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SUMMARY:The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings
DESCRIPTION:1776 was more than a turning point; it marked the birth of a new world order. A bold line was drawn as ordinary people made extraordinary decisions\, declaring independence from the most powerful empire on earth. Driven by youthful fire\, they believed in the promise of liberty more than they feared the cost of pursuing it.\nHistoric Beverly proudly presents The American Revolution: A story of the War in 28 Paintings\, a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of artworks commissioned to illustrate Senator Henry Cabot Lodge Sr.’s landmark book.\nThese paintings are featured in Ken Burns’ upcoming documentary The American Revolution. The exhibit will be on display at the Cabot House from September 6\, 2025 to July 4\, 2026. Tickets are free and open to the public.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/the-american-revolution-a-story-of-the-war-in-28-paintings/
LOCATION:Cabot House\, 117 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Free Events,Historical
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SUMMARY:The Counter at The Umbrella Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Umbrella Arts Center proudly presents the Boston-area premiere of The Counter\, a riveting new play by acclaimed playwright Meghan Kennedy. This production will run Sep 26 – Nov 9\, 2025\, transforming the intimate Black Box space into a prism for a surprising\, funny and moving reflection on the everyday connections that can change our lives. \nThe play is helmed by emerging director Alex Lonati in her Umbrella Stage debut\, and features Norton Award-nominated “ranney”* as Paul\, Margaret Clark as Katie\, and Norton and IRNE Award-winner Maureen Keiller* as Peg. \nThis award-winning play follows the unlikely connection between Paul\, a retired firefighter who goes every morning to the same small town diner\, and Katie\, who’s always there to pour the coffee. After many months of small talk across the counter\, the sharing of one secret grows into a deeply meaningful\, life-affirming friendship—shocking both Paul and Katie into embracing the hopes and joys born of basic human connection. \nThrough sharp dialogue and unexpected humor\, The Counter explores “secrets and grief and escape\, [running] away and starting again\, and most crucially standing in front of a suddenly opened door.” (New York Stage Review) \n“I’m excited that Boston audiences will have an opportunity to experience The Counter for the first time\,” says Performing Arts Director Brian Boruta. “It struck me as a thrilling surprise – a reminder that the most unlikely connections found in our everyday lives can have a monumental impact.” \nOriginally commissioned by Roundabout Theater\, it was called “an intensely provocative new American play” (New York Stage Review) by Kennedy\, whose other plays include Napoli\, Brooklyn; Too Much\, Too Much\, Too Many; and Light. Her work has been produced around the U.S.\, U.K.\, Ireland and Sweden\, developed or presented by such prominent institutions as the National Theatre of London\, The Atlantic Theater Company\, Williamstown Theatre Festival\, and Ars Nova. \n*Indicates a member of Actor’s Equity Association.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/the-counter-at-the-umbrella-arts-center/
LOCATION:The Umbrella Arts Center\, 40 Stow Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:A River Transformed Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. \nJune 15-August 31\, 2025\nMonday and Tuesday at 2 p.m. \nVisitors should plan for a 75-minute tour\, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.) \nThis tour is free. To reserve your spot\, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/a-river-transformed-walking-tour-3/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Free Events,Historical,Outdoors,Talks and Film
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SUMMARY:A River Transformed Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. \nJune 15-August 31\, 2025\nMonday and Tuesday at 2 p.m. \nVisitors should plan for a 75-minute tour\, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.) \nThis tour is free. To reserve your spot\, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/a-river-transformed-walking-tour-4/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum\, 115 John Street\, Lowell\, 01852\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tour: Playing to Our Strengths: Highlights from the Permanent Collection
DESCRIPTION:Join curatorial fellow Ricardo Mercado to explore highlights from the Addison’s permanent collection in two sections: the “ideal” and the “real.” The “ideal\,” bringing together American Impressionist paintings with Pictorialist photography\, and the “real\,” featuring works by the Ashcan School and social realist photographs. Together\, these works reveal how American artists of the era grappled with questions of beauty\, truth\, and the rapidly transforming character of modern life. This is the second exhibition in a series exploring particular strengths of the Addison’s renowned collection of art of the United States from the 17th century to the present day. This program is presented in partnership with Andover’s Memorial Hall Library.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/tour-playing-to-our-strengths-highlights-from-the-permanent-collection/
LOCATION:Addison Gallery of American Art\, Chapel Avenue\, Andover\, Massachusetts\, 01810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Reception: Emerge: Celebrating Student Creativity
DESCRIPTION:Discover the stunning photography captured by Middlesex Community College’s talented Communication\, Art\, and Design students including Katie Butts\, Alex Chen\, Jose Díaz-Torres\, Alex Mattson\, and Namrataq Rajkarnikar. \nJoin the reception on Tuesday\, October 7th to meet the artists while enjoying light refreshments from City Hall Cafe and music by the MCC Guitarists.
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/reception-emerge-celebrating-student-creativity/
LOCATION:Lowell City Hall\, Lowell City Hall\, 375 Merrimack St\, Lowell\, MA\, 01852\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Exhibits,Free Events
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SUMMARY:Book Chat on The Men Who Lost America by Andrew Jackson O'Shaughnessy
DESCRIPTION:Stereotypes about the British military during the American Revolution are countless\, and often contradictory. Did England possess the most professional fighting force in the world\, or did they bumble through New England\, clinging tightly to outdated tactics while shrewd farmers rewrote the rules around them? Historian Andrew O’Shaughnessy untangles this web by following several prominent British leaders\, including George III himself\, to reveal the real competence\, as well as the human folly\, of the Crown and its representatives. Join us for a lively discussion\, lead by British military reenactor and historian Paul O’Shaughnessy\, on The Men Who Lost America. \nReading Into History: Book Chats is a series of informal discussions of historical topics inspired by nonfiction history books\, and led by authors\, historians\, and local history enthusiasts. All are welcome; reading the book is not required\, but will enhance the experience! \n$10 members\, $15 nonmembers
URL:https://revolutionaryvalley.org/event/book-chat-on-the-men-who-lost-america-by-andrew-jackson-oshaughnessy/
LOCATION:The Depot
CATEGORIES:Historical
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