BOSTON — It was a day of special gatherings to mark the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party and the start of a multi-year commenoration of the American Revolution and in 2026, the nation’s semiquincentennial — it’s 250th birthday. The Hingham Historical Society is a partner for the events.
All photos by Michael Blanchard
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