Events
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Concord250 Lantern Lighting Ceremony
FeaturedConcord250 Lantern Lighting Ceremony Join us for a ceremonial lighting of the Concord250 Lantern, a 10-foot-tall commemorative lantern inspired by the historic signal light of April 19, 1775 housed today […]
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Whose Revolution
FeaturedWhose Revolution Join Curator talks at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm on March 28 To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution, the Concord Museum is proud to share the new special exhibition, Whose Revolution. Opening March 28, Whose Revolution offers a fresh, inclusive perspective on this pivotal moment in American history, centering the […]
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Open House and Reception for the 250th Student Art Show
FeaturedOpen House and Reception for the 250th Student Art Show High school students from across the Commonwealth are creating artwork inspired by the “one if by land, two if by sea” lantern at the Concord Museum as a symbol of the American Revolution and our nation’s continuing aspiration towards liberty and justice for all. All […]
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Eyewitness to Revolution
FeaturedForum and Book Launch Eyewitness to Revolution Join us for the book launch of the Concord Museum’s publication Eyewitness to Revolution: The American Revolution Collection at the Concord Museum. Written […]
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1775: A Society on the Brink of War and Revolution
FeaturedWhat challenges did New England society face in 1775, and how did they impact the outbreak of fighting in Concord and Lexington? The Concord Museum, the David Center for the […]
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Patriots’ Day
FeaturedPatriots' Day Free admission (9:00 am – 5:00 pm), including access to the immersive April 19, 1775 galleries to see the original lantern from Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride and the new special exhibition Whose Revolution. A family-friendly encampment of Revolutionary Living History (10:00 am – 5:00 pm). Billerica Colonial Minutemen will drill with muskets, […]
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Doris Kearns Goodwin on the American Revolution and Its Legacy
FeaturedDoris Kearns Goodwin on the American Revolution and Its Legacy Doris Kearns Goodwin, one of the most well-regarded presidential historians of our time, comes to the Concord Museum on the […]
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April School Vacation Week
FeaturedApril School Vacation Week Join a conversation with Martha Washington, a silversmith demonstration, and a program with sailors from the USS Constitution. Monday, April 21 from 10:00 - 11:00 am: A Personal Conversation in Mrs. Washington's Bedchamber Free with Museum Admission. Members Visit Free. Seating is limited and available on a first-come basis. Step back […]
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Claiming Sovereignty: Native Communities and the American Revolution
FeaturedClaiming Sovereignty Elizabeth James-Perry, Aquinnah Wampanoag Culture Bearer and Artist, joins us for a conversation on the experiences of Native communities in the Massachusetts area during the American Revolution. As […]
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The 250th Midnight Ride Celebration
FeaturedThe 250th Midnight Ride Celebration At the Concord Museum | Cocktail Attire Join us for a special evening marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution at the 250th Midnight Ride Celebration. Enjoy an unforgettable night of festive food, entertainment, and dancing as we mark this historic milestone in style and honor Churchill and Janet […]
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Chemacheg Menuhki: Paddle Strong
FeaturedChemacheg Menuhki: Paddle Strong Chemacheg Menuhki: Paddle Strong highlights local Indigenous history and contemporary artistic practices. Co-curated with Brittney Peauwe Wunnepog Walley (Nipmuc), this installation is now on view as […]
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Revisiting the Classics with AI
FeaturedRevisiting the Classics with AI Philosopher John Kaag is joined on stage with fellow “Rebinders” to discuss the first AI-native publishing house that takes original commentary from the leading minds […]