Ma

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...

$45 – $60

Reading Into History: Book Chat on The Chinese Question by Mae Ngai

Munroe Tavern 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

The Gold Rush of 1849 brought scores of the hopeful to California, both to mine the hills for treasure, and to build the railroads that would connect the newly wealthy frontier to the rest of the country. Chinese immigrants made up a massive part of this labor force. As they entered the US and the...

$10 – $15

The Art of the Flower

Munroe Tavern 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

The Munroe Tavern museum features three beautiful gardens of 18th century flowers maintained by the Lexington Field and Garden Club. Stop in to see them in full bloom, with activities for the whole family! • Chats with our gardeners • Flower-themed art making • Flower history • 18th century music and dance Outdoor events FREE!...

Free

Book Chat on American Midnight with Adam Hochschild

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA, United States

America in the World War I era was a tinderbox: a time of fierce debate over labor rights, free speech, and racial equality. In an era marked by vigilanteism spurred on by the government, citizen turned against citizen in the war over what it means to be American. Lynchings, suppression of the press, and violence...

Free

Declaring Independence Then & Now

The Depot 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, United States

This dramatic presentation, created by Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area, aims to find out how our local towns read and reacted to the Declaration of Independence. Across the colonies, and particularly in Massachusetts, towns debated what freedom meant to them, and grappled with the grievances aired in the official Declaration. What did the words in...

Free

Be a Tavern Keeper! A History Mini Camp for Grades 3-5

Munroe Tavern 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, United States

An 18th century tavern was a busy place! Part restaurant, part hotel, part general store – running a business like this took a lot of skill. In this one-day camp, spend the day in a real historic tavern to see if you have what it takes to earn your innkeeper’s license. We’ll participate in hands-on...

$45 – $60

Gold For Ghosts: Rick Beyer’s Amazing Campaign for History’s Hidden Heroes

The Depot 13 Depot Square, Lexington, MA, United States

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...

$15