Colors of Concord: The Grassy Plain features artworks created by Umbrella 2022-2023 Artist-in-Residence, Ponnapa Prakkamakul. Following a year of intensive outreach to underrepresented members of the Concord community, Prakkamakul has created a series of site-specific new artworks inspired by the people and places she discovered there. The work is on view in The Umbrella’s Main […]
Come learn about the birthplace of Henry David Thoreau and consider lessons about living deliberately that we can learn from his legacy. Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” […]
Concord’s women have always been leaders, fighting for justice and creating a uniquely American vision in literature and art. This tour discusses the stories of these remarkable women, and see the places where they made their mark.
Thomas Dugan Public History intern Jas Wheeler discusses Concord’s history of enslavement and self-emancipation by examining how Brister Freeman, a man enslaved by Colonel John Cuming, found personal liberty through service in the Revolutionary War. Using John Cuming’s desk and Brister Freeman’s muster rolls, Wheeler draws attention to how Americans leveraged the power of writing […]
Welcome to Cannes, one of the most iconic destinations on the French Riviera! We'll start our tour at the top of a small hill, where you can see the breathtaking panoramic view of Cannes. You’ll hear about its history, how it started as a small fishermen's village, and how it gradually grew into the city […]
Join us for a special meet-up party on Wednesday, August 30th. We’ll have beer, snacks, and lots of stories about the Ride for Food! Stop by our office at 31 Main Street Maynard, any time between 5:30 and 7:30. We hope to se you there.
Last Chance ~ Closes September 4th In honor of the Concord Free Public Library’s 150th anniversary, the Concord Museum and the Library have collaborated on a special exhibition featuring the Library’s art collection. Featured objects include paintings by Washington Allston, N.C. Wyeth, May Alcott Nieriker, Charles Hovey Pepper, Alicia Keyes, and Elizabeth Wentworth Roberts, among other artists, […]
Open Studios every Thursday in July & August! 4-7pm Art for All Studio 152 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 16 Pay what you can, starting at $10
Live music by Seth Connelly at Reflections from 5 - 7pm Enjoy Acoustic Guitar, Favorite songs 60s/70s Avoid the paving hassles by shopping late, or just relax and enjoy - Many shops are open late! Reflections, A New Leaf, Concord Firefly, Reasons to be Cheerful, Concord Art & Antiques, Art for All, Debra's Natural Gourmet plus […]
Join Concord Recreation for our annual summer concert series on Thursday nights this summer! All concert starts at 6 PM at Rideout Park. Bring your own chair and come and enjoy some great music!
Colors of Concord: The Grassy Plain features artworks created by Umbrella 2022-2023 Artist-in-Residence, Ponnapa Prakkamakul. Following a year of intensive outreach to underrepresented members of the Concord community, Prakkamakul has created a series of site-specific new artworks inspired by the people and places she discovered there. The work is on view in The Umbrella’s Main […]
A walking tour is a great way to get fresh air while also learning something new. Consider taking a walking tour with the Concord Visitor Center; we have tours on Indigenous People; African Americans of Concord; Women of Concord, and our weekend twilight tour. For more information: https://visitconcord.org/visit/walking-tours/
Thomas Dugan Public History intern Jas Wheeler discusses Concord’s history of enslavement and self-emancipation by examining how Brister Freeman, a man enslaved by Colonel John Cuming, found personal liberty through service in the Revolutionary War. Using John Cuming’s desk and Brister Freeman’s muster rolls, Wheeler draws attention to how Americans leveraged the power of writing […]
Last Chance ~ Closes September 4th In honor of the Concord Free Public Library’s 150th anniversary, the Concord Museum and the Library have collaborated on a special exhibition featuring the Library’s art collection. Featured objects include paintings by Washington Allston, N.C. Wyeth, May Alcott Nieriker, Charles Hovey Pepper, Alicia Keyes, and Elizabeth Wentworth Roberts, among other artists, […]
Margaret Savage: A Life’s Work August 25 - September 30 An exhibition of work by Umbrella Studio Artist Margaret Savage, who has worked in these spaces from the former Emerson Umbrella's humble beginnings in the 1980s Opening Reception and Celebration: Thursday, September 7, 5:30-7:30pm
A walking tour is a great way to get fresh air while also learning something new. Consider taking a walking tour with the Concord Visitor Center; we have tours on Indigenous People; African Americans of Concord; Women of Concord, and our weekend twilight tour. For more information: https://visitconcord.org/visit/walking-tours/
For over 10,000 years the indigenous people of the land knew this area as Musketaquid. The land between the grassy rivers. This tour explores the history of the first people and how they lived in a land of abundance seeking to keep and foster balance with the natural world, their mother, who sustained them always. […]
Come learn about the birthplace of Henry David Thoreau and consider lessons about living deliberately that we can learn from his legacy. Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” […]
Concord Visitor Center has walking tours for all interests, ranging from Women of Concord to Indigenous People and African American People of Concord. Our newest tour is Beyond 1775: Concord and the Massachusetts National Guard.
