The 250th anniversary of the United States will be celebrated by the city of Quincy with Open Heritage Day later this month. This day will include free programs, demonstrations, and exhibits across historic sites in Quincy.
Doors will be open to some of the most significant historic sites in the city. Visitors and residents will be invited to explore the stories and places that highlight the connection Quincy holds to the history of the United States.
The USS Salem (CA-139) will be open beginning at 10:00 am and ending at 4:00 pm. There will be rolling presentations at Souther Tide Mill from noon to 4:00 pm. Several activities will take place at Hancock Adams Common from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm that will include a self-guided tour to explore the Common and colonial lawn games. Bob Damon, Historic Heritage Director of the city of Quincy, will give a lecture over lunch from 12:15 pm to 12:45 pm.
There will be self-guided tours of the Old Town Hall Museum and the Church of the Presidents from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Guided tours of the Hancock Cemetery will be available every 30 minutes from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm except for an hour’s break for lunch starting at noon.
Open Heritage Day will be on Saturday, October 17. Such special events can turn to brochure printing to provide a list of locations, programs, tours, and times of all activities throughout the day.
