January America 250 Events
In 2025 and 2026, Massachusetts will proudly commemorate the 250th anniversary of the battles that shaped the fight for America’s independence. As the birthplace of American Liberty, this historic state was where the seeds of freedom were sown, and the foundation of the nation's future was laid.
Massachusetts is embracing its rich heritage, exploring untold and lesser-known stories alongside the familiar ones. This celebration isn’t just about looking back — it's also about honoring the innovations and transformations of the past 250 years.
From the scenic hills of the Berkshires to the historic Blackstone Valley, and from the North and South Shores to the Cape and Islands, Massachusetts invites you to join in commemorating pivotal events, uncovering hidden narratives, and looking forward to the revolutions still ahead.
Each month, here at C Devon’s Homes, we will feature events that will be happening throughout our great state!
January First, 2025: Raising the Flag at Prospect Hill.
Commemorating a milestone of the American Revolution, January 1, 1776, when General Washington raised a new American flag over the highest point of the American fortifications surrounding the then-occupied City of Boston.
Featuring a procession from City Hall in Somerville to Prospect Hill Park, followed by an hour-long program of activities.
Time: 12-1pm, Prospect Hill Park, 68 Munroe Street, Somerville, MA
Somerville Museum
January 26th, 2025 Lecture in Hingham:
REV250 Lecture: Joel Bohy, Director of Historic Arms & Militaria at Bruneau and Co. presents “Hingham’s Revolutionary Canteens” as part of the Hingham Historical Society 2024-2025 lecture series: Revisiting the American Revolution.
The series is an in-depth and expanded look at our Nation’s founding drama; the series features renowned historians and writers each of who will share fascinating insights on the War for Independence. A detailed brochure for the series can be found on the Hingham Historical Society website: Hingham Historical Society Subscriptions are now on sale. In person at the Hingham Heritage Museum 34 Main Street, Hingham, MA and via Zoom at 3:00pm.
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