National Historical Park · MA

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.

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Located on Battle Road, the Smith House was home of Captain John Smith of the Lincoln Militia.
The Smith House is a witness to the days events of April 19, 1775.
A park ranger stands in front of a stone obelisk monument pointing and talking to visitors
Guided Talks & Walks at Minute Man
A small cannon fires a large blast of flame.
History comes alive!
A narrow dirt track runs through green fields shaded by large trees.
Walk in the footsteps of history
A large mansion house made of wood with wrap around porch and tower room. Surrounded by large trees
The Wayside: Home of Authors
A three story brick mansion house with paved walkway leading to door. Green bushes flank both sides.
North Bridge Visitor Center
A wooden bridge spans the Concord river as people walk and canoe paddlers gluide under the bridge
North Bridge, Concord Massachusetts
British soldiers marching together over the a wooden bridge. A stone monument towers behind.
British Soldiers on the move
An open field with trees and stone wall. British soldiers in red coats march in the distance.
British Regulars on Battle Road
A group of militia soldiers standing shoulder to shoulder with muskets march down a dirt road.
Minute Men
A woman in 1770's clothing stands behind a table filled with materials for printing newspapers.
Learn about the lives of the women who lived, worked, and participated in the American Revolution!
A bronze statue of a minute man stands with musket and plow
The Minute Man Statue

Activities

  • Guided Tours
  • Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Living History
  • Historic Weapons Demonstration
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store