Summary: Sabrina Bhattacharjya is the 15‑year‑old founder of Lexington250.com. Nonetheless, she is a historian, author, and has drawn substantial national and regional media attention. Her innovative approach to engaging younger audiences with Lexington’s Revolutionary history has been featured by major outlets, including BBC, The New York Times, and even some local student press. She’s celebrated for her merchandise, educational storytelling on social media, debut children’s book The Midnight Writer, and her vision for the future of civic pride.
New York Times (April 2025)
Pulitzer‑winning journalist Dan Barry profiled Sabrina as she leads Lexington250.com to connect youth with Revolutionary history and promote her upcoming children’s book The Midnight Writer, combining storytelling, events, and merchandise.
BBC (February 2025)
Featured Sabrina’s work in revitalizing local history and youth engagement for Lexington’s 250th anniversary, highlighting her entrepreneurial and creative approach.
Constitutional Chats (November 2024)
Sabrina joins a student panel to discuss how she launched Lexington250 and her vision for the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington in April 2025. The conversation blends storytelling, local history, and youth empowerment.
American Exceptionalism (July 2024)
Actress Janine Turner interviews Sabrina her journey how she started her business and how she fell in love with history.
Our American Stories on iHeart Radio (May 2025)
Sabrina offers an engaging retelling of the lead‑up to the Battle of Lexington and Concord. She debunks historical myths, spotlights Elizabeth Clarke’s pivotal actions, and infuses the story with a youthful perspective tied to civic identity and experiential history.
Lexington High School’s The Musket (June 2025)
Discussed Sabrina’s early start, purchasing the Lexington250.com domain at age 7, her how she design her signature shirts, and how her social media reach caught the attention of figures like Ken Burns and Governor Maura Healey.
Wayland Student Press (April 2025)
Recognized Sabrina’s impact on drawing younger audiences to Lexington 250 events such as reenactments, community programs, and heritage education.
Want to reach out? Email Sabrina at sabrina@lexington250.com.