From Concord to California: Ellen Garrison and Her Fight for Freedom
Concord has a reputation for producing people of radical ideas, justice, and bravery. From the minutemen of the American Revolution to transcendentalist writers like Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson, the town of Concord has an ability to grow a sense of social justice in all its citizens. The story of Ellen Garrison Jackson Clark, an African American woman born and raised here in Concord who went on to fight for freedom at a national level, is a less well-known example—an injustice that The Robbins House and the Concord Museum are seeking to rectify.
September 15, 2022

American Revolution
Freedom, Fate & Fire
What does a life of freedom and fortune mean to you? And what would you do to attain it? To find that life, two...
June 15, 2019

Historic Sites in Concord
Don Henley's Two Waldens
Artists, transcendentalists, abolitionists, civil rights advocates, and revolutionaries have been drawn to...
June 15, 2021

Arts & Culture
When Genius Collides: Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allan Poe
By 1845, the careers of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allan Poe were on very different tracks. Hawthorne was a...
August 29, 2024

Free Family Day at The Umbrella Arts Center

Free Family Day at The Umbrella Arts Center
The Umbrella Arts Center – Aug 9, 2025
Come to The Umbrella for FREE family fun! Drop by any time during the two-hour time block Saturday, August 9: 2:00pm - 4:00pm to partake in a seasonal and creative craft led by one of our talented instructors! Open to all ages and abilities. Registration appreciated (but not r…

American Revolution

Battlefields of the American Revolution: New Commemorative Stamps
As America celebrates the 250th anniversary of the first battles of the American Revolution, the United States Post Office is commemorating the occasion with 15 new...
April 25, 2025
From the Midnight Ride to Revolution: An Artistic Journey
After telling the tale of The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow ended his epic poem with the words, “The rest you know from the books you...
April 25, 2025
Captives and Kings
Centuries had passed since legendary King Arthur pulled a sword from a stone claiming his right to the throne of England, but, once more, swords were being pulled...
April 25, 2025

Featured Events

August 7 2025
Summer Concert Series
Head over to West Concord for the annual Summer Concert Series. Each night, a live band will take the stage to play all your favorite songs, old and new, at Rideout Playground.
Thursday, August 7th - Becky and the Swinging Band

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August 21 2025
Third Thursdays in Concord Center
Concord Center is buzzing with excitement with the Third Thursdays event series. This Massachusetts neighborhood welcomes locals and visitors alike for art, culture, shopping, and dining. Taking place monthly from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Third Thursdays features more than 30 local businesses staying open late with special offerings and experiences.
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August 23 2025
Papercutting Workshops at Walden Pond Visitor Center
Join multimedia artist Elena (Zhonghe) Li for a workshop specializing in the traditional Chinese art of papercutting. Li's art is inspired by her deep love of nature, grounded in Taoist philosophy, which emphasizes simplicity and living in harmony with nature. She considers Henry David Thoreau and American Laozi (master of Taolism). Each workshop will hold 25 participants.
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September 18 2025
Third Thursdays in Concord Center
Concord Center is buzzing with excitement with the Third Thursdays event series. This Massachusetts neighborhood welcomes locals and visitors alike for art, culture, shopping, and dining. Taking place monthly from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Third Thursdays features more than 30 local businesses staying open late with special offerings and experiences.
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September 19 2025
The Okee Dokee Brothers Return to Concord Conservatory of Music on September 19 by Popular Demand
The Okee Dokee Brothers are back by popular demand to kick off CCM's 2025/2026 Concert and Speaker Series. Known for their unique blend of bluegrass-inspired folk music, Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing celebrate the outdoors and inspire adventure, fostering a love for nature and music in listeners of all ages.
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Concord History

History in the Palm of Your Hand: Revolutionary Concordians Trading Cards
Concord’s history is filled with revolutionaries—not just the famous names we learn in school, but everyday people whose courage and vision helped define Concord as...
April 25, 2025

Margaret Fuller: Asking the Right Questions
In a world where men claimed to have all the answers, Margaret Fuller made it her mission to ask all the right questions. “How came I here?” she wrote as a young...
April 25, 2025
A Fight for Freedom: Honoring Patriots of Color
Last fall, the Town of Concord and Concord250 were proud to be among the 37 selected recipients of a Massachusetts250 Grant provided by the Healey-Driscoll...
April 25, 2025

