Experience Patriots’ Day at Minute Man National Historical Park

Saturday, April 15, 2023
Hartwell Tavern and Captain William Smith House

“Trepidation, Fever and Rushing to Arms” ~ 11:15 am

Captain William Smith House
11:15 am (30 Minutes)

Join living historians at the Captain William Smith house for a program about the civilian experience of April 19, 1775. See alarm riders in action, militia marching to the scene of battle, and civilians preparing to leave home. During this 30-minute program, the Ladies Association of Revolutionary America will tell the stories of the common people who experienced the horrors of war first-hand.

Hartwell Tavern and Captain William Smith Open House

Hartwell open 9:30 – 11:00 am
Smith House open 9:30 – 11:45 am
If you had to leave your home in a hurry, uncertain of your return, what would you take with you? Learn about the local civilians who struggled to save their families and belongings from the path of war on April 19, 1775.

Event Parking will be available at:

Hartwell Tavern Parking Area, 112 North Great Road, Lincoln, Ma.
Minute Man Visitor Center Parking Lot, 210 North Great Road, Lincoln, Ma.

*Note, those who park near Hartwell Tavern should anticipate a one-way walk of 1.5 Miles to reach Minute Man Visitor Center and the tactical demonstration area.*

Photo courtesy of Minute Man National Historical Park via TheHistoryList.com