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    The Fall Issue is Here!

    It’s Fall - time to venture out and explore the places, people, and stories that make this region so special. Begin by planning a day out with our special insert, “An Apple Picking Road Trip.” Our second special guide invites you to spend a day exploring West Concord. Discover the fascinating lives Henry David Thoreau lived after leaving Walden Pond and encounter a possible Hawthorne family curse, a forgotten Yankee hero, and Ruth Robinson Wheeler. And of course, concerts, exhibitions, festivals, walks, talks, and family activities await you throughout the season. Turn to “Things to See & Do this Fall” and “Arts Around Town” for all the details. Happy fall.
    September 18, 2026
  • Things to See & Do

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    19 Things to Do This Fall

    Autumn is filled with amazing things to do this year! Here are 19 of them that you won't want to miss.
    September 18, 2026
  • Concord Writers

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    When Thoreau Left Walden Pond: Several More Lives to Live

    I left the woods for as good a reason as I went there. Perhaps it seemed to me that I had several more lives to...
    September 18, 2026
  • Concord History

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    The Legend of the Baldwin Apple

    So revered is the Baldwin apple that Massachusetts has not one but two monuments to the bright-red winter...
    September 18, 2026

Fall Migration Bird Walk

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    Fall Migration Bird Walk

    Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary

    Step into the vibrant fall landscape of Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary, where mixed forests, open meadows, and riverside habitat create a haven for migrating birds. Take a leisurely guided walk through the sanctuary to look for woodpeckers and warblers flitting through the …

American Revolution

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    The Fate of Nathaniel Tracy and the Yankee Hero

    A common misconception among historians and the public is that Massachusetts privateers engaged in “lawful piracy,” operating indiscriminately with unseaworthy...
    September 18, 2026
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    The Enduring Legacy of Community

    Over the past two years, I have collaborated with communities, museums, historical organizations, and heritage sites to plan commemorative events that illuminate...
    September 18, 2026
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    A Referendum on Independence

    The road to American independence took time to complete, and Massachusetts, despite its reputation as a vanguard state, was not always in the lead. In 1775, even...
    June 30, 2026

Featured Events

  • September 19 2026

    Minute Man March

    Minute Man Arc is hosting its 22nd annual Minute Man March! The one-mile, inclusive walk through Concord Center raises funds and awareness each year for the nonprofit’s life-changing programs supporting over 1,400 adults and children with disabilities in Middlesex County. An outdoor celebration will have food, music, silent auction prizes, and activities for all ages.


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  • September 25 - November 8 2026

    Bat Boy: The Musical

    Half-bat, half-boy, ripped from the tabloid headlines, and thrust into the spotlight! In this camp horror comedy, a misunderstood monster seeks a place to belong. Taken in by a veterinarian, endeared to his adopted sister Shelly, and reviled by the locals, mild-mannered “Edgar” searches fiercely for a place he can truly be himself. Set to an eclectic pop-rock score by Laurence O'Keefe (Legally Blonde, Heathers the Musical), Edgar’s wild journey is a hilarious satire and an offbeat fable for the outsider in all of us.

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  • September 26 2026

    2026 Annual River Cleanup

    Join the OARS Team and community members from across the watershed for a day of impact. Gather at your chosen site along one of our three rivers with your OARS staff and board site leaders to pick up trash and debris, restoring habitats and supporting safe access to our waterways. Cleanup equipment will be provided by OARS. All volunteers must register in advance and sign a volunteer waiver to participate.

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  • September 26 - September 27 2026

    Native American Jewelry and Craft Show

    In conjunction with their 15th anniversary, Artisans Way in Concord Center will be hosting Diane Whitman of Sandia East over the weekend of Sept 26-27 for a show and sale of Native American jewelry and craft. Through her more than 35 years in the Native American jewelry business, Whitman has established relationships with artisans from various tribes and pueblos in New Mexico. She travels to the Southwest several times a year to hand-select hundreds of pieces of jewelry, accessories, and pottery and has been the exclusive source of Native American craft for Artisans Way since its opening in Concord in 2011.

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  • September 26 2026

    Shindig, The Food Project's Harvest Festival Fundraiser

    Celebrate the harvest with The Food Project! Join us for Shindig, our intergenerational Harvest Festival Fundraiser, full of music, dancing, delicious food, a beer and cider garden, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, and more! Enjoy a fun fall afternoon on the farm while empowering young people to make changes in their community by building a sustainable food system.

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Concord History

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    Discover West Concord

    Discover West Concord and find surprises on every corner. From great food to eclectic shops, activities for kids, the arts, and more. West Concord has so much to...
    September 18, 2026
  • West Concord: A Village in Motion

    West Concord has never been a place that stood still. Its identity has been shaped and reshaped by the Assabet River, mills and factories, railroads, a prison,...
    September 18, 2026
  • Ruth Robinson Wheeler: In Love with Concord

    Like Ruth Robinson Wheeler, I moved to Concord from Watertown, Massachusetts, and became devoted to learning and sharing the history of my adopted town. Unlike Ruth...
    September 18, 2026
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    The Iron String: A Thought on America250

    Many years ago, I studied the ancient bardic tradition in Scotland with one of the last living bards. To be a true bard would have meant a lifetime of study, and my...
    September 18, 2026
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    America at 250: I Celebrate Bygones

