“A Rebel Town: Groton’s Revolutionary War Sites” is an immersive audio walking tour created by the Destination Groton Committee to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution.

Local historian Joshua Vollmar researched, wrote and will be your guide on the tour as you explore Groton, Massachusetts — a town whose rich history was pivotal during America’s struggle for independence. Groton stood prominently as a community where ordinary citizens, including minutemen ready to march at a moment’s notice under the leadership of Colonel William Prescott, courageous women who guarded against British spies, and Black residents seeking freedom, actively shaped history. Colonel Prescott played a critical role in leading local minutemen, notably commanding American forces at the iconic Battle of Bunker Hill.

This free, self-guided tour includes 16 stops: the first 10 are easily accessible on foot within Groton’s town center, while the final 6 stops are best reached by car or bike, though a few are within a 10-minute walk from the center. Each stop includes a brief, informative audio segment lasting 4 to 5 minutes, and while you of course can listen at your own pace, the entire tour can be comfortably completed in under two hours.

For your convenience, each location has a dedicated Google Map link, allowing you to effortlessly obtain walking or driving directions right on your mobile device. Start scrolling down below and enjoy discovering how this small New England town played a crucial role in shaping the history of the United States.

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DATE & Time: The tour can be experienced on site in person in Groton or virtually.

LOCATION: Groton, MA 01450

This program is offered by Destination Groton as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!