Visit Concord in Massachusetts
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5.02.26
Hidden Gems: An Evening of Celtic Harp
Enjoy the soothing sounds of the Celtic Harp, played by Jaimee Leigh Joroff, in a temporary pop-up exhibition space presented by the Guitar Museum of New England.…
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4.23.26
Revolutionary Legacies: Between the Lines
Poet Bonney Hartley (Stockbridge-Munsee Band of Mohican Indians) presents an original poetry reading created for Revolutionary Legacies. Hartley will share the commissioned poem inspired by Museum…
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4.20.26
Patriots’ Day
Celebrate Patriots’ Day at the Concord Museum as we commemorate the anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord! Visitors will: Enjoy free admission to see…
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Celebrating 250 years of revolutionary greatness
Welcome to Concord, Massachusetts where America’s roots run deep. Explore the birthplace of American independence and imagination, the town that Thoreau called “most estimable place in all the world.” Concord’s fascinating past makes it a popular tourist destination, with TripAdvisor ranking it one of the Best Places to Visit. Discover the local charm and well preserved historic places that bring visitors from around the world. Here you can retrace the steps of Revolutionary War soldiers and literary greats and learn about how “the shot heard round the world” led to America’s independence. To experience Concord is to experience the American story.
Location and Size
25.9 square miles, nestled just outside Boston.
Famous for
Trendiness – arts, antiques, historic and cultural district, entertainment, lectures, music, restaurants and bars.
Heritage – historic homes, national parks, museums, tours and adventure.
Outdoor Life – family farms, hiking, biking, walking paths, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Why stay the night? Romantic fireside winters, spring gardens, fall leaf peeping and fall and spring harvests.
Group Bus Tours
The Town of Concord offers tours to fit every group’s needs. Whether you live local or are visiting us from another region, we welcome you to experience Concord with a tour led by one of our certified guides. Small group, private and bus tours are available year round. Tours can focus on Revolutionary History, Literary History, Little Women, cemeteries and more.
Walking Tours
Walking tours depart the Concord Visitor Center at 1:00P, daily. The 75 minute experience will introduce guests to the Downtown Concord area and will touch on Concord’s rich Revolutionary and Literary history while visiting sites such as The Milldam, Monument Square, The Old Hill Burial Ground and more.
Join us at the North Bridge in Concord tonight.
Ceremony 7:45 pm - 8:30 pm
Luminaria 7:30 pm- 9:00 pm
As darkness descends upon the North Bridge battlefield we invite you to come and reflect on the events of April 19, 1775 and the meaning of liberty. The evening ceremony will feature a lantern-light procession, poetry, music, and a recitation of the names of the soldiers who gave their lives on that “ever-memorable” 19th of April.
The path from the North Bridge Visitor Center to the North Bridge will be lighted with 122 luminaries to honor those who lost their lives in the battle.
Lantern light procession* starts at North Bridge Visitor Center, 174 Liberty St, Concord, MA
*To participate in the lantern-light procession, please provide your own REAL candle lantern. The procession will begin at North Bridge Visitor Center, 174 Liberty Street, Concord Ma. From there we will march down the quarter-mile path to the North Bridge where the ceremony will take place. Participants are welcome to wear 18th century clothing if they choose, but please do not bring muskets.
About 4 days, -5,760 minutes to go to Patriots’ Day. Events all weekend, starting tomorrow - Patriot Vigil at the North Bridge. Go to visit concord.org for full schedule. #concordpatriotsday #concordparade #concordevents #concordthisweekend
🇺🇸 Patriots’ Day 2026 in Concord, MA 🇺🇸
Celebrate history in Concord with a full weekend of events:
✨ Friday (April 17): Patriot Vigil at North Bridge (7:45–8:30 p.m.) + evening luminaria
🌅 Sunday (April 19): Dawn Salute at Buttrick Hill (6 a.m.) + North Bridge program (8:30–9:30 a.m.)
🎉 Monday (April 20): Patriots’ Day Parade (9 a.m.) & Block Party (12–4 p.m.) on Main Street
🏛️ Explore local attractions like Concord Museum, Orchard House, Walden Woods & more
🍔 Food trucks, live music, historic reenactments, and family-friendly activities all weekend
📍 Concord Visitor Center open daily (9 a.m.–4 p.m.) for info, maps & tips
#PatriotsDay #ConcordMA #MinuteManNHP #AmericanHistory #NewEnglandEvents FamilyFun @minutemannps @concordmuseum @alcotts_orchard_house @thewaldenwoodsproject @visitma
Tomorrow, 10 am Indigenous People Tour- walk ins ok. Join us: Adults $25, youth and seniors $20. You’ll walk and learn:
Before Concord was a revolution, it was home.
Long before April 19, 1775, Indigenous communities lived on and cared for this land—shaping its paths, waters, and stories in ways that still echo today.
Join us for a deeper look at Concord’s history—one that didn’t begin with the Revolution.
📍 Indigenous Peoples of Concord Tour
👉 VisitConcord.org
#IndigenousHistory #ConcordMA #VisitConcord #HiddenHistory #PatriotsDay
Patriots’ Day weekend is almost here - Friday is the Patriot Vigil at the North Bridge, Saturday Dawn Salute; Sunday, North Bridge events and Monday parade and block party. Come early, stay and enjoy. Scan QR code for schedule of events. #stillheardroundtheworld #concordpatriotsday #stillheardroundtheworld #visitconcordma #visitmassachusetts
We are busy at Concord Visitor Center. Visitors from near and far are stopping by in the lead up to Patriots’ Day. And why not - we have knowledgeable concierge, maps and brochures, advice - “how far is the North Bridge?” “What are the hours of the Orchard House?” “Where can I grab a quick bite to eat?” We also have public restrooms, water for pets, bike share, and wi-fi. Stop by today, 58 Main St. #visitconcordma #stillheardroundtheworld #concordvisitorcenter #concordhistory #concordlearnmore
Meriam’s Corner Exercise commemoration marks the assembly and actions of militia and minuteman units that arrived at Meriam’s Corner during the British retreat from Concord, April 19, 1775. After the Regulars’ withdrawal from the North Bridge where they had engaged with more than 400 Minutemen, they began a retreat back to Boston. By the time the Regulars arrived at this spot at half past noon, there were reported to be about 1,100 Minutemen in the area from more than a dozen towns. A challenge by the Regulars started a classic guerilla action, which continued for many hours as the outnumbered British retreated towards Boston. At least two British privates were killed and several others wounded here during that initial exchange. By the time the day was over, 49 Colonials had died, 73 British troops were killed, plus 173 wounded and missing.
Thus began a war that would not end until Yorktown, more than 6 long years later, and thus our nation was born.
#stillheardroundtheworld #meriamcorner #concordpatriotsday #concordhistory #visitmass @minutemannps @friendsofminuteman
The Concord parade is one of the highlights of Patriots’ Day weekend, followed by the amazing Block Party. Check out the parade route, grab your lawn chairs and enjoy. For full Patriots’ Day schedule go to Visitconcord.org. #visitconcordma #visitmassachusetts #concordma250th #concordparade #concordparade2026
