Minute Man National Historical Park
MA
About Minute Man National Historical Park
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.
Things To Do
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Visit the Wayside: Home of Authors
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.
Concord's North Bridge: History and Memory ~ 11:00am Daily
Meet a Park Ranger at the benches by the North Bridge for this daily 30 minute program. Learn about the momentous battle at Concord’s North Bridge, where the British Army suffered its first casualties of the war, and the legacy of this event in American History.
The Minute Men: Neighbors In Arms ~ 11:00 am & 2:00 pm Thurs, Sat, Sun at Hartwell Tavern
What did it mean to be a minute man in 1775? How were they trained and armed? Join a park ranger at the historic Hartwell Tavern in Concord MA, where militia soldiers engaged British Regulars on their retreat from Concord to Boston. Discover the motivations and realities faced by those who volunteered to be “ready at a minute’s warning.” This program may include a musket firing demonstration. Visitors with hearing issues should exercise caution.
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!
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.
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.
Available Activities
Weather
New England weather can be quite unpredictable, so check the regional weather forecasts before you plan your trip. Winters can range in temperature from 20 - 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Summers are quite humid and range in temperature from 60 - 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Beware of ticks as they can be active year round.
Getting There
Minute Man National Historical Park is located just off of I-95, exit 46B (old exit 30B), Rt 2A west, starting in Lexington, then west through Lincoln and into Concord.
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Minute Man National Historical Park
The grounds of Minute Man National Historical Park are open daily, sunrise to sunset. Parking lot gates close at sunset.
