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
Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cost: Free
Location:
16 South Road
Bedford, 01730
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.