Hingham’s Revolutionary Weekend
May 16-17, 2026
Join us for Hingham’s Revolutionary Weekend May 16-17, 2026. The Hingham Historical Society, Hingham Downtown Association, the Town of Hingham, the Hingham Militia and various civic groups and merchants have partnered to launch a great Spring weekend to commemorate America’s 250th! This family-friendly event is packed full of fun for all ages.
The Benjamin Lincoln House and Old Ordinary will be open for guided tours throughout the day, and our expert guides are offering special Revolutionary Hingham walking tours around Hingham Square. The popular Hingham History Cart will also be out and about! Click the links below or visit us in person at the Hingham Heritage Museum to get your tickets. FREE Storytime for kids in the Museum Visitors Center on Saturday!
Please note: Hingham History Cart Tour capacity is 5 guests plus our driver.
Huzzah! Revolutionary Tours
Revolutionary Walking Tour
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a revolutionary tour! In this 55-minute guided walk, you’ll see surviving homes from the 1700s and discover how ordinary Hinghamites survived the tumultuous years before, during, and after the American Revolution.
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Benjamin Lincoln House
The National Historic Landmark Benjamin Lincoln House was home to eleven generations of Lincolns from the mid 17th century to 2020 when it was sold to the Hingham Historical Society to be operated as a museum.
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Old Ordinary
The Old Ordinary is a remarkable example of early American architectural and cultural history, built on the main road from Boston for stagecoach travelers to stop “for an ordinary meal” and a drink in the taproom.
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History Cart Tours
Enjoy historic tours of Hingham in our bright yellow electric golf cart! Tours are available for up to five individuals and led by Historical Society Staff trained to ensure your enjoyment and safety.
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