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SUMMARY:Wild & Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Earth Day and OARS’ 40th anniversary\, we are bringing the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to Concord\, where 3 remarkable rivers meet and America’s roots run deep. In partnerships with friends and local organizations\, we are hosting five days of community-focused events in and around Concord Center\, including film screenings\, art installations\, guest speakers\, outdoor walks\, and a 3-day cross-town scavenger hunt. Join us for an inspirational\, educational\, always wild\, and sure to be scenic five days in Concord!
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/wild-scenic-film-festival/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:251 Anniversary of the First Massachusetts Provincial Congress
DESCRIPTION:Breaking the Polarization Trap”\nDiscussions from History to Solutions\nwith speakers\nDanielle Allen and Robert Gross\nSaturday October 11 – 1:00 – 4:30pm\nat the Wright Tavern\, 2 Lexington Rd\n$30 Entry Fee – Limited Seating\,\nreservations required\, scholarships available\nScan Here for\nReservations\nMake your reservation at wrighttavern.org
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/251-anniversary-of-the-first-massachusetts-provincial-congress/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Historical Visitor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T190000
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SUMMARY:Wright Tavern Summer Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:$10 Donation \nFamily friendly outdoor games\, beer\, specialty drinks\, food music\, and tours of the Historic Wright Tavern
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/wright-tavern-summer-beer-garden/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T014053
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SUMMARY:Wright Tavern Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Today’s theme is the “Celebrate Democracy and Wish Henry David Thoreau Happy Birthday.”\nThe hours are 11:00 – 7:00 on the grounds and inside the Wright Tavern. The cost is $10.00 to support the developing plans for the Wright Tavern.
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/wright-tavern-beer-garden/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T203000
DTSTAMP:20260610T014053
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SUMMARY:Wright Tavern " A Flurry of Birds"
DESCRIPTION:As part of Concord’s 250th celebration\, join us at the historic Wright Tavern on Friday\, July 11 at 7:30 pm for a one-night journey through the events of April 19\, 1775 when The Concord Players presents “A Flurry of Birds” .\nWritten for the Players’ Bicentennial production by Concord resident David Fielding Smith\, The Concord Traveling Players will present a shorter excerpt of his original play.\nAdmission is $10 which includes the performance\, touring the historic tavern and refreshments.\nFor tickets and more information: wrighttavern.org or email: Info@WrightTavern.org
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/wright-tavern-a-flurry-of-birds/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T200000
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SUMMARY:Art Reception at Wright Tavern: "Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides"
DESCRIPTION:Awake\, Rise\, Act: Contemporary Broadsides \nAn exhibition of Fine Art prints made to resemble 18th century broadsides created for the semiquincentennial celebration of Concord Massachusetts. They are on view at the Wright Tavern\, an historic building that played a role in the founding of the United States and the place where the Provincial Congress was planned. Nineteen artists created prints at Shepherd & Maudsleigh Studio in West Newton\, a large space where artists and printmakers can create their work in a community environment. Just as in 1775\, their messaging urges us to awaken\, rise\, and act. \nMeet the artists and celebrate the Tavern on April 30th from 6-8pm \nParticpating Artists: Sandra Cardillo\, Megan Cascella\, Barbara Corrigan\, Renee Covalucci\, Deborah Epstein\, Elissa Freud\, Gail Hansen\, Sharon Hayes\, Rebekah Lord Gardiner\, Steve Murakishi\, Susan Murie\, Marie Nolan\, Charles Norris\, Andrew Palladino\, Molly Paul\, Kelli Sacher\, Laurie Sheffield\, Liz Shepherd\, Saskia Van Vactor \nSponsors: Shepherd & Maudsleigh Studio\, Blick Art Materials \nWright Tavern\, 2 Lexington Rd\, Concord MA\nhttps://www.wrighttavern.org/\nOpen Daily\, 11 am- 5 pm\, closed Tuesdays \n  \n \n 
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/april-30th-art-reception-at-wright-tavern-awake-rise-act-contemporary-broadsides/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T140000
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SUMMARY:Wright Tavern to Bring One-Day Choir Experience to Concord250
