Sign up for a walking tour or just drop in for the daily historic tour, 1 p.m.!
Concord250 invites Massachusetts-based poets to join a "Call to Poets" and celebrate the 250th anniversaries of the Battles of Concord and Lexington, and the signing of the Declaration of Independence! This is your chance to reflect on 250 years of American independence, shared ideals, and the hopes we carry into the future. Bring your imagination, unique...
The Umbrella Arts Center proudly presents the Boston-area premiere of The Counter, a riveting new play by acclaimed playwright Meghan Kennedy. This production will run Sep 26 – Nov 9, 2025, transforming the intimate Black Box space into a prism for a surprising, funny and moving reflection on the everyday connections that can change our...
Join Curator talks at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm on October 3. Free with admission. While Concord’s role in the start of the American Revolution is widely recognized, less well known are the continued experiences of disruption and turmoil in Concord throughout the war. What was it like to be part of this war-time community? Who participated in...
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
The 56th annual Fenn Sports Sale is right around the corner on November 1st from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the New Gym! Gently-used sports equipment will be resold at incredible prices.
Panel Discussion: Mother Thinkers Kate Holcomb Hale and Helena Wurtzel, exhibiting artists Nicole Graev Lipson author of Mothers and Other Fictional Characters, moderator Free for members/$10 for non-members
Meet local artist Stevie Leigh who upcycles fabric scraps to create unique pieces of clothing that look as good on a body as they do hanging on a wall. Bring a stuffed animal from your home to design and construct a new outfit for your furry friend using your imagination and a variety of creative...
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
Join artist Brittney Peauwe Wunnepog Walley (Nipmuc) for a forum exploring her installation Chemacheg Menuhki: Paddle Strong at the Concord Museum. Walley will discuss her basket – woven with traditional techniques and layered with Indigenous history – and share the story of the Nipmuc people held in Concord in 1675 before their forced removal. In conversation, Walley...
Maria Ressa is the co-founder of Rappler, the leading digital-only news outlet in the Philippines, known for its fearless reporting and its defense of press freedom. In awarding her the Nobel Peace Prize, the committee recognized her “efforts to safeguard freedom of expression, which is a precondition for democracy and lasting peace.” In this timely...
Concord Art presents another edition of “True Stories Told Live.” Join us for another fabulous evening of storytelling and community!
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
When the totally average Agnes loses her sister Tilly in a fatal car crash, Agnes uses Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook to open a gateway into a magical world filled with fantastical creatures. Armed with a sword, her imagination and an entourage of badass heroines, Agnes embarks on a quest to save Tilly’s soul. But...
Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all members of our community. Supported by donations from our Museum community and beyond, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Anyone who may benefit is welcome to visit Bessie’s Closet. Museum admission is not required, but also...
Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all members of our community. Supported by donations from our Museum community and beyond, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Anyone who may benefit is welcome to visit Bessie’s Closet. Museum admission is not required, but also...
How exciting would it be to engage with top musicians during a live performance? At Beyond the Notes—now in its 11th season—audience members can submit questions to performers and receive answers in real time. The season opens on Saturday, November 8th at 7:30pm at First Parish Church in Concord. Artistic director and Concord native Sarah...
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
Bessie’s Closet is a free pop-up clothing store open to all members of our community. Supported by donations from our Museum community and beyond, Bessie’s Closet offers new or gently-used clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Anyone who may benefit is welcome to visit Bessie’s Closet. Museum admission is not required, but also...
Join Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Edward Larson for a timely forum on his forthcoming book, Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Matters. As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding, Larson offers a powerful reexamination of the ideas, debates, and military turning points that made independence possible. From Common Sense to the Declaration itself, and from Boston to Trenton,...
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
Mark your calendar for the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area Annual Community Gathering! Join us as we explore the power of interpretation and education to reveal the untold stories of the region’s natural, cultural and historical resources. Learn about what’s planned for 2026, including the reimagining of the award-winning program, Declaring Independence: Then & Now....
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
2026 Winter/Spring Classes + Workshops will be posted on our website and open for registration! You can sign up by visiting us online, in person, or by calling us at the gallery (978-369-2578).
Enjoy the best of classic, independent, and foreign films curated by The Concord Film Project at The Umbrella Arts Center, with pre-show dinner options. This November, join us for HOLY COW (2024, dir. Louise Courvoisier), a "luminous and joyful" coming-of-age film set against the picturesque backdrop of French dairy cow farming and cheese competitions. Not...
The Umbrella's expanded Concert Series in partnership with Salt Lick Incubator showcases some of your future-favorite musical acts that have emerged through the Salt Lick program. Each concert spotlights the incredible talents of tomorrow's groundbreaking artists, creates support and lets you say you knew them back when! Featuring: Olivia Barton, Carter Benjamin, and Kieran Rhodes....
This story hour for grown-ups will introduce Galiot Press authors Emily Ross (with her mystery thriller SWALLOWTAIL) and Robyn Ryle (with SEX IN THE MIDWEST, a novel in stories.) The readings will be followed by a Q&A with the authors, book sales and signing. Free and open to the public with RSVP here: https://concordart.org/event-pods/independent-press-prose-reading-series-galiot-press/
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
Discover the captivating arc of transformation in music with Concord Conservatory of Music’s own pianist and speaker, Jackson Carruthers joined by guest violinist Sarah Whitney. Together they will show how a single musical idea evolves and expands, much like our own personal paths from novice learning to expertise. Through discussion and live performances, Jackson vividly...
Experience a one-of-a-kind installation of dozens of stunning story trees crafted by talented local volunteers and organizations, each featuring elaborate hand-made decorations inspired by a picture book. A centerpiece of the Museum’s community-focused programing, this popular annual event celebrates children’s books and a love of reading as families explore new story trees, sit and read together, or undertake...
Join the Stormgears FRC 5422 Robotics Team and learn about their involvement in Robotics Challenges. Meet the previous season's robot and try a couple of hands-on activities that demonstrate some of the basics behind robotics, like mechanics and coding.
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of Tick, Tick… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins**. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads...
