On September 2, 2024, Concord, Lexington, Boston, and other towns will celebrate the 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour of America. Here is a description of the purpose and plans for this opportunity to recognize this major event as an integral part of the 250th celebrations of the start of the American War for Independence. […]
“Exploring Democracy – Our Rights and Our Responsibilities” In October 1774, the political conflict between Great Britain and Massachusetts reached a crisis. Parliament enacted the “Intolerable Acts” to punish the province for the Tea Party, and they revoked the charter of 1691 by which the popularly elected House of Representatives joined with the Council and […]
Throughout February and March of 1775, the people of Massachusetts were preparing for war. The Provincial Congress organized a network of intelligence to monitor the British Army and the military supplies throughout the province. Aware of the rebel operations, the British Army conducted military intelligence missions into the Massachusetts countryside. These efforts would see moments […]
Experience the Wright Tavern on a Self Guided Tour. There will be narrators sharing stories and history with visitors in each of the rooms of this very historic "witness house". This will be an opportunity for you to travel back in time and learn about the events and experiences of this iconic building. A fine […]
1775: When Resistance Becomes Revolution 2:00pm - 3:00pm "John Adams said that the American Revolution was accomplished before a drop of blood was spilled at Lexington Green. But the War, which began on April 19, 1775, would change the cause of liberty and challenge the Patriots' conception of the struggle. What happened after April 19?" […]
Experience the Wright Tavern on a Self Guided Tour. There will be narrators sharing stories and history with visitors in each of the rooms of this very historic "witness house". This will be an opportunity for you to travel back in time and learn about the events and experiences of this iconic building. A fine […]
Experience the Wright Tavern on a Self Guided Tour. There will be narrators sharing stories and history with visitors in each of the rooms of this very historic "witness house". This will be an opportunity for you to travel back in time and learn about the events and experiences of this iconic building. A fine […]
Beer garden to celebrate and support The Robbins House in Concord. Join us for a Beer Fest on Saturday June 7 from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM. This event has an entry fee of $10 which will grant you entry to the beer garden and a self-guided tour of the Wright Tavern. The money from […]