Massachusetts is planning hundreds of events over the next two years to celebrate the state's history dating back to the American Revolution.
This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox,— but hey, you only turn 250 once. Massachusetts officials unveiled a campaign yesterday to celebrate the state’s 250-year history over the next two years.
The plan: Gov. Maura Healey’s office is distributing $1.5 million in grants to 37 organizations and municipalities for the creation of “hundreds” of events and projects that promote Massachusetts’ Revolutionary history. You canWhy? Healey hopes the celebrations in Boston, Lexington, Concord and other cities and towns will draw tourists from around the world. She’s also hoping it gives local residents some inspiration.
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