Two Centuries of Glory: Bunker Hill Monument 200th Anniversary

9:30 a.m. - Procession to the Monument

Place: Begin at Charlestown Navy Yard Gate 1: here

Procession with Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts, the Ancient & Honorable Artillery Company, American Friends of Lafayette, Massachusetts Lafayette Society in full regalia will proceed along the Freedom Trail to the Bunker Hill Monument Grounds.

10 a.m. - Echoes of Revolution: 200^th Anniversary of the Bunker Hill Monument’s Cornerstone Laying

Place: Bunker Hill Monument Grounds

Michael Douglas, “Daniel Webster” Reenactor will read Webster’s edited speech. “Lafayette” will deliver his historical remarks. Guest Speakers will follow. Accompanying music from the original 1825 event will be performed.

6 p.m. - Toasts and Odes

Place: The reenactment continues at Old South Meeting House

Prominent dignitaries will speak the very same toasts given at the 1825 celebration. Vocal quartet plus six strings and five brass and wind players will accompany.

These events are proudly organized by Bunker Hill Monument Association, whose commitment to excellence shines through every detail. 

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