Colors of Concord: The Grassy Plain features artworks created by Umbrella 2022-2023 Artist-in-Residence, Ponnapa Prakkamakul. Following a year of intensive outreach to underrepresented members of the Concord community, Prakkamakul has created a series of site-specific new artworks inspired by the people and places she discovered there. The work is on view in The Umbrella’s Main […]
For over 10,000 years the indigenous people of the land knew this area as Musketaquid. The land between the grassy rivers. This tour explores the history of the first people and how they lived in a land of abundance seeking to keep and foster balance with the natural world, their mother, who sustained them always. […]
Get out and enjoy the fall with these trail walks in the Concord/Carlisle area. Designed to get you moving while enjoying the scenery, each walk will be 3-4 miles, slightly slower than our fitness hikes. Come for the camaraderie of exploring the outdoors with like-minded people! Directions to the trailhead will be sent out each […]
Margaret Savage: A Life’s Work August 25 - September 30 An exhibition of work by Umbrella Studio Artist Margaret Savage, who has worked in these spaces from the former Emerson Umbrella's humble beginnings in the 1980s Opening Reception and Celebration: Thursday, September 7, 5:30-7:30pm
Virtual Reality. Chatbots. Deep Fakes. Do you feel like the technological world is moving too fast? Do you really know what any of these terms mean to you, never mind all of humanity? Take a breath and enjoy an in-person, real presentation about AI by Dave Wheeler from Therapy Gardens on emerging technologies. You might […]
Colors of Concord: The Grassy Plain features artworks created by Umbrella 2022-2023 Artist-in-Residence, Ponnapa Prakkamakul. Following a year of intensive outreach to underrepresented members of the Concord community, Prakkamakul has created a series of site-specific new artworks inspired by the people and places she discovered there. The work is on view in The Umbrella’s Main […]
Brooklyn based designer Marcia Patmos will be joining us for a two day trunk show where she will bring an extended collection of her beautiful cashmere knits and cotton womenswear.
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 2023 will feature your favorite Concord Farmers selling their […]
Can’t commit to a full class session? Not sure what class type you want? Try the NEW Fitness Punch Pass! Attend any available Land or Water Fitness class (space provided) until you reach your purchased limit.
For over 10,000 years the indigenous people of the land knew this area as Musketaquid. The land between the grassy rivers. This tour explores the history of the first people and how they lived in a land of abundance seeking to keep and foster balance with the natural world, their mother, who sustained them always. […]
Worship Service September 10th at 10:00 a.m. Brunch, Pancakes, and a Bouncy House at 11:00 a.m. We are an open and affirming congregation. All are welcome! Give us a try.
