Join historian Richard Smith on Patriot’s Day 2025, for an entertaining and educational look at Concord’s two revolutions: the Revolutionary War and the Revolution of early American writers: the spiritual, literary and intellectual movement which became known as Transcendentalism. Richard will speak about Concord in the 18th and 19th centuries, the two revolutions that started here, and the repercussions from those events that are still felt today.

Co-sponsored by the Friends of Walden Pond and Concord 250. Regular parking fees apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reasonable accommodations upon advanced request. Info: (978) 405-2082.

This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary.