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Minute Man National Historical Park
National Historical Park · MA
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the American revolutionary spirit through the writings of the Concord authors.
Official NPS page →Entrance Fees
This park is fee-free.
Upcoming Events
Concord's North Bridge: History and Memory
Aug 31, 2026 · The program meets at the eastern bank of Concord's North Bridge which is around 400 feet from the North Bridge parking lot located along Monument Street. There is a crosswalk connecting the bridge trail to the parking lot. The program can be accessed via a wide dirt walking trail. The trail is leveled and has a slight slope leading down to the bridge. There are sitting bench options both at the program location and located along the trail. Some program guides may move from one side of the bri
Wayside House Open
Sep 2, 2026 · Parking located at 28 Hawthorne Lane, Concord, Ma 01742
The Minute Men: Neighbors in Arms
Sep 3, 2026 · The program takes place at the Hartwell Tavern which is located on the Battle Road Trail in Lincoln. The parking area is off of Rt.2A, approximately 1.5 miles west of the I-95/Rt128 ramp.
Wayside House & Visitor Center Open
Sep 5, 2026 · Parking located at 28 Hawthorne Lane, Concord, Ma 01742
Stark Mad Abolitionists; Concord and The Underground Railroad
Sep 5, 2026 · The Wayside Home of Authors
Emerging Liberty: US Mint semi-quincentennial dime celebration
Sep 9, 2026 · North Bridge visitor Center, 174 Liberty Street, Concord, Massachusetts
Memories of Elm Brook Hill
Sep 13, 2026 · Meet at Hartwell Tavern
The King of Battle: Artillery in the American Revolution
Sep 26, 2026 · Hartwell Tavern, 112 North Great Road, Lincoln MA
The Minute Men: Neighbors in Arms
Sep 27, 2026 · The program takes place at the Hartwell Tavern which is located on the Battle Road Trail in Lincoln. The parking area is off of Rt.2A, approximately 1.5 miles west of the I-95/Rt128 ramp.
Things to Do
Bike The Battle Road Trail
The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern boundary of the park in Lexington. Much of the trail follows the original 1775 road remnants: Where thousands of Colonial Militia and British Regulars fought a bloody engagement on April 19, 1775. Bicycling the trail is welcome and a great way to enjoy the park. The trail is accessible by several parking areas along Route 2A and Lexington Road.
Hike the Battle Road Trail
The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern boundary of the park in Lexington. Much of the trail follows the original remnants of the Battle Road: Where thousands of Colonial Militia and British Regulars fought a bloody engagement on April 19, 1775. In some areas the trail leaves the historic road to follow the route of the Minute Men traversing farming fields, wetlands, and forests.
Junior Ranger Activity at Minute Man NHP
Pick up a Junior Ranger booklet to guide your exploration of the park at Minute Man Visitor Center in Lexington or North Bridge Visitor Center in Concord. Complete the activities as you visit different sites in the park. Before you leave, show your work to a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center to get your Junior Ranger badge! Note; booklets are only available at the park; we are unable to mail them. Before you leave the park, be sure to get your badge!
Patriots Day in Minute Man National Historical Park
Patriots' Day is a state holiday in Massachusetts commemorating the first battle of the American Revolution on April 19, 1775. Although Patriots' Day occurs annually on the third Monday of April, Minute Man National Historical Park host special programs and events throughout the month. The following is a schedule of our signature Patriots' Day events.
Visit Hartwell Tavern
Hartwell Tavern is a restored 18th century home located along the Battle Road in Minute Man National Historical Park. Hartwell Tavern is open in June and July 2025 Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. August 2025 hours will be announced soon!
Visit the Wayside: Home of Authors, Wed & Sun, July 5 - Sept 5, 2026
Explore this unique home, witness to over 300 years of history! From revolutionary patriots to famous authors, the Wayside has played host to many influential thinkers in American History. Guided tours at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 pm.
Visitor Centers
- Hartwell Tavern
- Minute Man Visitor Center
- North Bridge Visitor Center
- The Wayside: Home of Authors
Source: National Park Service.