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Revolutionary Ideas

Exploring Boston’s legacy of art, activism, and innovation, “Revolutionary Ideas” concludes the three-year cycle of programs leading to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.

Through a dynamic mix of programs, performances, the first major BPL exhibition in more than a decade, and a never-before-exhibited display of six original copies of the Declaration of Independence, Revolutionary Ideas: Boston250 invites visitors to engage firsthand with the ideas and creativity that have shaped our nation—and will continue to shape the future.

Throughout 2026, the BPL will feature booklists, host special events across branches, and highlight notable items in the BPL collections. The full list of programs, updated throughout the year with the tag "Revolutionary Ideas," can be found at bpl.org/events.

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BPL Unveils “Revolutionary Ideas: Boston250”

Jan 20, 2026

“Revolutionary Ideas” concludes the three-year cycle of programs leading to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution

Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of Happiness: A Program Series

This program series intends to bring people together to explore the American struggle to create and sustain a free society.

AleaS

Empowering the Modern Workforce: Using AI

Learn about writing clear and effective prompts, automating routine tasks, and more in these workshops for adults in the workforce.

Online Resource

American Civil Liberties Union Papers

The American Civil Liberties Union has consistently stood at the center of controversies involving the rights of Americans.

BPL Unveils “Revolutionary Ideas: Boston250”

Jan 20, 2026

“Revolutionary Ideas” concludes the three-year cycle of programs leading to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution

Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of Happiness: A Program Series

This program series intends to bring people together to explore the American struggle to create and sustain a free society.

AleaS

Empowering the Modern Workforce: Using AI

Learn about writing clear and effective prompts, automating routine tasks, and more in these workshops for adults in the workforce.

Online Resource

American Civil Liberties Union Papers

The American Civil Liberties Union has consistently stood at the center of controversies involving the rights of Americans.

Revolution in the Catalog

View of the McKim Building under construction (1890)

McKim Building courtyard under construction (1890)

McKim Building (ca. 1902)

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