DESCRIPTION:From Brooklyn to the Bay Area\, the phenomenon of the One-Day Choir is connecting people from all backgrounds and abilities through song.\nBrooklyn-based Kenter Davies has led One-Day Choirs all across the country\, celebrating the magic of group song. To celebrate Concord250\, Wright Tavern Sing is bringing the One-Day Choir to Concord for two events in April. No prior singing needed\, and no seeking of perfection. Join us for an immersive musical experience. \nJoin us at the 250th celebration Block Party on April 19 from 2 to 4 pm\, following the Patriots’ Day Parade\, at The Masonic Hall\, 85 Monument Square in Concord Center. \nWright Tavern Sing is a program sponsored by the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust. We bring communal music events to Concord that are accessible\, joyful\, and bring a sense of belonging and connection to the greater village. \nFor more information\, and to join the One-Day Choir\, go to www.wrighttavern.org/sing. \nNote: Important information regarding road closures\, parking\, transportation and Concord250 events can be found at Concord250.org \nGET YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/wright-tavern-to-bring-one-day-choir-experience-to-concord250/
LOCATION:Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library\, Marrett Road\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T110000
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Wright Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Built in 1747\, the Wright Tavern is a very iconic and historic building in the founding of the United States. This is the site where leaders of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress met and developed the course for freeing the Colony from British tyranny. Early in the morning of April 19\, 1775\, this is where the Minutemen met and planned their response to the impending danger. This is where the British Redcoats established their headquarters soon after they entered Concord. And there is much more. Come in and hear the unique stories and stand where historical figures stood. Welcome to the newly restored Wright Tavern. \n\n\nApril 18 & 19 \n\n\nSelf-guided tours on the hour from 11am – 6pm \n\n\n“Drink Sam Adams where Sam Adams drank.” Outdoor Beer Garden\, 11am – 7pm \n\n\nWright Tavern\, 2 Lexington Rd\, Concord MA
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/welcome-to-the-wright-tavern-2/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T190000
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Wright Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Built in 1747\, the Wright Tavern is a very iconic and historic building in the founding of the United States. This is the site where leaders of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress met and developed the course for freeing the Colony from British tyranny. Early in the morning of April 19\, 1775\, this is where the Minutemen met and planned their response to the impending danger. This is where the British Redcoats established their headquarters soon after they entered Concord. And there is much more. Come in and hear the unique stories and stand where historical figures stood. Welcome to the newly restored Wright Tavern. \nApril 18 & 19 \nSelf-guided tours on the hour from 11am – 6pm \n“Drink Sam Adams where Sam Adams drank.” Outdoor Beer Garden\, 11am – 7pm \nWright Tavern\, 2 Lexington Rd\, Concord MA
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/welcome-to-the-wright-tavern/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
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SUMMARY:Beer Garden Celebration and Wright Tavern Tours   
DESCRIPTION:      Food and beverages will be sold at the Beer Garden; tables will be out for resting and enjoying the day\n      Tours in the Wright Tavern are happening on the hour; reservations are recommended\n      Tickets are $10.00; children 10 or under are free\n      Come in\, learn the stories and experience the space of this iconic\, historic building\n      Guides/Docents will be in each room to share the stories and importance of this place\n\n\nFrom 11:00 – 7:00
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/beer-garden-celebration-and-wright-tavern-tours-2/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T210000
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SUMMARY:One-Day Choir with Kenter Davies at the Armory
