What did Provincial troops carry with them into battle in 1775? How do you change a flint and fire a musket? Muster with living Historian Nick Johnson in this virtual program to find out! Please note that this family program is virtual.  Participants will be emailed a link to watch the program live on Sunday, November 1. […]

Walking tours depart form the Concord Visitor Center at 1:00 pm daily through November 8 and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the rest of November. The 75 minute experience will introduce guests to the Downtown Concord area and will touch on concord's rich Revolutionary and Literary history while visiting sites such as The Wright […]

Accomplished chef and noted pasta maker Jeremy Pietropaolo is back with five new cooking classes. Each one-hour class takes on a different recipe, teaching tips and techniques, including plating where appropriate. At the end of the class you’ll have something finished and ready to serve! Join us for one or any combination of classes. Ingredients […]

Accomplished chef and noted pasta maker Jeremy Pietropaolo is back with five new cooking classes. Each one-hour class takes on a different recipe, teaching tips and techniques, including plating where appropriate. At the end of the class you’ll have something finished and ready to serve! Join us for one or any combination of classes. Ingredients […]

   Join Geologist and New England’s foremost expert on stone walls, Robert Thorson, in a conversation on the fascinating history of Concord’s signature, but often forgotten, landform- stone walls on Wednesday, November 4, 7:00pm to 8:00pm. In this Concord Museum ForumThorson uncovers why New England is uniquely situated to be the quintessential landscape for stone […]

Join the Concord Free Public Library for "The Practice of Presence" on Wednesday, November 4 at 7:30 p.m. Explore simple mindful wellness practices that settle the mind, honor the body and enhance overall well-being. Together, we'll examine the path toward freedom from stress and experience the power of the pause in a time of crisis. […]

Parenting in the digital world is overwhelming and complicated, especially today as we cope with social distancing and working from home. We strive for balance in our own lives while trying to balance screens and technology. What can we do to ensure our children are developing the necessary “soft skills,” like resilience, cooperation, independence, and […]

Fall-planted daffodils are a cherished harbinger of spring. Cheerful, robust and healthy daffodil bulbs are a must for any New England garden. You are invited to drive through and pick up two varieties of high quality bulbs with planting instructions at the COA. Please wear a mask, stay in your car and we will bring […]

Take your exercise outdoors and enjoy fall in New England! We’ll explore local trails while getting a moderate to higher intensity workout. Come prepared to break a sweat and get your heart rate up. Light hiking boots recommended; walking poles suggested for those wanting additional support and an upper body workout. Directions to the starting […]

Hear the voice of the silent stones in Concord's cemeteries on this 90 minute tour. Scenic, wooded Sleepy Hollow is the most famous, with highlights including the magnificent Melvin Memorial and the graves of Concord's literary giants: Alcott, Thoreau, Hawthorne and Emerson. The Hill Burying Ground and the South Burying Ground are the resting places […]

Minute Man National Historical Park invites you to join us on Saturday, November 7th for Park Day 2020! Please register at https://forms.gle/ovJ84mGM28kU6m7K6 by Nov. 6th to receive a free t-shirt. Sponsored by the American Battlefield Trust and Friends of Minute Man National Park, this annual event gives participants the opportunity to help preserve one of […]

Concord Youth Theatre Playtime Theatre presents a Delightful, Interactive Theater Experience for Kids Ages 2-9 CYT actors will inspire you with new and improved versions of familiar children’s stories, complete with a sing-along! Outgoing audience members may even join the actors on stage to tell a joke or share a special talent. And everyone gets […]

November 7th in Concord Center 11AM-3PM. Please remember to wear masks and practice social distancing.

Support local businesses, discover local artisans and craftspeople & take a break in the beautiful November sunshine. Win. Win. Win! Concord center, Main and Walden.

(Grades 8-12; Instructor: Brian Pollock; Saturdays 11/7,11/14, 11/21 12:30-3:30 pm) Curious what the big whoop is about Shakespeare? Nervous about how to act in a Shakespeare play at school, or have trouble understanding it? Shakespeare’s plays are full of juicy plot lines, hilarious comedy, and big bold characters — endless fun for actor, but sometimes […]