Get hooked on playing the most infectious and fun instrument, the ukulele! Join Concord Conservatory of Music’s (CCM) free Ukulele Taster on Monday, September 11th from 7:00 – 8:00 pm for adults. After an hour, you’ll fall in love with playing this happy and cool instrument and will probably want to join a class with […]
Did you know that you and your kids can sample a Concord Conservatory of Music Group Class to see if it’s a fit for you? Have fun connecting with other musicians and learning in a social and supportive shared experience. The CCM Free Trial Group Class week runs from Monday, September 11th through Saturday, September 16th. CCM group […]
Get you Kicks for Cancer merchandise Saturday, September 16th, 10am-2pm so you're all ready for Kicks for Cancer Week! Look for Pop UP SHOP outside CCHS Cafeteria (look inside if weather is lousy). CA$H and credit card accepted Sweat shirts! Sweatpants - including new straight leg with pockets1 New beanies in pink and […]
Save up to 25% with the Explore and Learn Pass: includes admission to Concord Museum and a historic walking tour of Concord. The Historic Walking Tour traces the history of Concord from its earliest beginnings 10,000 years ago to the 21st century. This tour is the perfect introduction to Concord and its rich history. Walk […]
Concord Women’s Chorus (CWC), fostering the power of women’s voices in song, invites new singers to join its ensemble at “Open Rehearsals” on Tuesdays, September 12 and 19, 9:30 am, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 81 Elm Street, Concord. Artistic Director and Conductor Jane Ring Frank welcomes newcomers to join rehearsal, audition and learn more about […]
Save the date for our next Opening @ ArtScape: ‘Every Picture Tells a Story’, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 4:30 – 6 PM ! The show, celebrating 150th anniversary of the Concord Free Public Library, just moved from Fowler Library – to ArtScape where it will be up thru October 21! Here’s flyer; you’re welcome to share. […]
Join Us! OPEN STUDIO SESSIONS Please bring any project that you are currently working on and join us for an evening of community and creating. Come with your knitting, mending, needle point, writing, painting, beading or craft of any kind or come with nothing and we will find something fun for you to do!
In this course participants will learn about Cuban history, including the long relationship between Cuba and the United States. Each participant will purchase and read the Pulitzer Prize winning book “Cuba, An American History” by Ada Ferrer. The book is available on Amazon in paperback ($17.99) or Kindle Edition ($10.79). Participants will read and be […]
Save up to 25% with the Explore and Learn Pass: includes admission to Concord Museum and a historic walking tour of Concord. The Historic Walking Tour traces the history of Concord from its earliest beginnings 10,000 years ago to the 21st century. This tour is the perfect introduction to Concord and its rich history. Walk […]
Wines that need no introduction... LA TOSA The distinctive wines of Emilia-Romagna TASTING FRIDAY 3-6 SATURDAY 12-4 'Vignamorello' Gutturnio Superiore 2021 $35 'Terredelletosa Gutturnio' 2022 $19.99 'Terrafiaba Gutturnio' (Frizzante) 2022 $17.99 'Luna Selvatica' (Cabernet) 2020 $40 'Sorriso di Cielo' Malvasia 2022 $30 'Terrafiaba Ortrugo' (Frizzante) 2022 $17.99 'Ombrasenzombra' Sauvignon 2022 $25
Join Jess Myles of Codman Community Farms to learn about seed saving! Jess, their Education, Outreach, and Volunteer Coordinator, will lead this hands-on demonstration. Learn valuable skills that you can use in your own garden. You will also be able to contribute to the Concord Seed Lending Library here at the CFPL. This program will […]
Long time Concord resident and author Joel Johnson will visit Fowler to read from and discuss his novel Never, a coming-of-age story set in the segregated South. Johnson encourages discussion of the complexities of sensitive issues when writing about race. Adults. Registration optional, register for updates. Program takes place at the Fowler Branch Library.
The World's A Stage Players, Concord Players' Shakespeare troupe, will present Richard II Saturdays and Sundays, September 9,10, 16 & 17 at 5:00 pm outdoors on the lawn of the Concord Free Public Library and Friday, September 15 at 7:00 pm indoors at 51 Walden Street. This lesser known, but beautifully poetic play, written around […]
Artisans Way, located at 18 Walden St., Concord, is excited to welcome Treestump Woodcrafts for their annual Trunk Show. The event will be on Saturday, September 16 from 10-6 and Sunday, September 17 from 12-5. Handcrafting their beautiful Southwestern style work for over 30 years, Ron and Christine Sisco are now delighted to include their […]
