Concord and surrounding communities are very good about celebrating April 19th; however, there was more to the American Revolution than that critical date. The war lasted for eight years. Join historian Beth van Duzer as she speaks about her research, including finding individuals who fought for Concord during the eight years of the war, who died in service, and where ...
Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America Friday, November 22 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Free for Members | $10 Non-Members | Free Virtual Legal scholar and analyst for MSNBC and NBC News and professor at the University of Michigan Law School, Barbara McQuade, joins us for a conversation on how to identify the ways disinformation is seeping into all ...
The Goodwin Forum, Concord Public Library Main Branch Join Concord public historian, Richard Smith as he tells the story of Thoreau’s civil disobedience and the Reform movements of the 19th Century that made Concord a hotbed for human rights activism. Are Thoreau’s words and actions more powerful and influential than they were in 1849? What is Concord’s legacy of protest? ...
Past, Present, Encore! We are delighted to embark on our second season with Music Director Zeke Fetrow and invite you to join us for a fascinating 2024-2025 season showcasing beloved masterpieces from the classical repertoire, rediscovered gems, and exciting contemporary works. We explore music from the era of Mozart and Beethoven to that of living composers Beal, Kurth, Marquez, and Tarrodi. We welcome back ...
Benjamin Britten’s beloved A Ceremony of Carols, with its magical sequence of carols, is at the heart of the December concert. Our program also features lyrical and inspired seasonal works, including Elaine Hagenberg’s haunting O Come, Emmanuel, David Conte’s lyrical Harper’s Song, and Ed Henderson’s dramatic Huron Carol.
Join us for holiday fellowship and festivities. Latkes, crafts and goody bags to go.
Tickets are now on sale for the Concord Chorus Winter Concert on December 14, at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. This lively performance of seasonal pieces highlights the continued friendship of former enemies in recognition of the “Concord 250” celebration of the American Revolution. The concert will showcase beautiful music by British and American composers; the repertoire includes works by ...
At this January 17 meeting, important information for April 19 weekend will be shared with local businesses. Please join us and hear important updates and plans for the Concord250 events for the 250th Celebration on April 19, 2025 weekend. RSVP here Co-sponsored by the Concord Chamber of Commerce, Concord250 Community Participation Subcommittee, and Wright Tavern Legacy Trust.
Join the MUSIC MAKES ME HAPPY Chorus in exploring Concord’s role in the Abolition era and the Underground Railroad. Sing the spirituals that guided enslaved people to freedom and hear stories of brave Concordians like the Thoreau and Alcott families. Songs include: Go Down, Moses; Follow the Drinking Gourd; Swing Low; Swing Chariot; others. Guest Speaker: Richard Smith has worked ...
Hobson Woodward, Adams Family Correspondence Series Editor for the Adams Papers Editorial Project at the Massachusetts Historical Society, will explore the life and times of Abigail Adams through her letters and the correspondence of family and friends. Abigail’s experience of the Battle of Bunker Hill will be the initial focus, and then explore her life as a revolutionary patriot, European ...
In March 2025 we will present American Heritage concerts as part of Concord’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, featuring Concord native Richard Sebring, principal French horn with the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a new work we’ve commissioned by composer Jeff Beal for the occasion. We look forward to seeing you this season! Bring the whole family; youth attendance is free. Visit our website for ...