The People's House Party
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
EXPERIENCE REVOLUTION
This July, Revolutionary Spaces invites you to Old South Meeting House for The People’s House Party — a joyful civic celebration bringing our community together on the eve of the 250th anniversary.
The People's HOUSE PARTY!
Old South Meeting House
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
This year’s gala marks the start of something new. We’ll be celebrating the opening of a bold immersive experience that invites visitors inside the events and voices of the American Revolution. Expect a warm, nostalgic atmosphere with thoughtful food, vibrant storytelling, and the unmistakable magic of a Boston summer evening in a space where history was made.
We’re also thrilled to welcome back the team at Chef Dave's, and partners who will help shape a festive, community-forward experience rooted in flavor, memory, and imagination.
More details and ticket information coming soon! For sponsorship and ticket inquiries, contact LSottile@RevolutionarySpaces.org. Your support helps Revolutionary Spaces preserve two of Boston’s most iconic buildings while bringing history to life in bold, immersive ways.
Let’s celebrate the spaces that bring us together, and the stories that still shape us!
Back by Popular Demand
Chef Dave's
We’re thrilled to welcome the team at Chef Dave's back for another year!
Chef David Welch began his culinary career over 20 years ago as a produce buyer at Boston’s beloved Formaggio Kitchen. It didn’t take long for his talent to stand out—soon, the Formaggio team tapped him to launch “Dave’s Grill,” a BBQ division that quickly drew a loyal following. Building on that success, Chef Dave launched a private chef service, bringing his bold, flavorful cooking into the homes of an ever-growing list of distinguished clients.
With a lifelong passion for sourcing the freshest local ingredients and transforming them into imaginative, artful plates, Welch brought his philosophy to a new level with his first bistro concept at The Street Chestnut Hill.
At The People's House Party, Chef Dave returns with a menu of revolutionary-inspired bites and signature cocktails that blend history, creativity, and seasonal New England ingredients. Guests can look forward to bold, surprising flavors that honor the past while pushing culinary boundaries
Your Hosts
Nathaniel J. Sheidley, President & CEO
Martha McNamara, Board Chair
Pam Albright
Asaf Bitton
Buzz Constable
June Cooper
Wayne Davis
Cathryn Griffith
Alexandra Hastings
Ray Hoefling
Thomas Jalkut
Nakeisha Johnson, Embrace Boston
Connie Lehman
William Martin
MaryRose Mazzola, Eastern Bank
Buzz & Robin McGraw
Laura Monrad
Aliza Saivetz Glasser
Amanda Shea
Suzanne Taylor, Freedom Trail Foundation
Rev. Nancy S. Taylor
Mary Thompson
Kimberly Trask
Rob Waldron
David Yamada