PATRIOTICAND MILITARY ATTRACTIONS

Lexington, Massachusetts

An unforgettable journey awaits your clients in Lexington and Concord, as they relive history on a tour they will never forget. They will sit back and relax, while one of our professional costumed step-on guides transports them back in time to April 19, 1775.

First, they will learn about the notable sites and historic houses around Lexington Battle Green, where “the first blood was spilt in the dispute with Great Britain, ” as George Washington wrote in his diary. In that short skirmish, 77 militia faced 700 British Regulars. Eight colonists lost their lives and 10 were wounded. Two British soldiers were also injured. After the battle, Samuel Adams exclaimed to John Hancock, “What a glorious morning for America!” So it began. . .

The tour continues east on the Battle Road through Minuteman National Historical Park, as you trace the steps of the British as they marched toward Concord. You will stop at Paul Revere’s Capture Site, or another notable site inside the park. It is up to you.

Before arriving in Concord, guests will take a brief “detour” into the 1800s, passing through the neighborhood where American literary giants Louisa May Alcott, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry David Thoreau all lived. The trip culminates at the Old North Bridge, a truly majestic site where your guests will learn about the Battle of Concord –a much more successful effort for the colonists. Finally, on the way back to Lexington, your guide will continue to paint a vivid picture of what the long march back to Boston must have been like for the British.

The private, customizable charter tours and step-on guides are available seven days per week throughout the year. To book a step-on guide and custom tour contact Casey Hagerty, tourism coordinator for the Town of Lexington, at (781) 698-4568. You can also e-mail at chagerty@lexingtonma.gov. All tours depart from the Lexington Visitors Center, 1875 Massachusetts Avenue in Lexington, Massachusetts, in the heart of Lexington Center. Dedicated bus parking, ample restrooms and an expansive gift shop are offered.

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Patriotic and Military Attractions

Nicholas-Beazley Aviation Museum

Marshall, Missouri

Aviation history in Marshall, Missouri comes to life at the Nicholas-Beazley Museum through the telling of the story about the people and machines who made the town famous in the early 20th century. Marshall was once home to the Nicholas-Beazley Airplane Company and the Marshall Flying School, the largest civilian flying school in the late 1920’s.

The museum’s collections and exhibits are separated into sections dedicated to the Nicholas-Beazley Airplane Co., the Marshall Flying School, World War I, Ole Fahlin’s propeller workshop, and World War II, with the biggest attractions being the aircraft that were

designed and built during the first half of the 20th century. The yellow and black Barling NB-3 is believed to be the last surviving complete NB-3, a plane that was built at the Nicholas-Beazley manufacturing plant that once stood in downtown Marshall. Visitors can also see two NB-8s and a TG-6 Glider.

Updates have been made to the “handson” adult flight simulator which features the most current Microsoft Flight Program. The Young Aviators section features an interactive control tower with the ability to communicate with the DC-9 cockpit to provide a glimpse of an actual working control tower, as well as video plane simulators and a variety of STEM activities.

Visitors can expect to spend anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours in the museum. After watching a short video, they can explore the museum at their own pace with an informative tour provided by a local volunteer.

For more information phone (660) 886-2630. q