Needham-to-Arlington250

Needham-to-Arlington 250:

250 years ago Needham residents helped repel British attacks on Lexington and Concord. The Needham Militia’s 12.6 mile march to join the battle started at the Townsend Green (Nehoiden and Central Ave) and ended in Arlington by the Jason Russell House (which still stands). The fighting in Arlington was some of the heaviest of the day, and five of Needham’s own gave their lives in the first battle to create our nation.

For those up to the challenge, lace up your sneakers and join your fellow residents on Saturday, April 19, as we walk the 12.6 mile route from Needham to Arlington. At our destination, we will tour the Jason Russell House with its many musket ball strikes, commemorate the sacrifice our fellow townspeople made, and enjoy a packed lunch.

Needham Rotary's role in this event is to help defray the cost of the lunches and help prepare, deliver and serve them at the Jason Russell House.

The walk goes through Needham, Wellesley, Newton, Watertown, Belmont, and Arlington. Assuming a roughly 25 minute/mile pace, walkers should arrive at the Jason Russell House around 2:45pm. Participants will need to arrange their own transportation home. 

Visit website: https://needhamhistory.org/