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NYT features Indian-American teen for closing youth-history gap
Sabrina Bhattacharjya leads Lexington250.com, a project marking 250 years since the Battle of Lexington, the American Revolution’s first military clash.
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Pranavi Sharma - Thu, 08, May 2025
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Sabrina Bhattacharjya / The New York Times
Sabrina Bhattacharjya, a 15-year-old Indian-American student from Lexington, Massachusetts, has been recognized in The New York Times for her leadership in preserving and reimagining local history tied to the American Revolution.
Profiled by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Dan Barry, Sabrina runs Lexington250.com, a community project commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, the first military engagement of the American Revolutionary War.
Sabrina, who has grown up surrounded by the town’s historical landmarks, saw a gap in how young people engage with early American history. Through Lexington250.com, she works with community partners, designs merchandise, and organizes storytelling initiatives aimed at making history accessible and engaging for her generation.
"The American Revolution is not just a story from the past — it’s a living reminder of the courage it takes to stand up for freedom," Sabrina said. "Through Lexington250.com and my writing, I want young people to see that history belongs to them, too."
As part of her expanding efforts, Sabrina is preparing to publish her first children’s book, The Midnight Writer, in May 2025. The book draws from the story of a young girl who witnesses the first shots of the Revolution. It has already seen strong pre-orders.
Public interest in her work has grown steadily, with her merchandise now available at local historic sites including Buckman Tavern.
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