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    Discover the Battle Road

    Next month, tens of thousands will gather in Concord, Lexington, and the surrounding towns to witness the time-honored traditions, tactical demonstrations, and festive commemorations that pay tribute to the first battles of the American Revolution. Behind these inspiring and historically accurate demonstrations are hundreds of historians, reenactors, costumers, and others who spend months preparing for Patriots' Day. Meet some of those people and discover highlights from anniversary events held in Concord over the past 250 years in today's articles from Discover the Battle Road: "Many Voices, One Revolution" and "Echoes of April 19: A Historical Look at Concord's Anniversary Traditions."
    January 13, 2026
  • Abolitionism in Concord

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    Ellen Garrison: Educator, Civil Rights Activist, Daughter of Concord

    For the first time in 200 years, Concord will publicly honor and celebrate the birth of one of its most...
    March 15, 2023
  • Civil War

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    “Invested in Treason” Concord and John Brown’s Secret Six

    On May 8, 1859, John Brown was back in Concord. The tall, humorless abolitionist had grown a flowing white...
    June 15, 2021
  • Transcendentalism

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    “What Evidence is There of Spring?” Henry Thoreau’s “Kalendar”

    Henry David Thoreau loved springtime. While it’s true that he had something to say about every season, he...
    May 15, 2022

The Concord Lantern Parade

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    The Concord Lantern Parade

    Alcott Elementary School

    Join us for an enchanting evening as handmade lanterns illuminate the historic streets of Concord. No need to register for the Parade. Light Up the Nig. Be a part of Brighter Together, Concord’s inaugural Lantern Parade and Party! With the Concord250 Lantern in the lead and hu…

American Revolution

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    It Began Here: Honoring America250

    This year's Patriots' Day honored the 250th anniversary of the first battles of the American Revolution with great fanfare, historic reenactments, commemorations,...
    December 9, 2025
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    Relations be Hanged: Frayed Loyalties to King and Family

    Stand in the middle of Concord’s North Bridge with the Minute Man statue on your right and the British soldiers’ grave on your left. Place your hands on the rough...
    September 4, 2025
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    The Battle of Great Bridge

    In the early morning hours of December 9, 1775, the peaceful marshland near the village of Great Bridge, Virginia, was abruptly interrupted by the booming sound of...
    September 4, 2025

Featured Events

  • February 27 - March 22 2026

    TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Umbrella Arts Center

    The Umbrella Stage Company proudly presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, directed by Scott Edmiston and dramatized by Christopher Sergel, based on the book by Harper Lee.  Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird opens in a sleepy Alabama town in the midst of the Great Depression, where Scout and her brother, Jem, live with their widowed father, lawyer Atticus Finch. While the children act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor, Boo Radley, the facade of their seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. Driven by an unshakeable moral conviction, Atticus defends the man in a trial that sends violent waves through the community, teaching young Scout about prejudice, compassion and the courage to do what is right.

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  • March 5 2026

    Egg Rock Readers: Is a River Alive? by Robert Macfarlane

    Join us on March 5th for a book club discussion of topics from Is a River Alive? by Robert Macfarlane. Learn more about environmental legal personhood with Yenny Vega Cardenas, President of the International Observatory on the Rights of Nature, member of the IUCN Legal Committee, and the United Nations "Harmony with Nature" expert network, and champion for the Rights of Nature. This event is co-sponsored by OARS, Thoreau Alliance (formerly Thoreau Society), and the Concord Free Public Library.

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  • March 6 2026

    Then & Now, A CCM Jazz Reunion

    Witness the evolution of jazz at CCM. Join us for a milestone performance featuring a powerhouse lineup of the faculty and alumni who have shaped our sound for over two decades: Tucker Antell on saxophone, Brian Friedland on piano, Ehud Ettun on bass, Brooke Sofferman on drums, and Phil Sargent on guitar.

