by NBC 10 NEWS
Sat, April 19th 2025 at 9:38 AM
Updated Sat, April 19th 2025 at 9:41 AM
Participants in a reenactment of the Battle of Lexington and Concord fire muskets during the celebration of the battle’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, April 19, 2025 (WBTS).
LEXINGTON, Mass. (WJAR) — 250 years ago, the first shots of the American Revolution rang out in the Battle of Lexington and Concord, signaling a major milestone toward American independence.
Flash forward from 1775 to 2025, and the sounds of musket fire still loom large on the minds of many Bay Staters.
On Saturday morning, thousands gathered to witness a re-enactment of the Battle of Lexington and Concord as part of the battle’s 250th anniversary celebration.
The festivities began Friday night with a re-enactment of Paul Revere’s famous Midnight Ride warning people about an incoming British attack.
“Today, as we mark the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, we honor the courage of those who stood here in 1775 and ignited the fight for American independence,” said Lex250 Commission Chair Suzie Barry. “This reenactment is more than a tribute — it’s a reminder of why we’re here: to preserve our shared history, to reflect on the values that shaped this nation and to ensure that the spirit of Lexington continues to inspire future generations. Thank you to our wonderful Lexington Minute Men for all the work they did to make this the most comprehensive and historical reenactment to date.”
All of the festivities will ultimately lead up to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, set to take place July 4, 2026.
