Stay engaged with the MHS this year!
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“The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America.—I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival....It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more.”
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Letter from John Adams to Abigail Adams, 3 July 1776
The Continental Congress resolved “That these United Colonies are, and of right, ought to be, Free and Independent States,” on 2 July 1776. The next day John Adams wrote to his wife what he thought it would mean for citizens in his own time, and for future Americans, the only thing he was not correct about was the date.
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Be Recognized in Our Annual Report
The end of the MHS fiscal year— this Thursday, 30 June—is this Thursday, marks the end of a remarkable year at the MHS. Please consider making a gift today to help us share the stories, people, and experiences of the past that enable us to make informed decisions today.
Become a Member with a gift of $250 or more to the MHS Fund. Join a community of history lovers and enjoy exclusive invitations to special events, an annual Member Week, free admission to most events, pop-up perks, and more. To learn more about membership levels or to make your gift, visit www.masshist.org/support/mhsfund.
Donate today and know that your support makes a difference! Gifts received on or before 30 June will be recognized in our Annual Report.
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June and July events will be a mix of virtual, hybrid, and in-person. Please be sure to register which way you will attend. Visit www.masshist.org/events for more information and to register.
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Hidden in Plain Sight: Documenting Queer Stories in Archives
This is a hybrid event. The program will begin at 6:00.
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On Thursday, 7 July, at 6:30 PM, join Bostonian history buffs for the Boston Historical Reception. This is an in-person event, with a reception starting at 5:30 PM.
2022 Conrad E. Wright Conference
Underrepresented Voices of the American Revolution.
14 to 16 July
On Thursday, 28 July, at 6:00 PM, the Norman B. Leventhal Map & Education Center at the Boston Public Library, presents Trains Planes & Automobiles: Boston Transit Trivia. This is an in-person event located at the Newsfeed Café at the Central Library in Copley Square.
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Interested in Viewing Past Programs?
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If you missed a program or would like to revisit the material presented, please visit www.masshist.org/video or our YouTube channel. A selection of past programs is just a click away.
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Now on display:
Monday, and Wednesday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 4:45 PM
Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 7:45 PM
Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Please note that the last admission for exhibition visitors will be 45 minutes prior to closing.
An advanced appointment is strongly encouraged for all researchers. Please visit our Appointment Request Form to select your preferred visit dates.
Please check our calendar for hours, building closings, and other events.
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