DESCRIPTION:Join friends and neighbors in this one of a kind collective choral event! Led and arranged by beloved NYC music leader Kenter Davies (who grew up in Sudbury!)\, we’ll explore harmony\, free our voices\, and build community through the song “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong. There’s no auditions\, no experience necessary\, and no seeking of perfection\, We’ll just be making music for music-making’s sake! \nA timeless classic about the beauty of the natural world and the kindness we can afford one another as humans\, “What a Wonderful World” feels more important than ever to sing. We’ll explore a choral arrangement of the tune featuring lush\, jazzy harmonies. \nDuring our time together we will: \n○ Play singing games to activate our voices\, bodies\, and connection to one another \n○ Work through the song section by section\, infusing some musicality as we go \n○ Discuss the lyrics of the song and what meaning we can find in it \n○ Sing through the song a bunch and explore the different journeys it may take us on! \nA week prior to the event\, you’ll receive the sheet music and vocal demos arrangement of the song to use as a resource. You don’t have to be able to read sheet music\, you can absolutely learn by ear! We encourage folks to arrive familiar with the arrangement\, but there’s no pressure to learn everything in advance. We’ll fill in the gaps for one another as we explore and play along the way! \nWright Tavern Sing is a program sponsored by the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust. We bring communal music events to Concord that are accessible\, joyful\, and bring a sense of belonging and connection to the greater village. For more information\, go to www.wrighttavern.org/sing. \nKenter Davies is a vocal arranger\, music educator\, and choral facilitator based in Brooklyn\, New York. He dedicates his work to creating spaces where people can engage with music free from the pressure of perfection\, but full of complexity and joy. He highlights the journey over the destination and firmly believes in making music for music-making’s sake. \nKenter facilitates One Day Choirs and other music events with the NYC-based creative community\, Gaia Music Collective. He has led One-Day Choirs all across the country\, celebrating the magic that diversity brings to group song. \nGET YOUR TICKETS $10-$25
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/one-day-choir-with-kenter-davies-at-the-armory/
LOCATION:The Concord Armory\, 91 Everett Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Children,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T150000
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SUMMARY:1775: When Resistance Becomes Revolution
DESCRIPTION:This lecture by well-known historian Robert J. Allison\, Chair of Rev250 for Massachusetts\, will occur in the Wright Tavern. Allison teaches American history at Suffolk University. He will discuss the road that the resistance took to become a revolution in the days after the Battle of Concord on April 19\, 1775.  Seating is limited. Advanced registration recommended.  Sponsored by the Wright Tavern\, The Robbins House\, and Freedom’s Way in celebration of Concord 250. Live-stream option available.
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/1775-when-resistance-becomes-revolution/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T014053
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SUMMARY:Beer Garden Celebration and Wright Tavern Tours   
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 12 –  Beer Garden Celebration and Wright Tavern Tours   \n      From 11:00 – 7:00\n      Food and beverages will be sold at the Beer Garden; tables will be out for resting and enjoying the day\n      Tours in the Wright Tavern are happening on the hour; reservations are recommended\n      Tickets are $10.00; children 10 or under are free\n      Come in\, learn the stories and experience the space of this iconic\, historic building\n      Guides/Docents will be in each room to share the stories and importance of this place
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/beer-garden-celebration-and-wright-tavern-tours/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Food
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
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SUMMARY:Wright Tavern:  Open for Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guided tours of the Wright Tavern are happening on the hour\, just come in to buy your ticket\n\nTickets are $12.00 for adults\, $10.00 for Seniors and Students\, children 10 and under are free\n\nCome in\, learn the stories and experience the space of this iconic\, historic building
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/wright-tavern-open-for-tours/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T211333Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch for Jim Sherblom’s Concord Stories
DESCRIPTION:Jim Sherblom’s new book Concord Stories includes indigenous people\, white settlers\, slave traders\, immigrants\, and revolutionaries. In this lecture\, you will discover their stories and be invited to explore your own story. Author Jim Sherblom is a transcendentalist\, amateur historian\, retired Unitarian Universalist minister\, and resident of Concord. Reception to follow the lecture at the Wright Tavern\, with books available for sale and signing. For registration\, go to https://tinyurl.com/ConcordNative and click “Get Tickets” button and choose In Person or Online. \n 