Save up to 25% with the Explore and Learn Pass: includes admission to Concord Museum and a historic walking tour of Concord. The Historic Walking Tour traces the history of Concord from its earliest beginnings 10,000 years ago to the 21st century. This tour is the perfect introduction to Concord and its rich history. Walk […]
Kick off Kicks for Cancer week with new KFC swag & merchandise Get you Kicks for Cancer merchandise Saturday, September 16th, 10am-2pm so you're all ready for Kicks for Cancer Week! Look for Pop UP SHOP outside CCHS Cafeteria (look inside if weather is lousy). CA$H and credit card accepted Sweat shirts! Sweatpants […]
Discover the fascinating stories that the Concord Museum collection can tell us. Interpreters will lead Object Spotlight Talks that highlight objects in the collection. Today’s Object Spotlight Talk will focus on the Wooden Spoons in the Museum's collection and will take place in the April 19, 1775 gallery. Ask at the front desk what time […]
Volunteers needed for ELL classes! CCACE is looking for people willing to help out once or twice a week during our English for Beginners class. You don’t need to know multiple languages, just some empathy, patience and an interest in communicating and improving someone’s life. Duties involve attending the class and assisting students as needed. […]
Our Women of Concord tour gives insight into the women who lived in, or are connected to, this historic town, but who you may not have heard of. Women with significant contributions to the Revolutionary War, Transcendentalism, the fight to free Black people from slavery and to getting women the right to vote are highlighted, […]
Come learn about the birthplace of Henry David Thoreau and consider lessons about living deliberately that we can learn from his legacy. Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” […]
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a Concord Players production? Perhaps you know what it takes and are looking for a place to hone your craft? On Sunday, September 17th from 1:00 - 4:00 pm the Players invite you to take a peek behind the curtain, meet our talented team, […]
In late September, Kicks for Cancer brings together soccer players and fans at Concord-Carlisle High School in Concord, MA, to support local high school teams and to rally to advance ovarian cancer prevention. Players take to the fields wearing jerseys with the name of a loved one who has battled cancer displayed on their backs. This […]
Join us on Tuesday mornings for a playgroup aimed at toddlers and their caregivers -- an opportunity to explore and play. Join members of the talented Nashoba Brooks School teaching team, leading activities that explore school readiness and promote fun!
Concord Women’s Chorus (CWC), fostering the power of women’s voices in song, invites new singers to join its ensemble at “Open Rehearsals” on Tuesdays, September 12 and 19, 9:30 am, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 81 Elm Street, Concord. Artistic Director and Conductor Jane Ring Frank welcomes newcomers to join rehearsal, audition and learn more about […]
Back after a long hiatus, Mary Hurley and her daughter Caitlin are once again offering guided bike rides this fall. Get out your E-bike, road or touring bike and join us for outdoor fun on two wheels! We will be riding mostly back roads in various towns each week, offering some history, some chatting and […]
Margaret Savage: A Life’s Work August 25 - September 30 An exhibition of work by Umbrella Studio Artist Margaret Savage, who has worked in these spaces from the former Emerson Umbrella's humble beginnings in the 1980s
Save up to 25% with the Explore and Learn Pass: includes admission to Concord Museum and a historic walking tour of Concord. The Historic Walking Tour traces the history of Concord from its earliest beginnings 10,000 years ago to the 21st century. This tour is the perfect introduction to Concord and its rich history. Walk […]
Join parent coach Allison Flynn on six mornings for a parent discussion group, sharing tips and techniques and getting new resources. Monday's session is open to all; Tuesday's will focus on parenting kids with special needs of any kind. There will be a coinciding playgroup for kids 12 months to 3 years; pre-crawling babies are […]
Discover the fascinating stories that the Concord Museum collection can tell us. Interpreters will lead Object Spotlight Talks that highlight objects in the collection. Today’s Object Spotlight Talk will focus on a Geological Specimen Box constructed by Henry David Thoreau and will take place in the Thoreau gallery. Ask at the front desk what time […]
The Concord Museum is excited to announce the launch of the Museum’s newest patron program for people under 55 with a passion for the Museum and an interest in shaping its future. Join us on September 22 for the launch party and enjoy drinks and light bites with fellow Contemporary Leaders.
