About 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.
Quick Facts
Operating Hours
The grounds of Minute Man National Historical Park are open daily, sunrise to sunset. Parking lot gates close at sunset.
Activities
Getting There
Minute Man National Historical Park is located just off of I-95, exit 46B (old exit 30B), Rt 2A west, starting in Lexington, then west through Lincoln and into Concord.
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Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Visit the Wayside: Home of Authors, Wed & Sun, July 5 - Sept 5, 2026
Explore this unique home, witness to over 300 years of history! From revolutionary patriots to famous authors, the Wayside has…
Talk with park staff about this incredible home, see Nathaniel Hawthorne’s "sky-parlor" writing space, or explore select rooms of the…
Visit Hartwell Tavern
Hartwell Tavern is a restored 18th century home located along the Battle Road in Minute Man National Historical Park. Hartwell…
If you visit during the operational season, you will have an opportunity to explore the interior of Hartwell Tavern and…
Bike The Battle Road Trail
The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern…
Bicycling the trail is welcome and a great way to enjoy the park. The trail is accessible by several parking…
Patriots Day in Minute Man National Historical Park
Patriots' Day is a state holiday in Massachusetts commemorating the first battle of the American Revolution on April 19, 1775.…
Patriots' Day is a state holiday in Massachusetts commemorating the first battle of the American Revolution on April 19, 1775.…
Junior Ranger Activity at Minute Man NHP
Pick up a Junior Ranger booklet to guide your exploration of the park at Minute Man Visitor Center in Lexington…
Pick up a Junior Ranger booklet to guide your exploration of the park at Minute Man Visitor Center in Lexington…
Hike the Battle Road Trail
The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern…
The Battle Road Trail is 5.5 miles long. It starts at Meriam's Corner in Concord, runs through the town of…
Visitor Centers
Hartwell Tavern
Hartwell Tavern is open seasonally on select dates between June and October each year.
Hours: Hartwell Tavern is typically open June through October. It is closed November through March. It is open for a few special events in April. See our event calendar for details.
Minute Man Visitor Center
Minute Man Visitor Center is located near the eastern entrance of the park just off I-95 on Rt 2A. The visitor center exhibits include a…
Hours: Minute Man Visitor Center is open daily, May 1 - October 31, 2026, 9am - 5pm. In July and August it will be open 9am - 12pm.
North Bridge Visitor Center
The North Bridge Visitor Center will open May 1, 2026 It is located about 500 yards from the North Bridge battle site. Here you can…
Hours: The North Bridge Visitor Center will reopen on May 1, 2026.
The Wayside: Home of Authors
Over more than three hundred years, The Wayside and its families witnessed and influenced both Concord's and America's recorded history. In 1775 the Wayside was…
Hours: The Wayside: Home of Authors is open Wednesdays and Sundays from July 5, 2026 until September 5, 2026.
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