Activities
Boston SAR has a blend of business and activity meetings throughout the year, with a gap in peak summer. The chapter participates in three major events each year for members and guests: The Massachusetts Annual Meeting in February, Patriot's Day celebration in April, and the Yorktown Day celebration in October.
Additional chapter events in and around Boston add to our activities throughout the year. These include grave markings, historical site visits, tours, the chapter annual meeting, and recreational events. We are a member of the Rev250 consortia, and support its activities as we approach 2026, the 250th anniversary of our Declaration of Independence.
Annual Meeting
Our Massachusetts SAR Annual Meeting each February sets the direction for the organization through an election of state officers, confirmation of our yearly calendar, recognition for outstanding work of the year, and educational speaker. It is a forum for all members from across the state to meet each other and to see what is happening in our organization. Everyone comes to appreciate the many efforts of our society as assembled and reviewed in presentations throughout the day.
Patriot’s Day
Our celebration on Patriot's Day on the third Monday in April begins with our Color Guard mustering for a patriot grave marking. This is followed by the grand parade through Concord with the President General of our National Society. A reception and banquet for the President General follows at the Inn, with award presentations for winners of the annual essay, oration contests, and eagle scout scholarship.
Massachusetts Patriot Cpt. John Parker, by Henry Kitson, 1900 PD
Yorktown Day
The Battle of Yorktown in 1781 was a decisive victory led by General George Washington, and proved to be the last major land battle of the American Revolutionary War.
Each October the society gathers at a historic site within the state for a grave marking, banquet, and lecture. Celebrations have occurred at Historic Deerfield, Plimoth Plantation, the Museum of our National Heritage, and Sturbridge Village.
Surrender of Lord Cornwallis, by John Trumbull, 1817 PD
Rev 250
In coming years, culminating in 2026, we will celebrate the 250th anniversary since the American colonies declared independence from the British Empire. Revolution 250 explores the history of the American Revolution and the ways that this story still resonates in society today. Visit their website for more information on events and activities related to this approaching anniversary.
Boston Massacre, by Constantino Brumidi, 1871 PD
