Events

Revolutionary War Epitaphs: Stories of the Old Burying Ground

Saturday April 18, 11 AM (Rain Date Sunday April 19)
Old Burying Ground, Hollis Street

In an area full of memorable places, the Old Burying Ground offers a uniquely evocative experience. Add to that a touch of melancholy with the sense of time passing and fallen heroes honored… One hundred and five Revolutionary War Minutemen from Groton are interred within its intimate grounds, where generations of family names are etched into the lichened, moss-covered stones.

Cemetery Commissioner Don Black, will lead a tour of Groton’s Old Burying Ground on Saturday April 18 (rain date the 19th) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the first of several free public events celebrating the War for
Independence, hosted by the Groton History Center.

Refreshment and amenities available at the Legion Hall. Look for the Revolutionary War cannon, pride of the Groton Myseum, on display out front. Bonnie Carter and her grandson Devin will be on hand to share the cannon’s story – its capture from the British Warship Diana and centuries-long sojourn here.

Groton stands on the threshold of history. Few know this as well as Don Black, who has long served on the Park Commission, and is Chairman of the Commemoration and Celebration Committee for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. A font of knowledge, with a charming low-key delivery, Mr. Black has many stories to tell. When pressed for details about the cemetery tour, though, he smiled and said he likes to keep some things a surprise.

Open House: GrotonFest Spring

Sunday May 17, 11 AM-2PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Come see what’s new at Boutwell House!

Juneteenth: Reading of the Emancipation Proclamation

Friday, June 19, 5 PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Please join us for a reading of the Emancipation Proclamation. Light refreshments.

Open House

Saturday June 20, 11 AM-2PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Explore the Boutwell House and Georgie’s Garden

Declaring Independence: Then & Now with Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area

Saturday June 27, 2 PM
Old Groton Meeting House, 1 Powderhouse Road

Declaring Independence: Then & Now is a public performance depicting how residents of communities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire debated the idea of declaring independence from Great Britain in 1776. Developed with community partners, the program is held in historic venues across the Heritage Area. Each performance is uniquely tailored to the community in which it occurs, using a script written by citizen-historians. Performances are followed by an open conversation with the audience, with the intention of encouraging and deepening civic engagement. Learn More.

Open House: Revolutionary War Soldier StoryWalk & Exhibit

Saturday July 18, 11 AM-2PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Learn about Groton during the Revolutionary War with an exhibit of artifacts and documents as well as a StoryWalk in Georgie’s Garden.

Open House

Saturday August 15, 11 AM-2PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Explore the Boutwell House and Georgie’s Garden.

Open House: GrotonFest

Saturday September 26, 11 AM-2PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Explore the Boutwell House and Georgie’s Garden.

Annual Meeting

Sunday October 25, 2 PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Celebrate the 175th birthday of the Boutwell House!

Open House: GrotonFest Winter

Saturday December 5, 11 AM-2 PM
Gov. George S. Boutwell House, 172 Main Street

Join us for holiday treats and good cheer.