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  • March 21 2026

    Beyond the Notes with Trio Oko: Exploring the Sound of the Harp Quartet

    Prepare for an evening of rare chamber music gems as local harp trio, Trio Oko appears in the Beyond the Notes concert series. Joined by founder and violinist Sarah Whitney, the ensemble presents a colorful program spanning both geography and time, from the refined sound world of Saint-Saëns and Ravel to original compositions and the ethereal soundtracks of Studio Ghibli. In keeping with the mission of Beyond the Notes, audiences are invited to engage directly with the artists by submitting questions, which will be answered live during the performance. Additional questions will be addressed following the concert and in weekly social media features, continuing the series’ commitment to breaking down the traditional barriers between performers and audiences.

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  • March 27 2026

    Salt Lick Sessions

    Come be part of the music at The Umbrella's spring Salt Lick Sessions concert on Friday, March 27, featuring Claire Ernst & Dani Offline.

    Claire Ernst is an emerging pop/R&B artist from Nashville who just released her debut full-length album, Oh, Hello!, a vibrant introduction to her artistry. Dani Offline is a songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist making analog R&B for the 21st century.

    Don't miss this opportunity to see these emerging artists!

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Concord History

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    Tokens of Compliment and Love: 19th Century Concord Celebrates the Holidays

    When November rolls around each year many Americans begin to think about the upcoming holidays. Traditional family recipes are dusted off for Thanksgiving as...
    November 1, 2025
  • Concord’s Minutemen of 1861: Captain George L. Prescott and the Concord Artillery

    In the early morning of April 19, 1861, Daniel Lawrence rode into the town of Concord on horseback, rousing the town militia with orders to report to Boston in...
    September 4, 2025
  • History in the Palm of Your Hand: Revolutionary Concordians Trading Cards

    Concord’s history is filled with revolutionaries—not just the famous names we learn in school, but everyday people whose courage and vision helped define Concord as...
    April 25, 2025
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    Margaret Fuller: Asking the Right Questions

    In a world where men claimed to have all the answers, Margaret Fuller made it her mission to ask all the right questions. “How came I here?” she wrote as a young...
    April 25, 2025
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    A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color

    Last fall, the Town of Concord and Concord250 were proud to be among the 37 selected recipients of a Massachusetts250 Grant provided by the Healey-Driscoll...
    April 25, 2025

Arts & Culture

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    Loveday Lockets Highlight a Treasured Tradition

    From November 8 through the holidays, Loveday Boutique will showcase hand crafted contemporary lockets from 14 artisans, alongside a selection of vintage finds....
    November 1, 2025
  • Coming Soon to West Concord: The Guitar Museum of New England

    There is a new kind of museum coming to the heart of the fun and vibrant neighborhood of West Concord. Seventy-four Commonwealth Avenue will soon be home to The...
    November 1, 2025
  • A Toast to Winter: A Luscious Pecan Pie & an Elegant Cocktail

    Sharing good food with loved ones is synonymous with the holidays. Adam Stark and Brigette Sanchez bring you two recipes sure to delight your guests this season.
    November 1, 2025
  • Artist Spotlight - Joan Kocak and Cindy Crimmin

    Through the eyes of artist/photographer Joan Kocak, the everyday landscape of New England is a place filled with memory and mystery. And Cindy Crimmin can’t...
    September 4, 2025
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    Arts Around Town Volume 7 Issue 3

    Discover what's happening in Concord's vibrant arts scene and immerse yourself in music, theatre, and art.
    September 4, 2025
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    Concord Sketches: Emerson House

    Simplicity weaves a rich tapestry of beauty and a sense of quietness in the landscapes surrounding Concord. Among them is Emerson’s humble potato garden, where a...
    April 25, 2025

Visiting Concord Soon?

RESERVE A TIME NOW

Plan ahead and reserve a timed-entry ticket to see the Louisa May Alcott Orchard House!

