Panel Discussion: The Powder Alarm and Political Change

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Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters, Cambridge Public Library, Cambridge Historical Commission, and History Cambridge

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Four historians discuss the history and significance of the 1774 Powder Alarm.

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Cost

This Event is free!

Location

  • In-person only.

Cambridge Public Library Main Branch

449 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States

Neighborhood

Mid Cambridge

Dates and Times

Wednesday, September 4, 6:30PM – 7:30PM

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In the library auditorium, four historians discuss the history and significance of the 1774 Powder Alarm, including its political context, how it affected Cambridge’s Loyalist families, and the most basic fight for liberty along Tory Row. The panelists include Dan Breen, Caitlin G. DeAngelis, MaryKate Smolenski, and J. L. Bell.

National Park Ranger talking with four visitors inside a historic house.
Wednesday, September 4, 6:30PM – 7:30PM
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Last updated August 25, 2024.

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