The Fall Issue is Here!
The fall issue is here! Dive in and discover five definitive battles of the American Revolution that took place in the fall of 1775, how Concord's minutemen of 1861 responded to the Civil War, "Henry David Thoreau and the Crackbrained Troublemaker," where to find the best cider donuts, and so much more.
September 4, 2025

Parks & Nature
Painted Leaves
“October is the month for painted leaves,” Henry Thoreau wrote in 1860. “Their rich glow now flashes round the...
September 4, 2025

Things to See & Do
Cider Donuts & Pumpkin Patches: Autumnal Rites of Passage in New England
Autumn is a special time in New England. For my family, September means an excursion to a local orchard for...
September 4, 2025

Arts & Culture
Arts Around Town Volume 7 Issue 3
Discover what's happening in Concord's vibrant arts scene and immerse yourself in music, theatre, and art.
September 4, 2025

Indigenous Peoples' Day at the Concord Museum

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Indigenous Peoples' Day at the Concord Museum
Concord Museum
Join Concord Museum for a program and performance with the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers, a group of musicians and artisans from the tribal communities of Mashpee on Cape Cod and Aquinnah on Martha’s Vineyard on Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Participate in the performance of e…

American Revolution

Relations be Hanged: Frayed Loyalties to King and Family
Stand in the middle of Concord’s North Bridge with the Minute Man statue on your right and the British soldiers’ grave on your left. Place your hands on the rough...
September 4, 2025
The Battle of Great Bridge
In the early morning hours of December 9, 1775, the peaceful marshland near the village of Great Bridge, Virginia, was abruptly interrupted by the booming sound of...
September 4, 2025
The Siege of Savage’s Old Fields
In the shadow of Lexington and Concord, away from Boston’s protests and the assembled New England militiamen, the American Revolution initially took hold in the...
September 4, 2025

Featured Events

October 10 - November 23 2025
TICK, TICK… BOOM! at The Umbrella Arts Center
The Umbrella Stage Company is proud to announce the presentation of TICK, TICK… BOOM!, the autobiographical rock musical by Jonathan Larson, directed by Ilyse Robbins. From Friday, October 10 through Sunday, November 23, 2025, audiences will be invited into the creative crucible of a composer on the brink of his 30th birthday, facing the crossroads of love, ambition, and artistic purpose.
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October 11 2025
Yart Sale!
Stop by Concord Art and shop our Yart Sale on Saturday, October 11th (10am – 4pm). You’ll find fine art at a bargain, plus all sorts of decorative objects. There will be trinkets, and treasures galore! All proceeds from the event will support our mission: To promote and advance the visual arts and artists, and to enrich and sustain our cultural community. No tickets required!
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October 11 2025
Joel Myerson Annual Lecture Presented by Professor Laura Dassow Walls
Joint the Concord Free Public Library Corporation for the annual Joel Myerson Lecture: "Stepping Out of Time: Thoreau, Lopez, and the Question of Transcendentalism Today," presented by Prof. Laura Dassow Walls. "Is this who we are?" It's the question of the day, but generations ago the Transcendentalists asked it as well, as they confronted an America founded on the promise of freedom but mired in the economics of slavery. Their legacy to us is paradoxical: they offer a vision transcending worldly affairs, even as they demand we attend to the burning world.
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October 16 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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October 18 2025
Discover West Concord Day
Don't miss this annual family-friendly, fun-filled, foodie extravaganza! The cornerstone event is Debra's Natural Gourmet's 36th birthday bash, and the whole neighborhood joins in the fun. Enjoy live music, decorate your own pumpkin, join in art projects for the whole family, and lots of fantastic food samples and great retail specials await.
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Concord History

Concord’s Minutemen of 1861: Captain George L. Prescott and the Concord Artillery
In the early morning of April 19, 1861, Daniel Lawrence rode into the town of Concord on horseback, rousing the town militia with orders to report to Boston in...
September 4, 2025

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

Arts & Culture

Artist Spotlight - Joan Kocak and Cindy Crimmin
Through the eyes of artist/photographer Joan Kocak, the everyday landscape of New England is a place filled with memory and mystery. And Cindy Crimmin can’t...
September 4, 2025

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

Concord Writers

Henry David Thoreau and the Crackbrained Troublemaker
Concord-born Henry David Thoreau is among the town’s most quoted writers. One of his best-known sentiments is telling the reader that you should “endeavor to live...
September 4, 2025

Emerson’s Daughters: A Book Review
In her engaging biography, Emerson’s Daughters, Kate Culkin brings out of the shadows two of “Concord’s favorite daughters,” Ellen and Edith, who had a “sisterhood...
September 4, 2025
The Hawthornes and Life Without Papa
In 1860, Nathaniel Hawthorne and his family returned to Concord after living abroad for seven years. Now, back in the home they called The Wayside, the Hawthornes...
September 4, 2025

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

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Things to See & Do

Nature’s Gifts
No matter the season, nature has something to offer—but fall, with its vibrant colors and crisp air, is especially stunning. Nature is full of things to see, smell,...
September 4, 2025

Thanksgiving Recipes to Enliven Your Holiday Table
Surprise family and friends this holiday season with two dishes sure to please: Crimson Cranberry Cobbler and Baked Sugar Pumpkin Fondue.
September 4, 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...
September 4, 2025

22 Things to See & Do in Concord this Fall
Discover what's happening in and around Concord this Fall!
September 4, 2025
Keep the Summer Fun Going with Third Thursdays!
August 18, 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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