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 […]
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. […]
30 Years of Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature November 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026 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 […]
30 Years of Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature November 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026 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 […]
Join quizmaster, host, and Jeopardy! champ Tom Rutledge for Trivia Night in Concord! Play our 6 fabulous rounds of original, brain-teasing trivia with no cover fee. Enjoy the Colonial Inn's full bar/apps/ dinner menu. So get your friends, neighbors, or co-workers together, make an unstoppable team (up to 6), and test your collective grasp on […]
Native Concordian, world-renowned naturalist, lecturer, birder, and author Peter Alden will present his new memoir, My Wild Life: Rare Birds, Close Calls, and the Adventures of an Eco-Explorer from 12-1pm. Book signing will follow. Alden will share stories and photos from his decades of travel to over 100 countries and 7 continents. All ages are […]
John Gardella presents the first two parts of The Modern Middle East on January 22nd and 29th starting at 1:00 PM. It will cover from the end of World War One through 1980 - the Iranian Revolution and the Camp David Accords. These two lectures set the stage for the more recent history of the […]