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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T200000
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SUMMARY:"Heads of Families and Men of Substance" The Rise of the Merrimack Valley Minute Men
DESCRIPTION:In October 1774\, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress instructed towns throughout the colony to prepare for imminent conflict with England. In response\, the Merrimack Valley\, in particular\, shifted into a wartime stance\, forming minute companies\, stockpiling weapons\, ammunition\, and supplies\, and setting up a defense network ready to mobilize if British forces advanced from Boston. Join historian and professor\, Alexander Cain as he explores the Merrimack Valley’s reaction\, focusing on Andover\, to the British threat and delves into the formation of the Massachusetts militia and the minuteman system just before the battles of Lexington and Concord. \nDoors at 6:00/Presentation Begins at 6:30 \nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/heads-of-families-and-men-of-substance-the-rise-of-the-merrimack-valley-minute-men/
LOCATION:The Stevens Center on the Common\, 800 Massachusetts Avenue\, North Andover\, MA\, 01845\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T200000
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CREATED:20250331T192257Z
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SUMMARY:North Andover Revolutionaries in the First and Second Burial Grounds
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution by learning about our local revolutionary heroes buried in North Andover’s First and Second Burial Ground. Who were they? What was their previous fighting experience? What drove them to war? \nNA Historical Society Educator\, David Blauvelt\, will speak on the character and actions of some of the town’s Revolutionary War soldiers. \nDoors at 6:00/Presentation Begins at 6:30 \nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets \n \n 
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/north-andover-revolutionaries-in-the-first-and-second-burial-grounds/
LOCATION:The Stevens Center on the Common\, 800 Massachusetts Avenue\, North Andover\, MA\, 01845\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250407T193123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T131612Z
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SUMMARY:Marblehead's Mysterious Revolutionary
DESCRIPTION:On May 10\, 1775\, the once formidable life of Colonel Jeremiah Lee of Marblehead came to an abrupt end\, due to his covert acts on behalf of independence. \nJudy Anderson leads this illustrated presentation to honor Lee’s life and contributions to the revolutionary cause\, which have remained nearly unrecognized for two and a half\ncenturies. \nA Colonel of Marblehead’s defensive militia since 1751\, Lee also led the town’s large rebel militia from January 1775 until his untimely death. Judy Anderson will illuminate the story of one of America’s forgotten\, but most crucial\, revolutionaries. \nIN-PERSON TICKETS (SOLD OUT) \nFOR ZOOM TICKETS\, CLICK HERE
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/marbleheads-mysterious-revolutionary/
LOCATION:Marblehead Museum\, 170 Washington Street\, Marblehead\, 01945\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250331T200634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T200705Z
UID:10000101-1744632000-1744635600@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:Lunch Time History Films-Massachusetts Community Militias
DESCRIPTION:Lunchtime History Films\, bring your lunch!\n\nMassachusetts Community Militias\n\nA casual discussion and a 20-30 minute film. Presented by Heritage Films\, Dan Tremblay\, a volunteer and member of DHS.\n\n\nFree Admission. Donations appreciated. \nDanvers Historical Society: 978-777-1666 or E-mail to connect@danvershistory.org
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/lunch-time-history-films-massachusetts-community-militias/
LOCATION:Tapley Memorial Hall\, 13 Page Street\, Danvers\, MA\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250331T192719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T194137Z
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SUMMARY:Reconstructing the Voice of James Stevens: A North Andover Revolutionary
DESCRIPTION:Join linguist and NAHS facilities manager\, Antoine Trombino-Ponte\, as he explains his reconstruction of the voice of James Stevens\, through James’ diary\, which he began on April 19th\, 1775. \nAntoine Trombino-Aponte is the Facilities Manager at the North Andover Historical Society as well as an Educator at the JFK Library\, Boston. \nDoors at 6:00/Presentation Begins at 6:30 \nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/reconstructing-the-voice-of-james-stevens-a-north-andover-revolutionary/
LOCATION:The Stevens Center on the Common\, 800 Massachusetts Avenue\, North Andover\, MA\, 01845\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250220T145337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T191649Z
UID:10000084-1744830000-1744835400@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Program - Salem's Pre-Revolutionary Revolution
DESCRIPTION:A decade before 1776\, changes in the social and political hierarchies of Salem paved the way for its Revolutionary and post-Revolutionary roles. Dr. Donna Seger\, professor of history at Salem State University and co-author of the forthcoming Salem’s Centuries. New Perspectives on the History of an Old American City\, leads us through some of the major clashes and contests. \nJoin Dr. Donna Seger and Historic New England’s North Shore Regional Site Administrator\, Abigail Stewart\, for thrilling tales from Revolutionary Salem! \nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets \nHistoric New England Members Free; Nonmembers $5. \nAdvance tickets are required. \nPlease call (617)994-6678  for more information. \nThe link for the webinar will be included in the order confirmation for this program.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/virtual-program-salems-pre-revolutionary-revolution/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250331T193535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T193535Z
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SUMMARY:The Osgoods - 250 Years Ago They Started A Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Based on shared research about their families\, cousins Rich Pitra and Kathleen Osgood will bring their ANCESTRY CLUB research to North Andover on the eve of the 250th anniversary of our town’s involvement in the early days of the American Revolution. \nFrom the “shot heard round the world” on April 19\, 1775\, to September 3\, 1783\, with the signing of the Treaty of Paris\, the Osgoods fought in the Revolution. Now\, 250 years later\, Katie and Rich will highlight the family who fought in the opening battles for American Independence\, including the Fryes and Osgoods from Andover\, the Osgoods and Prescotts from Lancaster\, and the Hales from Hollis\, Massachusetts. The presentation will follow their routes to Lexington and Concord and on to the Siege of Boston and the Battle of Bunker Hill. \nDoors at 6pm/Presentation at 6:30pm \nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets \n 
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/the-osgoods-250-years-ago-they-started-a-revolution/
LOCATION:The Stevens Center on the Common\, 800 Massachusetts Avenue\, North Andover\, MA\, 01845\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20241024T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T185226Z
UID:10000062-1745002800-1745010000@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:"Shadows of 1775"
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Lynnfield Historical Society \nShadows of 1775 \nAn original play. Hear the words of those who represented Lynn end (what Lynnfield was known as) \nThe play is led by a narrator who calls on various characters sitting in the audience; Characters (who are real people from 1775 Lynnfield) tell their individual stories\, which\, in turn\, tell the whole story. \nThis event is FREE and open to all. Seating is limited (First come/first served) \nFor more information visit: https://www.lynnfieldhistoricalsociety.org/lhs–revolution-250.html
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/lynnfield-historical-society-revolution-250-events/
LOCATION:Centre Congregational Church Chapel\, 5 Summer St\, Lynnfield\, MA\, 01940\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynnfield Historical Society":MAILTO:thelynnfieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250407T190729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T190729Z
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SUMMARY:Lynnfield Historical Society Revolution 250 Events
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday April 19th there will be a series of events on Lynnfield Common and in the Lynnfield Library \n11:00am: Patriots Gallery of lawn signs containing biographies of the 38 men of Bancroft’s Company \n11:00am: Children’s craft and story time; Children can make their own tri-cornered hats. There will also be a reading of Longfellow’s poem “Midnight Ride of Paul Revere” in the Library. \n12:30pm: Fife and Drum Demonstrations \n12:35pm: Hear the story of Martin Herrick – Lynnfield’s own midnight rider \n12:45pm: Martin Herrick arrives on horseback \n12:50pm: Kids Parade \n1:00pm: Militia Demonstrations: Musket Display\, Mourn Arms presentation\, Wreath Laying\, 18th Century music with Ron Sarro \n2:00pm: Patriotic concert featuring the Reading Community Concert Band. \n  \nFor more information visit: https://www.lynnfieldhistoricalsociety.org/lhs–revolution-250.html
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/lynnfield-historical-society-revolution-250-events-2/
LOCATION:Lynnfield Library\, 18 Summer St\, Lynnfield\, MA\, 01940\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lynnfield Historical Society":MAILTO:thelynnfieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250331T194034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T194034Z
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SUMMARY:REV250 Bus Tour of North Andover & Andover
DESCRIPTION:**THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT** \nJoin us on April 19th for the Revolutionary History Tour Shuttle\, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture! \nEmbark on an adventure through our shared heritage as we bring our two towns\, once united during the American Revolution\, back together for a day of family-friendly learning and fun. \nThe 1.5 hour bus tour will start at the North Andover Historical Society. The route retraces the path taken by the Militia through North Andover and Andover en route to the battle at Lexington and Concord. View historical homes and sites that stood in 1775. The 18th century owners of these homes helped shape our nation’s journey to independence. Our experienced guides from the NAHS and ACHC will share captivating stories and anecdotes about our local connections to the revolution. \nIn North Andover the bus will stop briefly for a tour of the historic kitchen and dining room at the Timothy Johnson House where you can enjoy a glass of lemonade. The bus continues on to Andover viewing more historic homes and stopping briefly at the west Andover Blanchard Upton House for an outdoor tour and a glass of apple cider. From there\, the bus returns to the North Andover Historical Society. \nConnect with your neighbors and foster a sense of pride in our intertwined past and the aspirations of ordinary people in our towns in 1775 who fought for liberty\, equality and justice as they marched at the Lexington Alarm from the North Parish meeting house\, through Andover and on to Concord and Lexington on 19th April\, 1775.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/rev250-bus-tour-of-north-andover-andover/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T075000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250303T204448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T131511Z
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SUMMARY:Patriots Day Remembrance 2025
DESCRIPTION:Every year on Patriots Day\, the members of the Danvers Alarm List Company gather to honor the brave men from Danvers who made the ultimate sacrifice at the Jason Russell House on April 19th\, 1775\, by participating in a special mini-marathon. This year\, in commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of Patriots Day\, we’re expanding our programming. For the first time\, we’ll offer Trolley transportation\, allowing not only our reenactors but also members of the public to join us at each of our historic stops. Our knowledgeable reenactors will share the story of the 16 mile march made to the Battle of Menotomy and the lives of the men we lost that day. At each stop of the graves and monuments dedicated to the seven Danvers men\, we will hold a brief ceremony and a volley salute. Reenactors will also bring history to life with engaging spoken dialogue aboard the Trolleys. Be sure to stay tuned for the most up-to-date information on the schedule and Trolley registration.\n\nBelow are the stops without the exact times as we are still finalizing this. Trolleys will pick-up and drop-off at the Rebecca Nurse Homestead. There is plenty of parking available but once we leave the Homestead at 7:50am we will not be returning until 1pm\, so please keep this in mind. (We will have portable toilets available at the Nurse Homestead before departure and upon return.) \n\n\nTraining Field (Centre Street Danvers). The Village Training Field on Centre Street was given to the town by Deacon Nathaniel Ingersoll in 1709 as a training place. A marker at the Training Field stands as a memorial to the seven Danvers men who died on April 19\, 1775 in Menotomy (Arlington).\nJacobs Gravesite (Edgehill Road Peabody). Henry Jacobs was one of the Danvers men who fell on April 19. He is buried in a family cemetery. At that time\, Peabody was part of Danvers.\nOld South Burial Ground (Main Street Peabody). The South Burial Ground contains the graves of four Danvers men who died on April 19: Ebenezer Goldthwaite\, George Southwick\, Samuel Cook\, and Benjamin Daland.\nLexington Monument (Washington St. Peabody)\n\n(This stop will be the only stop with access to bathrooms until the Nurse Homestead) \n\nHutchinson Home Site Marker (Water Street Danvers). Capt. Israel Hutchinson commanded a Minute company that fought in Menotomy. Hutchinson lived in a home on Water Street in Danversport\, which is no longer standing. The bodies of the Danvers dead were brought back to this house on April 20\, 1775. A granite marker marks the location of the house.\nReuben Keniston Grave – Leach Burial Ground (Elliot Street Danvers). Ruben Keniston was a Beverly man who marched to Menotomy with Capt. Israel Hutchinson’s company. He was killed on April 19th.\nNurse Homestead Cemetery (Pine Street Danvers). The cemetery at the Nurse House contains the graves of Revolutionary War veterans Francis Nurse (great grandson of Rebecca) and Matthew Putnam. (There will be portable toilets at this location)\n\nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets for the Patriots Day Trolley \nPlease check back on Facebook as more updates get added to this special day of programming.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/patriots-day-remembrance-2025/
LOCATION:Rebecca Nurse Homestead\, 149 Pine Street\, Danvers\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250331T194702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T194702Z
UID:10000098-1745344800-1745352000@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:Vox Populi: Towns of Massachusetts and the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In the two and a half centuries since American Independence was declared and secured\, little attention has been spent looking into the roles of communities other than those who participated in significant events or were centers of population. Boston\, Lexington\, Concord\, & Bunker Hill play an outsized role in the public memory of the American Revolution. In this talk\, we will examine the hearts and minds of the people and communities across Massachusetts to understand why they would risk their lives\, liberties\, and fortunes for a new nation. \nJonathan Lane is a historian with the Massachusetts Historical Society and the coordinator for Revolution 250\, an organization dedicated to commemorating the American Revolutionary War. \nDoors at 6:00/Presentation at 6:30 \nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/vox-populi-towns-of-massachusetts-and-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:The Stevens Center on the Common\, 800 Massachusetts Avenue\, North Andover\, MA\, 01845\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250314T153106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T153304Z
UID:10000091-1745434800-1745440200@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:Facing Colonel Alexander Leslie
DESCRIPTION:How\, why & where the first battle of the American Revolution could have happened at Salem’s North Bridge in February 1775 instead of in Lexington and at Concord’s North Bridge on April 19th. \nLess than two months before April 19th in 1775\, the American Revolution’s first land battle could have taken place in Marblehead and/or Salem instead of in Lexington and Concord\, in the exact same scenario. The “Salem Alarm” event that occurred in Salem on February 26th\, 1775 and later became known as “Leslie’s Retreat\,” is now quite familiar — especially after the big 250th anniversary reenactment a few weeks ago\, and several educational events about it. \nHere in Danvers on April 23rd\, an illustrated program will explore the human side of the near-miss episode\, along with its geographical and social context. \nWho was the “Leslie” of “Leslie’s Retreat” ? — Why did he and his Regular Army troops march through the crowded and volatile metropolis of Marblehead to march into Salem? — And where in Marblehead did they land? \nSocial and cultural historian Judy Anderson of Marblehead will introduce Colonel Alexander Leslie as a person\, along with a few of the other individuals who were involved — most of whom were remarkably young ! … She will also note who were NOT involved\, contrary to common assumptions and portrayals of the tense confrontation on that cold February day. … Along the way\, she will illuminate what Marblehead actually was in 1775\, as opposed to what people think it was — especially in relation to Danvers and Salem. Because in 1775\, all three were VERY different communities. \nPortrait of Lt. Colonel Alexander Leslie as a General (in 1776) by Thomas Gainsborough. Private collection in Scotland. \nDetail of a painting by J.O.J. Frost (1920s)\, depicting the landing of Colonel Leslie’s troops at a cove in Marblehead Harbor. Marblehead Museum collection. \nWe are proud to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program. \nSpeaker Series typically every 3rd Wednesday\, 7pm.\nIncluding a temporary exhibit of related artifacts from the Society’s collections.\nTapley Memorial Hall 13 Page Street\, Danvers MA.\nDanvers Historical Society: 978-777-1666 or E-mail to dhs@danvershistory.org   Donations appreciated. \nLearn more here: https://www.danvershistory.org/2025/04/facing-colonel-alexander-leslie/
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/facing-colonel-alexander-leslie/
LOCATION:Tapley Memorial Hall\, 13 Page Street\, Danvers\, MA\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250407T192045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T154330Z
UID:10000105-1745600400-1745604000@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:"How the First Shots of the Amer. Rev. War Could Have been Fired in Marblehead and/or Salem on February 26\, 1775"
DESCRIPTION:A 1-hour walking Tour with Judy Anderson\nMarblehead’s role in the events of 26 Feb. 1775 ~ where the British Regulars landed ~ and who did & did not participate. \nTour meets at Fort Beach. No RSVP required. Tour will end on Washington Street. \nPlease note: there are no restrooms available during the tour. Children are welcome\, as well as dogs on a leash. \nCLICK HERE for more information \n  \n 
