Evacuation Day 250 at Dorchester Heights
Evacuation Day 250 at Dorchester Heights
Tuesday, March 17
Ceremony: 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Monument Open: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Dorchester Heights Monument and Grounds
The 250th Commemoration of Evacuation Day at Dorchester Heights marks a turning point in the American story. On March 17, 1776, the departure of British soldiers from Boston signaled more than a military withdrawal—it restored hope to a people who had endured months of occupation and uncertainty, the end of the siege of Boston. From these heights, resolve replaced fear, and the idea of independence moved closer to reality.
Generations later, the local community created the Dorchester Heights Monument to honor this moment when colonists began to see themselves not as subjects, but as Americans. The monument marks the strategic victory of when General George Washington’s fortification of the Heights compelled the British evacuation of Boston.
The national rededication follows a multi-year effort to preserve the Dorchester Heights Monument so it may endure for generations to come. Through ceremonial tributes, historical reflection, and community gathering, we commemorate the courage, leadership, and perseverance that helped shape a nation. Together, we rededicate and recommit this landmark as a lasting symbol of liberty and remembrance for future generations.
This event is free to the public. Seating is first come, first served.
Directions
Visitors are recommended to take public transit to get to Dorchester Heights Monument and Thomas Park. The Red Line is the closest MBTA T Line. The MBTA Red Line stations Broadway and Andrew are the closets MBTA access points.
From Broadway Station via Bus: Take the 9 bus (City Point). Get off at “E Broadway @ G St” (6 stops). Walk south down G Street. Turn right onto E 4th Street. Turn left onto Pacific Street and walk to Thomas Park.
From Andrew Station via Bus: Take the 10 bus (City Point via South Bay Center). Get off at “Dorchester St @ Old Harbor St” (6 stops). Walk right down Old Harbor Street to Thomas Park.
From Andrew Station by foot: Exit the station and walk up Dorchester Street. Turn right onto Telegraph Street, going up the hill to Thomas Park. This is about an .8 mile walk.
Parking
There is no designated parking for this event. All parking is public street parking in the area.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Dorchester Heights Monument and Grounds
Latitude and Longitude 42.332725, -71.045837
Schedule
Date:
Time:
Duration:
11:00am to 1:30pm
Event Type
- Partner Program
- Talk