Acton|Local Event
Bell Ringing
Expect Church Bell Ringing in West Acton Village May 9 between 12-3pm
The 1854 Bronze Bell created by Henry Hooper in a forge once owned by Paul Revere will be ringing at the West Acton Baptist Church between 12 and 3 pm on Saturday May 9, 2026 as a part of the West Acton Village Merchants Association’s Spring Fling. The church at 592 Massachusetts Avenue, corner of Central Street, is asking for community donations toward restoration of the belltower/steeple of the historic meeting house style building that is a landmark for Acton. On May 9th a $20 donation gives 1 or 2 people in a family the chance to ring the antique bell by pulling on the long rope that makes it all happen. A $30 donation gives a family of up to 4 people in that fun privilege.
The steeple restoration and repair effort has been approved by Acton's Historic District Commission. Work is expected to begin June 2026.
Donations are tax-deductible and will be matched by anonymous donors.