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Minute Man National Historical Park The North Bridge, Concord MA.
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A Revolution begins - A Nation is born.

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.

 
Visitors listening to a costumed Ranger at Hartwell Tavern

Things To Do

There's a lot to see and do at Minute Man National Historical Park. Click the "Things To Do" link for a complete listing of Park sites, daily Ranger programs and special events.

 
Ranger firing a musket

Plan A Field Trip

Plan A Field Trip
Visiting Minute Man National Historical Park with your students links classroom lessons with valuable field experiences. We currently offer education programs for students of all ages, designed to align with current Massachusetts curriculum standards.We also have many self-guided options for you to explore.

 
 

Write to

Minute Man National Historical Park
174 Liberty St.
Concord, MA 01742

Phone

Park Head Quarters
(978) 369-6993

Fax

(978) 318-7800

Climate

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.
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Confederate artillerists on Marye's Heights

Did You Know?
Burnside's objective in attacking Marye's Heights is unknown. His orders simply state, "Push a column of a division or more along the Plank and Telegraph roads, with a view to seizing the heights in the rear of the town."

Last Updated: August 27, 2010 at 08:08 EST