America's 250th Birthday

Upcoming Programs and Events

REV 250: Sign Like John Hancock

Step back in time and discover the story behind one of the most famous signatures in history. Learn about the Declaration of Independence, cursive writing and then create your own “fancy signature”.
July 1, 2026 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM Bridgewater branch

Your Self-Sufficient Self: Colonial Edition

During the Colonial period, households produced and preserved much of their own food. In this program series, you will learn how to prepare items that were consumed then AND still are today.
July 1, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Somerville branch

Family Craft

All are welcome to celebrate the 4th of July and craft a festive paper pinwheel or popsicle.
July 1, 2026 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Montgomery branch

Open Archives

Explore Somerville's local history collection during open archives hours with the help of a staff member. No registration required.
July 2, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Somerville branch

Overdue for Independence: A Revolutionary Film Series

Starring Cornel Wilde, Michael Wilding, George Sanders, Anne Francis, and Robert Douglas. Directed by John Sturges.
July 2, 2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Manville branch

Say Something Historic! Button Making Program

We will have the button maker out every Thursday afternoon in July. Say something historic by making a button from our collection of Revolutionary images and quotes that still have relevance today!
July 2, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Somerville branch

USA250 Documentary - "Thomas Jefferson"

Revered as the author of the Declaration of Independence, yet condemned as a lifelong owner of slaves, Thomas Jefferson remains the enigma that is America. From master storyteller Ken Burns.
July 7, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Warren Township branch

History you can eat!

Step back in time for Rev 250! Kids will discover and learn how ice cream was made in colonial times and create their own ice cream in a bag to enjoy.
July 7, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Somerville branch

Colonial Game Night

Celebrate REV250 and discover simple screen-free games of the past! Bring friends and family or play against our friendly teen volunteers.
July 8, 2026 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM Montgomery branch

Make your own Candle

Learn how to make and scent your very own candle that you get to take home and practice dipping candles to see how candles were made in the revolutionary era.
July 8, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Hillsborough branch