William Dawes riding through Allston today

Here is a map of his 1775 route (scroll down to the Brookline, Allston, Cambridge detail)
http://www.wmdawes.org/map3.html

A-B Community Notes (April 17) - Allston-Brighton, MA - Allston/Brighton TAB
Hill Memorial Baptist Church will once again be hosting a stop on Patriots Day morning for historical figure “William Dawes” on his ride to warn residents “The British are coming! The British are coming!” Dawes will dismount and recite a speech/poem before continuing his ride. The church will be open for those who wish to visit. There will also be a patriotic sing-a-long and refreshments will be available before Dawes arrives. All are welcome to join in this patriotic festivity. The church is at 279 North Harvard St. in Allston.

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