Overview

• Paul Revere's midnight ride was reenacted in Boston, drawing large crowds and featuring lantern signals, a drone show, and colonial music performances.
• The Battles of Lexington and Concord were brought to life through immersive reenactments, with muskets and minutemen on the Lexington Battle Green and along Concord's Battle Road.
• Mayor Michelle Wu and filmmaker Ken Burns emphasized the anniversary as a moment to reflect on the Revolution's lessons for contemporary democracy.
• Cultural observances included public readings of Longfellow's 'Paul Revere’s Ride' in Maine, lantern services, and bell ringings to commemorate the historic events.
• Visitors from across the U.S. joined the celebrations, navigating heavy traffic and parking restrictions to connect with the nation's founding heritage.