Knox’s Noble Train Comes to Hartwell Tavern | 250th Anniversary Celebration

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Dates:	Saturday, February 21, 2026 - Saturday, February 21, 2026
Hours:	10:00am - 4:30pm
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Special Events

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Saturday, February 21, 2026
10:00 am until 4:30 pm
Hartwell Tavern

In late January 1776, the “Noble Train of artillery” commanded by Colonel Henry Knox, arrived outside of Boston from Fort Ticonderoga.

These cannon played a key role in successfully ending the siege that began the previous April of 1775.

This action served to break the incredible stress forced upon the common people of Massachusetts from 1774 until 1776.

We invite you to join us on February 21, 2026 at the Hartwell Tavern to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery arriving and outfitting for battle.

Witness history come to life as the artillerists of Washington's army haul cannon via oxen, prepare supplies, and conduct artillery firing demonstrations.

Inside Hartwell Tavern we welcome you to enjoy the warmth and learn about the ways everyday people confronted the immense difficulties of surviving a siege of their own.

Schedule of events:

10:00 am~ Living history encampment at Hartwell Tavern opens.
11:00 am~ Demonstration of moving cannons with oxen.
2:00 pm~ Artillery firing demonstration.
3:00 pm~ Demonstration of moving cannons with oxen.
4:00 pm~ Artillery firing demonstration.
4:30 pm~ Site closes

This event is co-sponsored by Fort Ticonderoga and the Friends of Minute Man National Park

WEBSITE

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www.nps.gov/mima/planyourvisit/special-event.htm

LOCATION

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112 North Great Road, Lincoln, MA, 01773 map
Phone: (978) 369-6993