For a small town, Concord has a big history. From the “shot heard round the world”, to the writers of the American literary renaissance, things have happened here, words have been spoken here, and books have been written here that changed the face of a nation. 

The Concord Museum is home to an inspiring collection of historical, literary, and decorative arts treasures, including one of the famous Paul Revere lanterns; personal objects of America’s most well-known writers and thinkers, Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson; objects from the American Revolution; and more!

The Museum offers a wide variety of exciting, educational, and inspiring programs for adults, children, and families. These activities are a cornerstone of the Museum’s community commitment and touch the lives of thousands from the Greater Boston area and beyond. Public programs include forums, living history demonstrations, walking tours, gallery conversations, hands-on history, and more!

Please visit the Concord Museum's website to plan your visit or contact the Museum directly - (978) 369-9763, info@concordmuseum.org - with questions.