Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Meriam’s Corner, Concord
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join National Park Rangers for an immersive 5-mile guided Battle Road trail hike. From Meriam’s Corner to Fiske Hill, follow in the footsteps of the ill-fated British column during the 248th anniversary of the Concord expedition. This experiential program will bring the stories of the battle road to life through guided interpretation and immersive Living History elements. Learn about the trials and triumphs of those who experienced the bloody events of April 19, 1775.

Registration will open on March 25, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., please check the Friends of Minute Man Page here for a registration link.

Program Logistics:

• Program begins at 12:00. Conclusion at approximately 5:00 p.m. at Fiske Hill in Lexington, Massachusetts. Once registered, participants will receive additional details in a confirmation email.
• This program is free of charge, although registration is required if you would like to reserve a limited seat on the post-program shuttle bus returning participants from Fiske Hill to Meriam’s Corner.
• Be advised this program will be an expansive hike over 5-miles of Battle Road Trail on undulating terrain. Sturdy walking shoes/ equipment, weather appropriate clothing, and water are recommended. Park comfort stations at Meriam’s Corner, Hartwell Tavern, and the Minute Man Visitor center will be open.
• Be advised bug spray is recommended
• Be advised this program will feature musket fire along with other immersive living history elements.
• Dogs are not permitted on this tour.

Parking:
Parking passes for the Meriam’s Corner Lot will be provided to only pre-registered participants.

For those not registered on the shuttle bus, all other Minute Man NHP lots will be available. Be aware those not registered for the shuttle will be responsible for returning to their own vehicles. The distance from the Wood Street lot on Fiske Hill to Meriam’s Corner is approximately 5 Miles, one direction.

This event is co-sponsored by Minute Man National Historical Park, Friends of Minute Man, Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area, Middlesex Savings Bank, and Tough Ruck.

Photo courtesy of the Friends of Minute Man National Park