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MASSACHUSETTS PATRIOTS’ DAY REENACTMENTS

APRIL 16–18

Where better to commemorate Patriots’ Day, which marks the Battles of Lexington and Concord and the start of the American Revolution, than on the very ground where so much history happened 241 years ago? Thousands of people visit Minuteman National Park during the annual Patriots’ Day festivities. This year, don’t miss the Tower Park battle reenactment on Saturday in Lexington. Show up early and you may have an opportunity to tip a pre-fight pint with British and Colonial reenactors at Munroe Tavern. Beyond the battlefield, Lexington, Concord, and the surrounding towns serve up a weekend jam-packed with Patriotic fun. Lexington & Concord, Massachusetts. 978-369-6993; nps.gov/mima/index.htm

Patriot reenactors make their way toward Concord’s North Bridge.