Join the Town of Falmouth in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with an afternoon and evening of history, music, and community reflection.

Schedule of Events:

2:00 – 4:00 PM: Self-guided tours of the c. 1790 Dr. Francis Wicks House Museum, home of a Revolutionary War veteran. Lantern-making craft kit (including a tea light) to use for the evening’s lantern lighting. A documentary on Katharine Lee Bates (1859–1929), author of America the Beautiful, playing on loop in the Cultural Center.

4:00 – 5:00 PM: Gathering for Bell-Ringing ceremony at 4:00 PM. A Welcome from Reverend Jonathan Drury reflects on the enduring legacy of Paul Revere (1735-1818). “A Bell for Falmouth,” in which Greg Mills traces the history of the church’s 1796 Revere bell and provides an up-close photo tour. A Reading from Jolie Drury of excerpts from Paul Revere’s Ride by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Closing Remarks: Reverend Drury invites attendees to view the receipt signed by Paul Revere, on display in the church. Departing Bell Ring: The audience enjoys a celebratory ringing of the bell at 5:00 PM.

Lantern Walk to the Falmouth Public Library Lawn. The Celebration Concert with KabuJazz ends the evening.

FREE. No registration is required.