Welcome to “The Home of Little Women”…and so much more!   

Visiting Concord Soon?

RESERVE A TIME NOW

Plan ahead and reserve a timed-entry ticket to see the Louisa May Alcott Orchard House!

Welcome to “The Home of Little Women”…and so much more!   

Concord Writers

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    A Season of Stories Worth Sharing

    In the 19th century, Concord was home to a literary revolution spawned by writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott, and others....
    November 1, 2025
  • Henry David Thoreau and the Crackbrained Troublemaker

    Concord-born Henry David Thoreau is among the town’s most quoted writers. One of his best-known sentiments is telling the reader that you should “endeavor to live...
    September 4, 2025
  • Emerson’s Daughters: A Book Review

    In her engaging biography, Emerson’s Daughters, Kate Culkin brings out of the shadows two of “Concord’s favorite daughters,” Ellen and Edith, who had a “sisterhood...
    September 4, 2025
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    The Hawthornes and Life Without Papa

    In 1860, Nathaniel Hawthorne and his family returned to Concord after living abroad for seven years. Now, back in the home they called The Wayside, the Hawthornes...
    September 4, 2025
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    Everyone Deserves a Chance to Fly: Concord’s Gregory Maguire Soars High

    On a spring evening in early April, Concord’s creative community gathered under a starscape of giant whimsical poppies decorating the ceiling of The Umbrella Arts...
    April 25, 2025
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Things to See & Do

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    Winter Events to Light Up the Season

    Art, music, and theater make the winter months shine. Check here for everything that Concord's vibrant creative community has in store for us this year.
    November 1, 2025
  • 2025 Holiday Celebrations Around Town

    Concord lights up for the holidays, and you won't want to miss a single moment of the fun. Our guide to the season's festivities will keep you in the holiday spirit...
    November 1, 2025
  • Giving Back to Community

    As you plan your year-end giving, remember Concord's cultural and philanthropic organizations. They preserve our history, foster our creativity, educate, inform,...
    November 1, 2025
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    Nature’s Gifts

    No matter the season, nature has something to offer—but fall, with its vibrant colors and crisp air, is especially stunning. Nature is full of things to see, smell,...
    September 4, 2025
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    Cider Donuts & Pumpkin Patches: Autumnal Rites of Passage in New England

    Autumn is a special time in New England. For my family, September means an excursion to a local orchard for apple picking, apple cider, and apple donuts. Then in...
    September 4, 2025
  • Discover the Battle Road

    Discover the Battle Road

    January 1, 2026
  • 2025 Guide to Holiday Gift Giving

    2025 Guide to Holiday Gift Giving

    November 7, 2025
  • Fall 2025

    Fall 2025

    September 4, 2025
  • Spring 2025

    Spring 2025

    April 30, 2025
  • Winter 2025

    Winter 2025

    February 2, 2025

Parks & Nature

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    Painted Leaves

    “October is the month for painted leaves,” Henry Thoreau wrote in 1860. “Their rich glow now flashes round the world.” And while it’s true that other parts of the...
    September 4, 2025
  • Patriots’ Day and the Signs of Spring: A Season of Renewal and Reflection

    Nature is springing forth and so is Patriots’ Day! And this year is very special as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War with...
    April 25, 2025
  • The Nature We All Call Home: Robert Macfarlane to Accept the Thoreau Prize for Nature Writing

    Concord’s status as a Mecca for nature writers gains an international dimension this summer. The renowned British writer Robert Macfarlane will accept the 2025...
    April 25, 2025
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    Create Art from Beautiful Autumn Leaves with These Kid-Friendly Fall Activities!

    Join in the family fun this autumn with three kid-friendly activities sure to entertain the kiddos.
    August 29, 2024
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    Stewards of the Battlefield

    Early this year, National Park Service archeologists working at Minute Man National Historical Park discovered five musket balls that were fired during the...
    August 29, 2024
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