MA, USA
Lexington Battle Green
Battlefield
The triangular common where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired on April 19, 1775. Approximately 77 colonial militiamen faced 700 British regulars here at dawn.
What Happened Here
Eight militiamen died here on April 19, 1775. Their names are inscribed on the Revolutionary Monument. The Green itself is largely unchanged since the battle, though surrounding buildings have evolved.
Visiting Today
Address
1625 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02420
Hours
Open daily, dawn to dusk
Admission
Free
Accessibility
Paved pathways around perimeter. Central grass area may be uneven.
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