Join us for a viewing of Faith Johnson’s North is a Circle and a guided meditation in Walden Woods! About the film: Filmed in the Nordic regions primarily within the Arctic Circle, this poetic and meditative journey explores the complexities of ancestry in relation to Earth-based belonging, interspecies spiritual connection, and healing through subtle actions, […]
Beat the heat with wine, ice-cold beer, and other beverages in our courtyard, followed by a specially curated tour of staff favorites from the Concord Museum’s collection. From beloved hidden gems to iconic highlights, discover what makes these pieces stand out through the eyes of those who know them best. Your ticket includes drinks outside […]
🌲 🌳 🌲 🌳 Trees were central to Henry David Thoreau’s creativity as a writer, his work as a naturalist, and his inner life. Author of Thoreau and the Language of Trees and a photographer, Richard Higgins examines Thoreau’s deep connections to trees using Thoreau’s words and his own photographs of trees. Higgins lives in […]
S³: A Moment of Reflection Exhibition Dates: July 8 - August 30, 2026, 10 AM - 9 PM Opening Reception: July 15, 2026, 6 PM - 8 PM (RSVP appreciated) The Student Summer Showcase, S³, returns for its second year as The Umbrella’s annual celebration of the work our student community is creating in our […]
The Umbrella Arts Center is proud to continue its Concert Series with Broadway star Megan Hilty! Megan Hilty's initial May 30 performance has been postponed to Sunday, August 30, at 7:00 PM, with limited tickets still available! Most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama Smash, Tony nominee Megan […]
Looking for some fun!? 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 humanity! Follow @tom_rutledge_presents for trivia dates, clues, and general […]
Thursday, September 10th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Main Campus: 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA 📍 CCM 2 Space: 15 Junction Square Drive, Concord, MA It is never too late to bring music into your life. Whether you are an adult beginner, a returning musician, or curious about digital music production, you are […]
Concord Ag Day is a once a year farmers’ market celebrating local agriculture organized by the Concord Agriculture Committee to showcase Concord farms and local produce. This unique market showcases the bounty of Concord’s many farm businesses at the height of the growing season. Ag Day 2026 will feature your favorite Concord Farmers selling their […]
Join local historian Victor Curran and meet the men and women who made Concord the birthplace of American independence and imagination. Learn about their lives, the places where they made their mark, the objects they used, and the documents they wrote. If you want to get to know these remarkable people, and the town that […]
In many high-performing communities, young people receive powerful messages—often unintentionally—that their worth is tied to grades, accolades, or productivity. While ambition can be healthy, the constant drive to achieve can also contribute to rising levels of anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, and disconnection. This year’s series will introduce the concept of “mattering”—the idea that young people thrive […]