Echoes of April 19: A Historical Look at Concord’s Anniversary Traditions
April 19, 2025 marks the semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, of the historic battles of Concord and Lexington. To mark the occasion, from April through June...
March 28, 2025
The Robbins House
The Robbins House was originally located on an isolated farm overlooking the Great Meadows along the Concord River. The first two families who lived there were...
March 28, 2025

Arts & Culture

Concord Sketches: Emerson House
Simplicity weaves a rich tapestry of beauty and a sense of quietness in the landscapes surrounding Concord. Among them is Emerson’s humble potato garden, where a...
April 25, 2025

Artist Spotlight: Catherine LeComte Lecce and Shima Taj Bakhsh
Meet two extraordinary Concord artists: Catherine LeComte Lecce and Shima Taj Bakhsh
April 25, 2025
The Nature We All Call Home: Robert Macfarlane to Accept the Thoreau Prize for Nature Writing
Concord’s status as a Mecca for nature writers gains an international dimension this summer. The renowned British writer Robert Macfarlane will accept the 2025...
April 25, 2025
Arts Around Town Vol 7 Issue 2
Discover what's happening in the world of art this spring.
April 25, 2025

The Umbrella Arts Center: A Rich and Accessible Cultural Destination in the Heart of Historic Concord
In the heart of the historic Concord Center Cultural District, The Umbrella Arts Center at 40 Stow Street is a multidisciplinary, non-profit contemporary arts...
March 28, 2025
The Harmony of Community at the Concord Conservatory of Music
The Concord Conservatory of Music (CCM) has been a cornerstone of Concord’s cultural life for over 20 years. More than just a music school, CCM prioritizes...
March 28, 2025

Concord Writers

Everyone Deserves a Chance to Fly: Concord’s Gregory Maguire Soars High
On a spring evening in early April, Concord’s creative community gathered under a starscape of giant whimsical poppies decorating the ceiling of The Umbrella Arts...
April 25, 2025

The President and The Sage: Abraham Lincoln and Ralph Waldo Emerson
As tensions between the North and South increased throughout the 1850s, Ralph Waldo Emerson, like many Americans, was becoming more resigned to the prospect of...
April 25, 2025
New Books from Concord Authors
Concord, MA, has been known since the 19th century for its celebrated writers. Names like Thoreau, Alcott, Hawthorne, and Emerson have been joined by Kearns...
April 25, 2025

Sowing the Seeds of Thoreauvian Studies in Brazil
The First Online Thoreau Conference, if briefly presented, could be described as a collaborative effort between students, scholars, and educators based in Brazil,...
August 29, 2024
Prophets of Truth and Enchantment: Thomas Carlyle and the Transcendentalists
Of all the writers and philosophers who influenced the New England Transcendentalists, none had a bigger impact than Thomas Carlyle. Born in Scotland in 1795, as an...
August 29, 2024

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Things to See & Do

Historic Lexington & Arlington: Plan Your Visit
Explore Lexington and Arlington, home to many historic sites that bring to life the American Revolution and colonial era. From battlefields to historic landmarks,...
April 25, 2025

Historic Concord: Plan Your Visit
Step into history as you explore Concord’s many remarkable sites. From Revolutionary War landmarks to literary treasures, there’s something for everyone to...
April 25, 2025
12 Things to See & Do in Concord this Spring
Discover what's happening in Concord this spring!
April 25, 2025

Historic Lexington & Arlington: Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit to historic Lexington and Arlington!
March 31, 2025
Orchard House: A Legacy of Literature and History
It is rare to find the very home where a beloved feminist author penned her most famous work, Little Women—a novel that has never been out of print for over a...
March 28, 2025

Parks & Nature

Patriots’ Day and the Signs of Spring: A Season of Renewal and Reflection
Nature is springing forth and so is Patriots’ Day! And this year is very special as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War with...
April 25, 2025

Create Art from Beautiful Autumn Leaves with These Kid-Friendly Fall Activities!
Join in the family fun this autumn with three kid-friendly activities sure to entertain the kiddos.
August 29, 2024
Stewards of the Battlefield
Early this year, National Park Service archeologists working at Minute Man National Historical Park discovered five musket balls that were fired during the...
August 29, 2024

A Season of Change
The colors of Concord in fall are so beautiful they bring a glow to our minds and a smile to our faces. The reds, oranges, and yellows against a green background...
August 29, 2024
Historic Ironwork and Hidden Paths: The Buttrick Gardens Restoration
The Buttrick Gardens at Minute Man National Historical Park look better than ever after several years of hardscape preservation projects that enhance the natural...
August 29, 2024

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