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DAR Headquarters, including the DAR Museum and DAR Library, will be closed to the public on Saturday, June 13 
due to street closures and access restrictions connected with an area event. Additionally, street traffic and parking 
in the area will be significantly restricted in the days leading up to and following the weekend events.

The Boston Massacre and the American Revolution: A Family Story with Dr. Serena Zabin: Festival for America's 250th 1776-2026

Event Date/Time
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State
Florida
Event Location
Boca Raton - Florida Atlantic University: 5th Floor, Wimberly Library
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Description
On this day in History, British soldiers shot five local men to death. Discover how the Boston Massacre arose from conflicts that were as personal as they were political, and how the tragedy fueled what quickly became the American Revolution. Dr. Serena Zabin is a celebrated historian and acclaimed teacher with a prize-winning book. Presented by the Department of History and Florida Atlantic Libraries. Made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Florida. Reception and book signing to follow! Stay a little longer and immerse yourself in the exhibition, American Revolution: Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. from the Marvin & Sybil Weiner Spirit of America Collection!

In conjunction with Seminole Chapter, NSDAR, please join us for this engaging presentation.

Registration Required for free admission (link below), please save your seat!

4 pm, Thursday, March 5 @ 5th Floor, Wimberly Library
Event External URL
https://library.fau.edu/special-collections/lecture-and-qa-boston-massacre-and-…