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/book-launch-for-jim-sherbloms-concord-stories/
LOCATION:First  Parish sanctuary\, 20 Lexington Road\, Concord\, 01742
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T090000
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SUMMARY:Chamber of Commerce hosts April 19th Planning Meeting for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:At this January 17 meeting\, important information for April 19 weekend will be shared with local businesses. \nPlease join us and hear important updates and plans for the Concord250 events for the 250th Celebration on April 19\, 2025 weekend. \nRSVP here \nCo-sponsored by the Concord Chamber of Commerce\, Concord250 Community Participation Subcommittee\, and Wright Tavern Legacy Trust. \n  \n 
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/chamber-of-commerce-hosts-april-19th-planning-meeting-for-businesses/
LOCATION:First Parish Church (Parish Hall)\, 20 Lexington Rd\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concord250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T180000
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SUMMARY:Wright Tavern Pub Choir
DESCRIPTION:Wright Tavern Pub Choir\nDate: Sunday\, October 20\nTime: 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM\nLocation: Monument Square\, Concord MA \nLift your voice to sing! Accomplished choir director and musician Tim Bongiovanni will lead the events by the sculpture.  Here\, participants will learn and perform in three-part harmony. Enjoy refreshments and a beer garden at the Wright Tavern as part of this unique musical event. \n 
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/wright-tavern-pub-choir/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Friends & Family of Residents,Historical Visitor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T093000
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SUMMARY:The 250th Anniversary of the First Massachusetts Provincial Congress
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Massachusetts Provincial Congress\n“Exploring Democracy – Our Rights and Our Responsibilities”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 11\, 2024\n9:30am – 4:30pm\nFirst Parish in Concord and The Wright Tavern\n*Register here to attend* \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn October 1774\, the political conflict between Great Britain and Massachusetts reached a crisis. Parliament enacted the “Intolerable Acts” to punish the province for the Tea Party\, and they revoked the charter of 1691 by which the popularly elected House of Representatives joined with the Council and Crown-appointed Governor to rule the Bay Colony. In the ensuing furor\, county conventions protested the changes; crowds closed courts\, Patriots took over county militias\, and encouraged towns to resist the new regime of the General Court. Royal Governor Thomas Gage called the Court to meet in Salem\, but the Assembly never convened. \nAlthough Gage canceled the session\, the representatives decided to meet behind closed and locked doors and reorganize as the Massachusetts Provincial Congress. Its first session opened a week later\, on October 11th\, in Concord\, safe from the control of British authorities. The gathering was a landmark in the history of self-government.  The Congress set the colony on a collision course with Britain and an eventual road to independence.  Even as it proclaimed loyalty to the Crown\, the Congress mobilized the province in a struggle to reclaim the rights and liberties Massachusetts had enjoyed. Without declaring independence\, the popularly elected body seized the reins of power\, charted a new future for Massachusetts\, and set a model of self-government. \nOctober 11\, 2024\, marks the 250th Anniversary of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress. To commemorate this occasion and honor our forebearers\, the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust is sponsoring a gathering in Concord’s First Parish Meetinghouse and the Wright Tavern next door\, where the delegates to the Congress met. This will be a day-long\, engaging program. With noted historians to guide us\, we will return to this crucial moment in the history of the American Revolution and ask what we can learn from the past. With state legislators joining us\, we will examine the state of democratic governance in Massachusetts and the United States today. And\, with students and teachers from Massachusetts schools\, we will collaboratively explore the future of democracy.  Come join us for this remarkable day. \nREGISTER for this historic event!
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/save-the-date-provincial-congress-event-at-wright-tavern/
LOCATION:First Parish Church (Parish Hall)\, 20 Lexington Rd\, Concord\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concord250,Historical Visitor
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SUMMARY:Lafayette is Coming to Concord!
