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CANCELED – Patriots’ Day 2024: The Search of the Barrett Farm
04.7.24 @ 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Free
THIS EVENT IS CANCELED DUE TO FLOODING AND A LACK OF AVAILABLE PARKING
Experience Patriots’ Day at Minute Man National Historical Park
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Colonel James Barrett House
1:30 – 4:30 pm
On April 19th, 1775 a contingent of about 120, British Soldiers marched over the North Bridge to Barrett’s farm in search of military arms and supplies. During this open house program explore the interior of this 319 year old home, talk with costumed park staff about military preparations in 1775, and learn the story of Rebeckah Barrett who went toe to toe with the British Soldiers searching her home.
Parking:
Colonel James Barrett House: 448 Barrett’s Mill Road, Concord MA 01742
Photo courtesy of Minute Man National Historical Park via TheHistoryList.com