Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the
Start of the American Revolution
Experience MA250 in the Greater Merrimack Valley
On April 19th, 1775, shot was heard ‘round the world and the Battles of Lexington and Concord kicked off the American Revolution. 250 years later, on April 19th, 2025, MA250 celebrates the semiquincentennial anniversary of these historic battles. As the home of both Lexington and Concord, MA, the Greater Merrimack Valley invites you to come visit and commemorate 250 years of American history and independence, and rediscover the roots of American democracy.
Patriots Days Parking/Transportation Information
Lexington
Concord
ECHOES OF THE REVOLUTION –
FULL MOVIE – WATCH HERE!
Upcoming Events
Lex250 Patriots’ Day Weekend Kick Off Press Conference
Time: 9:00am - 10:00am
Location:
1625 Massachusetts Ave.
Lexington, 02420
Ken Burns, The American Revolution
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Location:
1605 Mass Ave
Lexington, MA 02420
Friday, April 18 – Acton Minutemen Activities
Time: 12:00am - 11:59pm
Location:
Discover History with MA250 Attractions in the
Greater Merrimack Valley
MA250: Commemorate 250 Years of Independence
250 years ago, the men and women of what is now the state of Massachusetts came together to stand against the British Redcoats. Now communities across the nation can come together to celebrate the result of this brave act. Communities in the Greater Merrimack Valley include: Acton, Bedford, Billerica, Chelmsford, Concord, Dracut, Dunstable, Harvard, Lexington, Lincoln, Littleton, Stow, Westford, Wilmington, Woburn and Burlington.
Throughout the Greater Merrimack Valley you’ll discover a wide variety of events and multimedia experiences to mark this momentous anniversary.