Porchfest An annual signature event of the West Concord Junction Cultural District Committee, the Porchfest is a gala celebration of community music held on a Saturday afternoon each September. Audience members are treated to more than two dozen musical acts representing a wide variety of styles. Concerts are held on porches, stoops, front yards, and […]
September 23, 2023 We are proud to announce that Kicks for Cancer 2022 donated $117,000 to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute this year for ovarian cancer research. In late September, Kicks for Cancer brings together soccer players and fans at Concord-Carlisle High School in Concord, MA, to support local high school teams and to rally to advance ovarian cancer prevention. […]
About the Walk Be part of the best community fundraiser around! Help Minute Man Arc raise funds to improve the lives of more than 1,000 children and adults with disabilities in Massachusetts. All are welcome! March to honor people living with disabilities... March to support Minute Man Arc's programs and services... March to transform your […]
Coldwell Banker will be hosting a Flea Market on September 23rd with 100% of the proceeds going to Open Table. This event will be held in the parking lot behind Coldwell Banker office - 11 Main Street in Concord. Open Table's mission is ot end hunger in our local community by providing healthy food in […]
Henry David Thoreau Walking Tour Did you know that Henry David Thoreau was baptized David Henry Thoreau? Did you know that he willingly spent a night in jail in July of 1846 but had to be kicked out the next morning? Join us for a 90-minute, two-mile walk where we will visit some of the […]
Learn about Concord’s African-American residents on this 90-minute walking tour. The tour will visit sites highlighting Concord’s history around enslavement, the first generation of self-emancipated African-Americans, and the growth of Abolitionism. We see how these families strived to support themselves on the land and in the town and worked to shape their own destinies as […]
Come learn about the birthplace of Henry David Thoreau and consider lessons about living deliberately that we can learn from his legacy. Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” […]
See in Climate Prep Week (9/24-9/30) by expanding and/or exchanging your houseplants! In connection with Fowler's ongoing houseplant swap, bring in your no-longer loved houseplants, your surplus, or cuttings from favorites to share with other community members. Even if you're just getting started, we will have cuttings to plant from the library and library staff's […]
Learn how to cut and assemble your own seasonal autumn wreath using the Workshop's Cricut machines. Free registration required. Recommended for ages 10 to 110.
Learn how to cut and assemble your own seasonal autumn wreath using the Workshop's Cricut machines. Free registration required. Recommended for ages 10 to 110.
Save up to 25% with the Explore and Learn Pass: includes admission to Concord Museum and a historic walking tour of Concord. The Historic Walking Tour traces the history of Concord from its earliest beginnings 10,000 years ago to the 21st century. This tour is the perfect introduction to Concord and its rich history. Walk […]
Join us on September 27th for an Artist Demo with Charles Norris! Using selected images and recent hand-carved blocks, Charley will demonstrate his approach to creating woodblock prints with traditional tools and materials, focusing on waterfront and maritime inspirations. He will describe personal interests in printmaking and his approach to selecting maritime print subjects. Several […]
Concord family, the Snyders, will be hosting a food drive 4:30-6:30pm at Crosby's Market for Open Table. Please consider picking up a few items to donate when you're doing your shopping at Crosby's. The Snyder Family will be outside the market to collect your items. Thank you, Crosbys, Snyder Family & Open Table!
The Auxiliary of Emerson Health will host another part of the "Adapting To Change As You Age" series. The topic this month is "Post-Hospitalization Care." Join our Emerson Health panelists as they provide information on how to skillfully navigate life changes that aging might bring. If you or someone you care about was recently hospitalized, […]
Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread, will highlight needlework produced by young women in New England and specifically the extraordinary collection of samplers at the Concord Museum. Featuring 30 samplers sewn in the early 1700s to mid-1800s, Interwoven will explore how young women created records of their own lives and experiences, written in thread. This exhibition will […]
On opening day, visit the Concord Museum’s new special exhibition "Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread," which highlights needlework produced by young women in New England, with a specific focus on the extraordinary collection of 18th and 19th century samplers at the Concord Museum. These vibrant samplers offer a distinctive picture of how young women […]
Concord Museum curators will give gallery talks in the new special exhibition "Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread." Hear stories of the lives and education of young women in 18th and 19th century New England and view 30 historic needlework samplers.
Concord Museum curators will give gallery talks in the new special exhibition "Interwoven: Women’s Lives Written in Thread." Hear stories of the lives and education of young women in 18th and 19th century New England and view 30 historic needlework samplers.
Stop by Concord Art and shop our Yart Sale on September 30th (10am-4pm) and October 1st (12pm-4pm)! You’ll find fine art at a bargain, plus all sorts of decorative objects. There will be glassware, ceramics, trinkets and treasure galore! We’ll have light refreshments for you to enjoy as you browse. All proceeds from the event […]
Henry David Thoreau Walking Tour Did you know that Henry David Thoreau was baptized David Henry Thoreau? Did you know that he willingly spent a night in jail in July of 1846 but had to be kicked out the next morning? Join us for a 90-minute, two-mile walk where we will visit some of the […]
Come learn about the birthplace of Henry David Thoreau and consider lessons about living deliberately that we can learn from his legacy. Take an inside look at the restored 1730s house listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse/Henry David Thoreau Birth House. Locally, it is also known as “Thoreau Farm.” […]
