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A Visit with Paul Revere

Michael Lepage brings Boston’s favorite patriot vividly to life!

August 22, 2026
Event Date2026-08-22T13:00:00 - 2026-08-22T15:00:00

Learn about the details of Paul Revere's Midnight Ride, his many children, and his work as a gold and silversmith. Hosted at the Paul Revere House. 

Performances at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m.

August 22, 2026
Event Date2026-08-22T13:00:00 - 2026-08-22T15:00:00

The Tailor’s Craft

Clothing historian Henry Cooke takes on the role of an early Boston tailor!

August 15, 2026
Event Date2026-08-15T13:00:00 - 2026-08-15T15:00:00

Watch as he “takes the measure” of visitors, then sits cross-legged, fashioning waistcoats from luxurious fabrics and “slops” from coarse weaves. Hosted at the Paul Revere House. 

August 15, 2026
Event Date2026-08-15T13:00:00 - 2026-08-15T15:00:00

Indigenous Beadwork with Sage Carbone

Come learn about Indigenous Beadwork and their significance!

August 8, 2026
Event Date2026-08-08T13:00:00 - 2026-08-08T15:00:00

Sage Carbone, Boston resident with Indigenous (Northern Narragansett, Mi'kmaq) and colonial ancestry will demonstrate beadwork. Her ongoing projects include the City of Cambridge "Native Voices" to install street signage in the Massachusett language and reinterpret historical markers and collaborating with the Boston Red Sox to host the annual Native American and American Indian Celebration at Fenway Park. Her beadwork can be seen on exhibition at the Cyrus Dallin Museum in Arlington, MA and is available for commission by request.

August 8, 2026
Event Date2026-08-08T13:00:00 - 2026-08-08T15:00:00

Hammered Dulcimer Concert

Award-winning musician Dave Neiman plays jigs, reels, and Baroque and Renaissance tunes that Paul Revere and his family may have enjoyed.

August 1, 2026
Event Date2026-08-01T13:00:00 - 2026-08-01T15:00:00

Hosted at the Paul Revere House. 

August 1, 2026
Event Date2026-08-01T13:00:00 - 2026-08-01T15:00:00

Abigail Adams: Love and Politics in the American Revolution

Journey back in time through this one-woman play written and performed by Laura Rocklyn!

July 25, 2026
Event Date2026-07-25T13:00:00 - 2026-07-25T15:00:00

The year is 1788. Abigail and John Adams have just returned from Europe, where John has served as an American envoy to France and England. When greeted with the news that the new United States' Constitution has finally been ratified and that the first Presidential election is at hand, Abigail looks back over her life at the center of the inspiring and challenging events that led to the creation of this new nation.

Performances at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m.

July 25, 2026
Event Date2026-07-25T13:00:00 - 2026-07-25T15:00:00

Hammered Dulcimer Concert

Award-winning musician Dave Neiman plays jigs, reels, and Baroque and Renaissance tunes that Paul Revere and his family may have enjoyed.

July 18, 2026
Event Date2026-07-18T13:00:00 - 2026-07-18T15:00:00

Hosted at the Paul Revere House. 

July 18, 2026
Event Date2026-07-18T13:00:00 - 2026-07-18T15:00:00

Green Woodworking Demonstration

Learn about traditional green woodworking techniques!

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T13:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

Charles Thompson will demonstrate chair-making and green woodworking techniques. Using traditional hand tools, he will shape and assemble a three-legged stool. Green woodworking uses the inherent properties of freshly felled timber to make furniture that will last for generations.

July 11, 2026
Event Date2026-07-11T13:00:00 - 2026-07-11T15:00:00

Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs

Enjoy musical selections played by itinerant musicians!

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T13:00:00 - 2026-07-04T15:00:00

In the guise of itinerant musicians, Al Petty & Deirdre Sweeney perform popular 18th-century tunes such as “Mr. Isaac’s Maggot” and “Jack’s Health” on the penny whistle, flute, fife, & other instruments.

July 4, 2026
Event Date2026-07-04T13:00:00 - 2026-07-04T15:00:00

William Diamond Fife and Drum Corps

Enjoy musical selections played by members of the largest junior fife and drum corps in New England.

June 27, 2026
Event Date2026-06-27T13:00:00 - 2026-06-27T15:00:00
June 27, 2026
Event Date2026-06-27T13:00:00 - 2026-06-27T15:00:00

Splash Pad Dance Party - East Boston

Turn up the music and cool down this summer at our Splash Pad Dance Parties!

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T12:00:00 - 2026-08-12T13:00:00

Bring the children to the park to cool off in our spray features and try some tasty treats. Listen to some music while playing games and dancing in the parks. All dance parties are from 12pm to 1pm, directly following our arts & crafts workshops.

The event is free, but young children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department. 

This series is weather-dependent. Check our social media pages for updated weather info regarding this series. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on events: FacebookInstagram and Bluesky.

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T12:00:00 - 2026-08-12T13:00:00
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