DESCRIPTION:Lafayette is Coming to Concord  \nOn September 2\, 2024\, Concord\, Lexington\, Boston\, and other towns will celebrate the 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour of America. Here is a description of the purpose and plans for this opportunity to recognize this major event as an integral part of the 250th celebrations of the start of the American War for Independence. \nWhy This Is Important  \nIn 1824\, President James Monroe invited General Lafayette of France to come to America and honor those who fought for and supported the War for Independence. France’s role was critical to George Washington and the American forces in the defeat of the British. Without their aid\, it is unlikely we would have prevailed. Like now\, those times were full of serious political polarization\, and President Monroe wanted Lafayette to bring unity through our recognition and appreciation of the French’s contributions. \nThis will also be an opportunity to broaden historical perceptions of the Revolution to be more inclusive of the contributions of African Americans\, women\, immigrants\, and indigenous peoples. This commemorative event gives us the impetus for reflection and discussion of Concord’s legacy and future. According to historian David Hackett Fischer\, “With much encouragement from his friend the Marquis de Lafayette\, Washington’s thinking on race and slavery changed.” Lafayette had a profound impact on the early development of the United States. \nOverview of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour in 2024 – September 2 from 3:00 – 5:00 PM. The American Friends of Lafayette (AFL) is planning and organizing this twenty-five-day (August 16 – September 9) tour\, including reenactors and events in over 40 towns. Each town\, including Concord\, will create its own ceremonies and coordinate the entry and exit of Lafayette’s entourage. \nConcord’s visit will be on Monday\, September 2\, 2024\, (Labor Day Holiday) from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Lafayette will be arriving from Lexington. Our program for this day will include: \n\nConcord’s militia will greet him and march with him to First Parish/Wright Tavern.\nTents and a welcoming party will greet Lafayette with a welcome statement from Samuel Hoar\, descendent of the original greeter of Lafayette to Concord.\nWe will have a wreath-laying ceremony by the Daughters of the American Revolution\nPresentations in First Parish will reflect Lafayette vision and values for America:\n\nRobert A. Gross\, historian and author\,\nJen Turner\, Executive Director of the Robbins House\, and\nSam Williams\, Executive Director of the Prison Outreach Project.\n\n\nMusic will be provided by Anderson Manual of First Parish in Concord\nA reception will follow in the Wright Tavern\n\n*For those looking to join us virtually through zoom\, please register here to get the zoom link. \nCome and Join Us  \nFor more information\, contact Shelley Hawks or the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust at info@wrighttavern.org. \n\n\nFor more information\, go to wrighttavern.org or email:  info@wrighttavern.org or call First Parish office at (978) 369-9602. \n[The Wright Tavern has secured permission to use the image of Lafayette in publicity materials. The image cannot be cropped and must be accompanied by the following credit line: Lafayette Sulphide Paperweight\, about 1820-1840. Concord Museum Collection\, Gift of Mrs. Louis A. Sohier; G299.] \n  \n \n  \nThe public is invited to this free event for all ages celebrating the 200th Anniversary of General Lafayette’s Farewell Tour and his visit to Concord. Meet the Lafayette reenactor on the lawn of First Parish in Concord this Labor Day afternoon on the very site and day he came to Concord in 1824. Hear the fife and drum of the Concord militia as “Lafayette” arrives in a carriage and is greeted at the tent before moving inside for a program in the First Parish sanctuary with remarks by historians and town leaders. Organized by the Wright Tavern and the Racial Justice Affinity Group of First Parish\, the program will feature historian Robert Gross\, Robbins House Executive Director Jen Turner\, Concord Prison Outreach Director Sam Williams\, and Gospel Choir Director at First Parish Anderson Manuel.  A French-themed reception will follow at the Wright Tavern.
URL:https://visitconcord.org/event/lafayette-is-coming-to-concord/
LOCATION:wright tavern
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Concord250,Food,Historical Visitor
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SUMMARY:Wright Tavern Event
DESCRIPTION:Beer tasting \nLunch\, snacks \, meet the Minutemen \nPub sing
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LOCATION:wright tavern
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