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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
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SUMMARY:Blue Star Museums
DESCRIPTION:The Old Colony History Museum is pleased to participate in Blue Star Museums\, a program that provides free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and their families during the summer. The 2026 program will begin on Armed Forces Day\, Saturday\, May 16\, 2026\, and end on Labor Day\, Monday\, September 7\, 2026. Learn more and find the list of participating museums at arts.gov/BlueStarMuseums.
URL:https://www.oldcolonyhistorymuseum.org/event/blue-star-museums/
LOCATION:Old Colony History Museum\, 66 Church Green\, Taunton\, MA 02780\, Taunton\, MA\, 02780
CATEGORIES:In-person Event,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Revolution in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Join the Old Colony History Museum and the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) – Robert Treat Paine Chapter as we pay tribute to Taunton’s signer of the Declaration of Independence and kick off our celebration of 250 years of American independence.\nReserve your free tickets today thanks to the Creative SouthCoast Initiative Fund of the SouthCoast Community Foundation. \nEvent Schedule\n11:00 AM – Revolutionary Walking TourCheck in at the museum and join a procession to the Robert Treat Paine statue for a wreath-laying ceremony with musket fire\, followed by a guided walking tour of Taunton’s Revolutionary history. \n1:00 PM & 1:30 PM – Gallery Talk with Curator Bronson MichaudA short gallery talk in the Military Room featuring stories from the American Revolution through objects from the museum’s collection. (Same talk offered twice.) \n2:00 PM – Guest Lecture: From Slaves to SoldiersLocal historian and reenactor Jason Roomes explores the African American experience in the American Revolution\, including the story of his own ancestor. \nThis event is supported by the Creative SouthCoast Initiative Fund of the SouthCoast Community Foundation. Thanks to this support\, admission is free for all visitors; however\, advance registration is required. We are proud to be a part of ArtWeek SouthCoast 2026\, a 10-day regional celebration of art\, culture\, and community across Southeastern Massachusetts\, taking place May 8–17. Learn more at artweeksouthcoast.org. \nThe OCHM is proud to offer free public programs\, continuing our long tradition of providing accessible history and learning for all.
URL:https://www.oldcolonyhistorymuseum.org/event/revolution-in-motion/
LOCATION:Old Colony History Museum\, 66 Church Green\, Taunton\, MA 02780\, Taunton\, MA\, 02780
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Free Public Programs,In-person Event,Special Event,Ticketed Event
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SUMMARY:Back in Time: 1926
DESCRIPTION:Step back to 1926 and celebrate 100 years in our historic home at 66 Church Green. This lively evening fundraiser will feature live swing music\, vintage flair\, signature cocktails\, and 1920s-inspired bites. \n\nLive music & dancing\nSignature cocktail + drinks\n1920s-inspired hors d’oeuvres\nOptional 1920s attire encouraged\n\n📅 Thursday\, May 7 | 6:00–8:00 PM\n📍 Old Colony History Museum\n🔞 21+ event \n 
URL:https://www.oldcolonyhistorymuseum.org/event/back-in-time-1926/
LOCATION:Old Colony History Museum\, 66 Church Green\, Taunton\, MA 02780\, Taunton\, MA\, 02780
CATEGORIES:21+ Event,In-person Event,Special Event,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260404T160000
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SUMMARY:Special Exhibit: Votes for Women
DESCRIPTION:Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence\nMarch 10-31\nin partnership with the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service \n“Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence” will outline the more than 80-year movement for women to obtain the right to vote as part of the larger struggle for equality that continued through the 1965 Civil Rights Act and arguably lingers today.
URL:https://www.oldcolonyhistorymuseum.org/event/special-exhibit-votes-for-women/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Old Colony History Museum\, 66 Church Green\, Taunton\, MA 02780\, Taunton\, MA\, 02780
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,In-person Event,Special Event
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