Join us Saturday, September 6th for the Rev 250 History Bus Tour, a special collaboration between the the Andover Center for History and Culture and the North Andover Historical Society!
Embark on an adventure through our shared heritage as we bring our two towns, once united during the American Revolution, back together for a day of family-friendly learning and fun.
Explore historical sites in “old” Andover that stood in 1775 and helped to shape our nation’s journey to independence. Our experienced guides will share captivating stories and insights of our local connections to the revolution.
Connect with your neighbors and foster a sense of pride in our intertwined past and the aspirations of
ordinary people in our towns in 1775 who fought for liberty, equality and justice as they marched at the Lexington Alarm from the North Parish meeting house, through Andover and on to Concord and Lexington on 19th April, 1775.
Reserve your spot on one of two shuttles – limited seating – Tickets now on sale! Tours are offered at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm on September 6th, and will begin and end at North Andover Historical Society (NAHS), located at 800 Massachusetts Avenue in North Andover.
Tickets are $50 per person and must be purchased in advance.
The 1.5-hour bus tour will retrace the route taken by militia through North Andover and Andover en route to the battle at Lexington and Concord. View historical homes and sites from 1775, where the 18th-century owners played a pivotal role in shaping our nation’s path to independence. Our experienced guides from NAHS and ACHC will share captivating stories and anecdotes about our local connections to the revolution.
The bus stops briefly at the west Andover Blanchard Upton House for an outdoor tour and a glass of apple cider. From there, the bus returns to NAHS.
Arrive early, or stay after the bus tour to enjoy the special Rev250 exhibits at NAHS, including the personal diary of John Stevens that begins as he marched off to battle, and brings to life what it was like to fight for American freedom.
