Friday, May 3, 2013
Where did America’s War for Independence really begin? For two centuries, two towns have battled over bragging rights. A controversy ignited by a visit from the Revolutionary War hero Lafayette eventually escalated into open warfare involving accusations, depositions, and even a sitting president of the United States.
A new exhibit The Battle after the Battle takes a lighthearted look at two centuries of “local bickerings and petty jealousies” between the two towns, complete with bold graphics, historic artifacts, audio content, and hands-on displays. Visitors will be invited to vote for themselves whether Lexington or Concord has the better claim as the place the American Revolution really began.
Rick Beyer is a co-curator of the exhibit, and will attend the exhibit grand premiere, as well as the 2 PM ribbon cutting for the restored Buckman Tavern.
Noon
Lexington, MA
The Battle After the Battle - Grand Opening
Buckman Tavern
1 Bedford Street Lexington, MA 02420
Price: $85.00
Website: www.lexingtonhistory.org/battle-after-the-battle-exhibit.html
A new exhibit The Battle after the Battle takes a lighthearted look at two centuries of “local bickerings and petty jealousies” between the two towns, complete with bold graphics, historic artifacts, audio content, and hands-on displays. Visitors will be invited to vote for themselves whether Lexington or Concord has the better claim as the place the American Revolution really began.
Rick Beyer is a co-curator of the exhibit, and will attend the exhibit grand premiere, as well as the 2 PM ribbon cutting for the restored Buckman Tavern.
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