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Week of Events
Reflections: Selfhood/Motherhood
The Umbrella Arts Center invites the public to an opening reception for the new visual arts exhibition, "Reflections: Selfhood/Motherhood," featuring work by 2023/2024 Umbrella Artists-in-Residence, Jasmine Chen and Catherine LeComte Lecce, in the Allie Kussin Main Gallery. Also on view is "random assembly" in the Main Hall Display, with artwork by Umbrella Ceramic Studio Artist-in-Residence...
Free
The Merry Wives of Windsor
Presenting our summer Shakespeare: The Merry Wives of Windsor (Performances: July 20 – 28, 2024) Directed by Jim Porter The Merry Wives of Windsor is a fun frolic, a comedy that lampoons the idea that the men are the cleverer of the sexes, and that reinforces the concept of true love. With themes of love and...
What Makes History? New Stories from the Collection
Open until August 18 The things we keep matter for the stories we tell. What objects do we choose to preserve, and who is able to collect them? Why were they once valued, and how can we continue to see them in new ways? This special exhibition explores what it means to make history through...
What Makes History? New Stories from the Collection
Open until August 18 The things we keep matter for the stories we tell. What objects do we choose to preserve, and who is able to collect them? Why were they once valued, and how can we continue to see them in new ways? This special exhibition explores what it means to make history through...
What Makes History? New Stories from the Collection
Open until August 18 The things we keep matter for the stories we tell. What objects do we choose to preserve, and who is able to collect them? Why were they once valued, and how can we continue to see them in new ways? This special exhibition explores what it means to make history through...
The British Redcoat!
Far from home, faced with declining budgets, lack of manpower and supplies, a rebellious populace, and unclear mandates, the British soldier of 1775 was stuck with an impossible task both at home and abroad. Join Park Ranger Roger Fuller, dressed as a British soldier, to explore the experience of the British soldier in 1775. ...
Monday, July 22, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
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July 23, 2024 -Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
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July 23, 2024 -North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this daily 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History. Happening every day but Mondays until...
North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Meet at North Bridge Visitor Center Moments of great importance often hinge upon individuals making decisions in the heat of the moment. At Concord’s North Bridge on April 19, 1775 soldiers on both sides made decisions that changed the course of history. Meet a park ranger at North Bridge Visitor Center for a 40 minute...
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
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July 24, 2024 -Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
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July 24, 2024 -North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this daily 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History. Happening every day but Mondays until...
North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Meet at North Bridge Visitor Center Moments of great importance often hinge upon individuals making decisions in the heat of the moment. At Concord’s North Bridge on April 19, 1775 soldiers on both sides made decisions that changed the course of history. Meet a park ranger at North Bridge Visitor Center for a 40 minute...
Thursday, July 25, 2024
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July 25, 2024 -Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
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July 25, 2024 -North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this daily 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History. Happening every day but Mondays until...
North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Meet at North Bridge Visitor Center Moments of great importance often hinge upon individuals making decisions in the heat of the moment. At Concord’s North Bridge on April 19, 1775 soldiers on both sides made decisions that changed the course of history. Meet a park ranger at North Bridge Visitor Center for a 40 minute...
Friday, July 26, 2024
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July 26, 2024 -Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
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July 26, 2024 -North Bridge Battlefield Walk
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July 26, 2024 -Summer Friday Nights Free at Discovery Museum!
Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this daily 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History. Happening every day but Mondays until...
North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Meet at North Bridge Visitor Center Moments of great importance often hinge upon individuals making decisions in the heat of the moment. At Concord’s North Bridge on April 19, 1775 soldiers on both sides made decisions that changed the course of history. Meet a park ranger at North Bridge Visitor Center for a 40 minute...
Summer Friday Nights Free at Discovery Museum!
Join us with free admission and explore the Museum and Discovery Woods at night, every Friday night through Labor Day! We will gratefully accept non-perishable food donations for Open Table and the Acton Food Pantry. Reservations are recommended and can be made 10 days in advance; we cannot guarantee walk-in admission if at capacity.
Free
Saturday, July 27, 2024
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July 27, 2024 -Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
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July 27, 2024 -North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this daily 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History. Happening every day but Mondays until...
North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Meet at North Bridge Visitor Center Moments of great importance often hinge upon individuals making decisions in the heat of the moment. At Concord’s North Bridge on April 19, 1775 soldiers on both sides made decisions that changed the course of history. Meet a park ranger at North Bridge Visitor Center for a 40 minute...
Sunday, July 28, 2024
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July 28, 2024 -Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
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July 28, 2024 -North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Concord’s North Bridge: History and Memory
At 11:00 a.m. meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this daily 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History. Happening every day but Mondays until...
North Bridge Battlefield Walk
Meet at North Bridge Visitor Center Moments of great importance often hinge upon individuals making decisions in the heat of the moment. At Concord’s North Bridge on April 19, 1775 soldiers on both sides made decisions that changed the course of history. Meet a park ranger at North Bridge Visitor Center for a 40 minute...