    The abolitionists of the 19th century valued, revered, and lived by the words of the Declaration of Independence. The proclamation “We hold these truths to be...
    September 18, 2026

Arts & Culture

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    Arts Around Town Volume 8 Issue 3

    Discover the arts this fall and enjoy a season of music, dance, theatre, and more.
    September 18, 2026
  • Artist Spotlight Fall 2026

    In this series, we highlight the many gifted artists who contribute to the deep creative culture of Concord and recognize the organizations dedicated to supporting...
    September 18, 2026
  • Arts Around Town

    The arts are flourishing in Concord this summer! Whether you're passionate about music, visual arts, or theatre, you're sure to find your summer inspiration here.
    July 1, 2026
  • Whimsy to Take Root in West Concord

    Something whimsical is coming to West Concord—and soon visitors to Junction Park will be greeted by a fanciful new sculpture designed to spark curiosity,...
    June 30, 2026
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    A Season of Sound in West Concord

    This spring, visitors wandering through the West Concord Cultural District may have stumbled upon something unexpected: the sound of jazz drifting from a pop-up...
    June 30, 2026
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    Artist Spotlight Summer 2026

    Meet two of Concord's extraordinary artists, Brenda Cirioni and Natasha Dikareva, and discover what inspires them to create paintings and sculptures that inspire.
    June 30, 2026

Visiting Concord Soon?

RESERVE A TIME NOW

Plan ahead and reserve a timed-entry ticket to see the Louisa May Alcott Orchard House!

Welcome to “The Home of Little Women”…and so much more!   

Visiting Concord Soon?

RESERVE A TIME NOW

Plan ahead and reserve a timed-entry ticket to see the Louisa May Alcott Orchard House!

Welcome to “The Home of Little Women”…and so much more!   

Concord Writers

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    Blood to Drink & Ships to Sink: Did Nathaniel Hawthorne Pass on a Family Curse?

    Your palm is crossed by unique flowing lines that fortune tellers link to your fate. But what if that fate passed through your hand to someone else? In a poem he...
    September 18, 2026
  • A Tale of Two Authors: Charles Dickens’ Influence on Louisa May Alcott

    Imagine admiring an author while you are growing up and then ending up in the same stratosphere of success as them. That is what happened to Louisa May Alcott, who...
    June 30, 2026
  • The Alcott Archives: A Door to Discovery and Joy

    At the library’s public unveiling of the collections on March 28, 2026, renowned Alcott scholar Daniel Shealy observed that the new holdings encompass “numerous...
    June 30, 2026
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    A Hawthorne Homecoming

    Two white horses pulled the hearse into Concord’s Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, a top-hatted driver at the reins. A band of mourners followed on foot as they made their...
    June 30, 2026
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    THE THOREAU ALLIANCE: Championing Thoreau’s Legacy

    More than 160 years after his death, Henry David Thoreau remains one of Concord’s most influential voices. His writings on nature, conscience, simplicity, and...
    June 30, 2026
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Things to See & Do

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    An Apple Picking Road Trip in the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area

    Traditions. Each season has them. Picking apples is one quintessential fall activity that never grows old. There is something magical and exhilarating about walking...
    September 18, 2026
  • Apple Slump: An Orchard House Classic

    The Orchard House recipe for apple slump calls for tart apples baked with brown sugar and spices beneath a buttery, cake-like topping. Served warm or cooled, it can...
    September 18, 2026
  • 22 Things to See & Do in Concord This Summer

    Discover what's happening in and around Concord this summer!
    June 30, 2026
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    Summer’s Awakening in Concord

    The start of summer is a wonderful time of year here in Concord, with vegetation flourishing, birds and wildlife busily thriving, and warm, comfortable days...
    June 30, 2026
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    Historic Concord: Plan Your Visit - Summer 2026

    Step into history as you explore Concord’s many remarkable sites. From Revolutionary War landmarks to literary treasures, there’s something for everyone to...
    June 30, 2026
  • Fall 2026

    Fall 2026

    September 18, 2026
  • Summer 2026

    Summer 2026

    July 1, 2026
  • Spring 2026

    Spring 2026

    April 6, 2026
  • Discover the Battle Road

    Discover the Battle Road

    January 1, 2026
  • 2025 Guide to Holiday Gift Giving

    2025 Guide to Holiday Gift Giving

    November 7, 2025

Parks & Nature

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    A Colorful Concord Autumn

    Fall is a lovely and comfortable season, with cooler and drier days and, of course, the obvious colors of brilliant, beautiful foliage. We even have many flowers...
    September 18, 2026
  • An Open Space for Generations: Heywood Meadow

    Heywood Meadow is a preserved space for all ages to enjoy. The protected land is not a park, but rather serves as a historic cultural spot that connects several...
    June 30, 2026
  • Signs of Spring Everywhere

    As spring approaches, we, along with much of the wildlife, look forward to its changes: fresh green leaves, blooming flowers, fruit tree blossoms, and more. The...
    April 3, 2026
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    Nature’s Gifts

    No matter the season, nature has something to offer—but fall, with its vibrant colors and crisp air, is especially stunning. Nature is full of things to see, smell,...
    September 4, 2025
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    Painted Leaves

    “October is the month for painted leaves,” Henry Thoreau wrote in 1860. “Their rich glow now flashes round the world.” And while it’s true that other parts of the...
    September 4, 2025
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