Lexington, Massachusetts Commemorative Arch Falls Apart at Unveiling Ceremony

In case you missed it, this past weekend was the anniversary of major moments in American history like Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride and he start of the Revolutionary War.

To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the war’s start, officials in Lexington, Massachusetts unveiled  new arch to commemorate the event.

However, as they rolled out the 15-foot arch, the top fell and broke into pieces as it was made out of materials that made it seem like a set decoration for community theater or a local high school prom.

SNL alum, Rachel Dratch was in attendance as she is from Lexington and had the perfect response.

Read More: Boston.com

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