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/how-the-first-shots-of-the-amer-rev-war-could-have-been-fired-in-marblehead-and-or-salem-on-february-26-1775/2025-04-25/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250422T154127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T195027Z
UID:10000112-1745753400-1745757000@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:Leslie's Retreat: Illustrated Powerpoint
DESCRIPTION:With images & visuals\, social historian Judy Anderson of Marblehead will talk about the confrontation in Salem on February 26\, 1775\, and where the British Regular Army troops are said to have landed in Marblehead. \nThe program will emphasize the historical background of Marblehead at that time\, and the distinctive differences between Salem & Marblehead\, both during the Revolution and before. \nEvent is FREE but donations to the Old North Church are greatly appreciated.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/leslies-retreat-illustrated-powerpoint/
LOCATION:Old North Church\, 35 Washington Street\, Marblehead\, MA\, 01945\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
CREATED:20250407T192045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T154330Z
UID:10000107-1745769600-1745773200@essexheritage.org
SUMMARY:"How the First Shots of the Amer. Rev. War Could Have been Fired in Marblehead and/or Salem on February 26\, 1775"
DESCRIPTION:A 1-hour walking Tour with Judy Anderson\nMarblehead’s role in the events of 26 Feb. 1775 ~ where the British Regulars landed ~ and who did & did not participate. \nTour meets at Fort Beach. No RSVP required. Tour will end on Washington Street. \nPlease note: there are no restrooms available during the tour. Children are welcome\, as well as dogs on a leash. \nCLICK HERE for more information \n  \n 
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/how-the-first-shots-of-the-amer-rev-war-could-have-been-fired-in-marblehead-and-or-salem-on-february-26-1775/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T082219
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SUMMARY:"By the First Ship from Salem:" The Voyage of the Schooner Quero\, April 28\, 1775.
DESCRIPTION:Salem Maritime National Historic Site is telling the story of a key but lesser-known voyage across the Atlantic Ocean 250 years ago to deliver news of rebellion in Massachusetts. In April 1775\, after the Battles of Lexington and Concord\, the race was on to control the narrative of the rebellion. Leaving from Derby Wharf onboard the schooner “Quero\,” Salem patriot Captain John Derby and his crew set sail for England on April 28th\, 1775. Onboard the ship were written accounts of the battle and sworn affidavits by participants. They aimed to beat the British ship “Sukey\,” which was carrying the British military report of the battles back to England. Despite the “Sukey” leaving four days earlier\, the nimble “Quero” arrived almost two weeks before the British vessel. The written accounts from the “Quero” were delivered to London\, where they were quickly disseminated throughout England.\n\n\nTo commemorate the 250th anniversary of the voyage of the “Quero\,” Salem Maritime National Historic Site is hosting a FREE EVENT at 7 pm on Monday\, April 28\, at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center (2 New Liberty Street). Titled “By the First Ship from Salem: The Voyage of the Schooner Quero\,” curator Dr. Emily Murphy will highlight the historical significance of this race across the Atlantic. Living history practitioners will read the original accounts from the “Quero” and the “Sukey.” Join us as we explore the tumultuous start of the American Revolution and how the news spread in 1775.\n\n\n\n\nNo reservations are required.
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/by-the-first-ship-from-salem-the-voyage-of-the-schooner-quero-april-28-1775/
LOCATION:Salem Armory Visitor Center\, 2 New Liberty Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Old Andover" and the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:This talk shows how Andover helped plant the seeds of the American Revolution. We will see old Andover’s role in the fight for Independence and our legacy in shaping the birth of the nation. \nScott W. Dianis is a longtime resident of Andover with a keen interest in local history\, particularly in the stories that help explain the town’s early development and evolution. He recently published an updated edition of Sarah Bailey’s “Historical Sketches of Andover”\, detailing the town’s history from its founding to the early 19th century. \nDoors at 6pm/Presentation at 6:30pm \nCLICK HERE to purchase tickets
URL:https://essexheritage.org/rev250/event/old-andover-and-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:The Stevens Center on the Common\, 800 Massachusetts Avenue\, North Andover\, MA\, 01845\, United States
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