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Lexington 250

Witnesses to 1775

LEXINGTON 250 NEWS

tHE Witness to 1775 banner will be displayed in front of 24 structures that were standing during the Battle of Lexington 250 years ago and remain today.

The American Patriot Gala

LEX250 NEWS

Celebrate the 250th! Join us in celebrating Lexington’s special place in the history of our country.   The  American Patriot Gala, hosted by the Lexington Knights of Columbus, will be held on…

From Bucket Brigade to Modern Firefighting

E. ASHLEY ROONEY

In 1952, this 50-year-old fire engine, the 1911 La France fire engine, was classed as an antique. The Lexington Historical Society took ownership in 1961. In 2013, it made an…

The Unique Lexington Minute Men

E. Ashley Rooney

What is unique about today’s Lexington Minute Men is that upon joining the Company, they are assigned to portray one of the 77 Minute Men in Captain John Parker’s company.

The Center

Ashley Rooney

Lexington was once a part of Cambridge. Lexington became incorporated as a separate town in 1713. After the Revolutionary War, the town was still a farming community, with two small…

The Impact of the Cold War on Lexington

E. Ashley Rooney

In 1953, Lexington schools were good but certainly nothing special; ten years later, however, Lexington was lauded as a national leader in public education. Ironically, the pressures and anxiety of…

The 10th Regiment of Foot

Heather Aveson

L E A R N   A B O U T   L E X I N G T O N Paul O’Shaughnessy (above right) leading his men. Getting ready for Battle…
Pat Flynn

Outstanding Youth Nominees Sought for 2025

COMMUNITY NOTICE

Pat Flynn Winston “Pat” Flynn was a military hero and outstanding Lexington citizen. He was a veteran of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, a holder of three combat infantry…