Events
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Travels with George: A Conversation with Nathaniel Philbrick
https://youtu.be/incGvpLu40g In-person registration for this forum is full. Please join the waitlist to attend in-person or register to watch the program virtually. Bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick will discuss his new book, Travels with George. When George Washington became president in 1789, the United States was a loose and quarrelsome confederation so he undertook a tour of all […]
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HOME: Paintings by Loring W. Coleman
In 2017, the Concord Museum was honored to receive an anonymous gift of 47 works of art by Loring Wilkins Coleman (1918-2015), a notable painter of New England landscapes. The exhibition celebrated the work of this accomplished artist who had a strong Concord connection and who explored a changing New England with a sense […]
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26th Annual FAMILY TREES
26th Annual Family Trees: A Celebration of Children's Literature begins on November 24, 2021 through January 2, 2022! Concord's literary legacy is given a creative twist as 32 trees and wreaths of all shapes and sizes are decorated with charm and inspiration from acclaimed children's books. Organized by the Concord Museum's Guild of Volunteers as […]
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The Fête
Join us on Friday, December 3rd from 6:30-8:30 p.m. as the Concord Museum transforms into a dazzling holiday wonderland. As one of the Museum’s most beloved holiday traditions, the Fête is a chance to celebrate the season with fellow friends and supporters. This delightful event is co-chaired by Michelle McArdle and Elizabeth Acquaviva from the […]
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Page to Stage Puppet Show
Colorful and beloved characters from stories around the world come alive on the puppet stage. Some stories are interactive, some hilarious, all have positive messages! Experience your favorite stories in a new way and meet new friends from stories you may not know yet. No advanced registration is required. Participation is limited and available on […]
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Constellation Craft
During Family Trees, families can drop in to read Ada and the Galaxies and imagine the universe we live in. Design your own constellation of stars while exploring the galaxy. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.
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An Afternoon with Authors and Illustrators
Meet some of the accomplished authors and illustrators whose books are featured in Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature. Explore the decorated forest of trees throughout the Museum and visit with authors and illustrators as they sign your books. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.
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Reach for the Stars Stargazing Event
Explore the galaxies without leaving Earth! Join Jim Zebrowski of the Aldrich Astronomical Society for a demonstration of how telescopes help us see far, far away, all in honor of the new picture book Ada and the Galaxies. No advanced registration is required. Participation is limited and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Free with Museum […]
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Cokie: A Life Well Lived with Steve Roberts
https://youtu.be/aTnJvww6jRk Join Steve Roberts as he discusses his new book and loving tribute to his late wife: Cokie: A Life Well Lived. Cokie Roberts was an inspiration and a role model for innumerable women and girls. A fixture on national television and radio for more than 40 years, she also wrote bestselling books on the […]
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The Supreme Court and the Peril of Politics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrQyAgxP7jU Join Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer as he discusses his recently published book, The Authority of the Court and the Peril of Politics, with Concord Museum Director Tom Putnam. Following the virtual conversation with Justice Breyer, a panel of experts will respond and debate the central argument in his new text and other challenges facing […]
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Drop-In Flower Design
Families can design their own flowers while reading Have You Ever Seen a Flower? and Welcome Flower Child: The Magic of Your Birth Flower. Learn about the different types of flowers and the symbolism behind them. Free with Museum admission. Members visit free.
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11th Annual Holiday House Tour: Inside Out
Join the Guild of Volunteers for the 11th Annual Holiday House Tour on Saturday, December 11! We are thrilled to return this year's event to an in-person format, with the exciting twist of featuring a variety of beautifully decorated outdoor spaces sure to delight and inspire. Hidden and often overlooked spaces, like patios, porches, […]