British Grenadier fires his musket::British Grenadier
A column of British soldiers march over the wooden North Bridge in Concord.
A column of Militia soldiers march down the dirt road surrounded by trees

North Bridge Battle Commemoration

Minute Man National Historical Park

Special Event
  • Apr 15, 2024 at 8:30 AM
  • Free

April 15, 2024
North Bridge, Concord
8:30 a.m.

Commemorate Patriot's Day with a dramatic tactical demonstration involving Colonial minute men, British regulars, and musket fire, marking the "shot heard round the world." Viewing areas are available near the Monument Street entrance of the North Bridge and on the high ground near Liberty Street. During the tactical demonstration movement between the viewing areas will be restricted for visitor safety.

Parking: The roads in Concord close at 8:30 a.m. so please arrive early.
North Bridge Visitor Center: 174 Liberty Street, Concord, Ma
North Bridge Parking Lot: 280 Monument Street, Concord, Ma

More information

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

North Bridge, Concord. Be advised the roads in Concord close at 8:30 a.m. and remain closed until following the town parade.

Latitude and Longitude 42.469120, -71.350290

Schedule

Date:

Apr 15, 2024

Time:

8:30 AM

Duration:

1 hour

The roads in Concord close at 8:30 a.m. so please arrive early.

Contact Information

Minute Man NHP Division of Interpretation and Education
9783187825
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Event Type

  • Living History
  • Other
Tags: north bridge, redcoats, minute men, militia, parade, anniversary, shot heard around the world, minute man national historical park, lexington and concord, american revolution