This event kicks off both Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month, centering the lived journeys of queer immigrants and the unique challenges and strengths they bring to our city.

Refreshments and food provided!

Cain explores the high-stakes decisions, the fiery destruction of Charlestown, and the fierce colonial resistance that stunned the British. From the heroic stand of Joseph Warren to the brutal three pronged assault, discover how this bloody clash – though a tactical loss – became the defining moment that reshaped the course of the American Revolution.

Presented by the Bunker Hill Monument Association in partnership with the Friends of Charlestown Library.

Children are seated on a carpeted floor with their caretakers and space is available on a first come, first served basis. Additional seats are available for people with disabilities, seniors, and others unable to sit on the floor. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

This is an inclusive program and both people with and without disabilities are always welcomed. A Flexible Calming Space (Quiet Room) is available for anyone who needs a break from the program at any time, especially those who are experiencing sensory overload. Parking is free at the JFK Library.

The JFK Library takes the safety and security of all guests, staff, and visitors seriously. To make your experience safe and enjoyable, upon entry to this federal building, all visitors must pass through a security check with a metal detector. All bags will also be inspected by Security Officers. Visit our website for more details.

The Celebrate! series, appropriate for family audiences and children ages 5 and up, highlights America’s rich cultural diversity through the arts. This program is tied directly to President and Mrs. Kennedy's concern for and support of the arts and culture in a democratic society.

Thanks to generous support from the Martin Richard Foundation and the Mass Cultural Council all performances are free.

The art of spinning is best learned by the young, and Zoe Lawson has been practicing the craft of spinning by drop spindle and on a wheel since childhood. She shares her techniques while in 18th century garb while illuminating the various methods colonists used to produce their own textiles.

Children are seated on a carpeted floor with their caretakers and space is available on a first come, first served basis. Additional seats are available for people with disabilities, seniors, and others unable to sit on the floor. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

This is an inclusive program and both people with and without disabilities are always welcomed. A Flexible Calming Space (Quiet Room) is available for anyone who needs a break from the program at any time, especially those who are experiencing sensory overload. Parking is free at the JFK Library.

The JFK Library takes the safety and security of all guests, staff, and visitors seriously. To make your experience safe and enjoyable, upon entry to this federal building, all visitors must pass through a security check with a metal detector. All bags will also be inspected by Security Officers. Visit our website for more details.

The Celebrate! series, appropriate for family audiences and children ages 5 and up, highlights America’s rich cultural diversity through the arts. This program is tied directly to President and Mrs. Kennedy's concern for and support of the arts and culture in a democratic society.

Thanks to generous support from the Martin Richard Foundation and the Mass Cultural Council all performances are free.

ADA35 Boston is an event to honor the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The event will begin with a flag raising on Boston City Hall Plaza, followed by a march along Tremont Street to the Embrace Memorial on Boston Common, where a rally will be held.

Make your voice heard: Disability rights are worth fighting for! Join us on July 23, 2025, on Boston City Hall Plaza. 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 

• 12 p.m.: Flag Raising on City Hall Plaza
• 12:30 p.m.: March and Roll to Boston Common
• 1 p.m.: Rally at the Embrace Monument

Disability Accommodations

ASL and CART will be provided. All locations are wheelchair accessible. An MBTA bus with air conditioning will be available for cooling. Water will be available so bring a bottle for refills. 

Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodations are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact Andrea at disability@boston.gov or call 617-635-3682.

Outreach Toolkit 

Please join us and help us spread the word in your networks using this outreach toolkit. We depend on the community to make this event a success! This toolkit is your resource to get the word out about ADA 35 Boston!

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I take the MBTA there?

• To get to City Hall Plaza for the start of the event we recommend you get off at Government Center if you are using the Green or Blue Line. If you will be using the Orange Line we recommend you get off at Haymarket. If you are taking the Red Line we suggest you get off at Park take the Green Line to Government Center.
• If you are taking the Red Line, the closest MBTA station to the Embrace Monument is Park Street Station. Park Street Station is also the closest accessible station for Green Line riders. The Green Line also stops at Boylston Street which is a slightly shorter walking distance to the Embrace, but Boylston Street station does not have an elevator. If you are taking the Orange Line we suggest you get off at Downtown Crossing. If you are taking the Blue Line we suggest you get off at Government Center then take the Green Line to Park Street Station. 

Where can The RIDE, and other vehicles, drop me off at City Hall Plaza?

• 5 Congress St. Boston MA 02201 is a designated pick up and drop off zone at City Hall Plaza.

Where can I park? 

Public on street parking in the area is extremely limited. You can find on-street accessible parking spaces for the community on this map. Information on some of the closest parking garages, including approximate costs, can be found below.  

• Government Center Garage (125 Bowker St.) – ~0.1 mile away from City Hall Plaza (cheaper rates with online pre-reservation).
• Center Plaza Garage (75 Somerset St.) – ~0.2 mile away from City Hall Plaza (cheaper rates with online pre-reservation)
• Haymarket Center Garage (98 Sudbury St)

How long is the march?

• The distance between City Hall Plaza and the Embrace Monument is approximately 0.5 miles, or approximately 2500-2700 feet.

Will there be assistance for folks on the march?

• The march will have volunteers to help with wayfinding and other volunteer tasks typically needed during large group events. Cooling packs will be distributed. Requipment will be providing a few transport wheelchairs and rollators. They request that you contact them in advance if you intend to use one, so they can plan. Please note that ADA 35 organizers are not able to provide individual support such as personal guides, devices, or care assistance.

Daniel Leonard was a successful lawyer from a prominent family in Norton and practiced law in Taunton. In the early days of protest against the policies of His Majesty’s government, he was part of the Patriot inner circle along with John Hancock and Samuel Adams. But by the “Destruction of the Tea,” he had changed sides and was a staunch defender of the government. He even debated fellow lawyer, John Adams in the newspapers under the name “Massachusettensis.” Listen as Leonard (portrayed by reenactor Michael Lepage) explains why he changed sides and what it cost him.