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Wright Tavern
Welcome to the Wright Tavern!
Our vision for the Wright Tavern is to create a gathering place, an educational center for meetings, events and reenactments, where refreshments can be enjoyed and one can become immersed in the history of the Wright Tavern.
In the center of Concord, Massachusetts, stands a building that was built in 1747 and has witnessed significant events in the founding and progress of the United States. Today, we have completed major structural repairs and stabilization project. While there are many more improvements needed for the building, it is now “Open for Visitors.”
The project to repair, restore, renovate and manage the Wright Tavern for the public is being led by the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust. First Parish in Concord currently owns the building. The Trust is an independent, non-profit trust that has leased the building from First Parish and is leading the effort described below. We, the Trust, seek your support to help us realize our vision and aspirations for this building and enable the Wright Tavern to take its rightful place in telling the stories of Concord’s history and the founding of the United States. Our vision and plans are to create the Wright Tavern into an active gathering place and tavern operating within an interactive museum.
The building is open for guided tours and for meeting space rentals. You can contact the Concord Visitor’s Center and schedule a tour of the Tavern. You may also contact us if you are interested in hosting a meeting, event, celebration or a special tour for your group. See the Contact page to get in touch with us or reach out at info@wrighttavern.org.
When you think of a place to get together with friends, remember what people said in Colonial America:
“Let’s meet at the Wright Tavern.”
April 12, April 18, April 19
11:00am - 6:00pm
Experience the Wright Tavern on a Self Guided Tour. There will be narrators sharing stories and history with visitors in each of the rooms of this very historic "witness house".
This will be an opportunity for you to travel back in time and learn about the events and experiences of this iconic building.
Daily Tours
The Wright Tavern is offering guided tours for small groups and families who want to learn more about its history and experience a place where people like you witnessed major historical events. The tour will last for 1 hour and will be lead by a professional, engaging guide, who will take you back in time. Come learn about the arc of history seen by this building and hear the stories it has to tell.
Cost for the Tour:
$12.00 per adult
$10.00 for seniors (over 65) and students (aged 10 - 21)
*free for children under 10
Wright Tavern now open for Event Rentals
The Wright Tavern is both a historic museum and a meeting place. Within this historic building, you can rent space that fits your needs at a time that works for you. Contact myevent@wrighttavern.org if you are interested in renting this historic space for your event.
Upcoming events
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1775: When Resistance becomes Revolution
Sunday April 13, 2025
2:00pm - 3:00pm
"John Adams said that the American Revolution was accomplished before a drop of blood was spilled at Lexington Green. But the War, which began on April 19, 1775, would change the cause of liberty and challenge the Patriots' conception of the struggle. What happened after April 19?"
Join us at The Wright Tavern to learn more. Sunday, April 13. 2:00-3:00pm Seating is limited. Register on eventbrite using the link below for a seat or a zoom link.
Robert J. Allison, PhD, historian, author, president of the Colonial Society, Professor of History at Suffolk University, and Chair of Rev250 will be speaking.
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“What a Wonderful World” One-Day Choir
Thursday April 17, 2025
7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Armory, 91 Everett St, Concord, MA
Kenter Davies is a vocal arranger, music educator, and choral facilitator based in Brooklyn, New York. He dedicates his work to creating spaces where people can engage with music free from the pressure of perfection, but full of complexity and joy. He highlights the journey over the destination and firmly believes in making music for music-making’s sake.
Kenter facilitates One Day Choirs and other music events with the NYC-based creative community, Gaia Music Collective. He has led One-DayChoirs all across the country, celebrating the magic that diversity brings to group song.
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“Lean On Me” One-Day Choir at the 250th Celebration Block Party
Patriot’s Day - Saturday April 19, 2025
2:00pm- 4:00pm or immediately following the parade
Masonic Hall, 58 Monument Square, Concord, MA
Kenter Davies is a vocal arranger, music educator, and choral facilitator based in Brooklyn, New York. He dedicates his work to creating spaces where people can engage with music free from the pressure of perfection, but full of complexity and joy. He highlights the journey over the destination and firmly believes in making music for music-making’s sake.
Kenter facilitates One Day Choirs and other music events with the NYC-based creative community, Gaia Music Collective. He has led One-DayChoirs all across the country, celebrating the magic that diversity brings to group song.
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Self Guided Tours of the Wright Tavern
April 12, April 18, April 19
11:00am - 6:00pm
Experience the Wright Tavern on a Self Guided Tour. There will be narrators sharing stories and history with visitors in each of the rooms of this very historic "witness house".
This will be an opportunity for you to travel back in time and learn about the events and experiences of this iconic building.
A fine exampleof Georgian architecture, the Wright Tavern was built in 1747. The building has lived many lives and been used for many purposes. Particularly noteworthy was the central role it came to play in the unfolding of the American Revolution during the critical period of 1774-1775.
Come see the newly restored and newly reopened Wright Tavern today. As you stand within this building, forever positioned at the forefront of our nation’s history, listen for the footsteps of Redcoats and Revolutionaries alike.
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The Wright Tavern in the Media
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Concord Welcomes Lafayette Back after 200 Years
Concord Bridge Article detailing the reenactment of Lafayette's visit to Concord with incredible pictures of the event.
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Lafayette In Massachusetts 1824 and 2024
Lafayette In Massachusetts 1824 and 2024 by Peter Reilly a detailed article of Lafeyette’s tour from The Gazette of the American Friends of Lafayette
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Interview with Tom Wilson on the Wright Tavern and REV250 Celebrations by Bob Allison
Join Professor Bob Allison (Suffolk University Chair of the Department of History, Language and Global Culture) and Tom Wilson of the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust as they discuss the work to save and restore this historic building.
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Brief History of the Wright Tavern by Minuteman National Park Ranger, Jim Hollister. Our Tangible Past: Preparing for War - Wright Tavern and the Committees of Safety and Supplies
Go inside the historic Wright Tavern in downtown Concord, MA and learn about the important discussions and plans that were made there in the weeks leading up to the outbreak of war on April 19, 1775!
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Brief History of the Town of Concord
A brief history of the town of Concord, MA.
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Trust receives $130,000 grant toward Wright Tavern restoration
The Wright Tavern Legacy Trust has received a $130,000 grant from the Ruby W. and LaVon P. Linn Foundation toward restoration of the Wright Tavern, the rendezvous point for the Minutemen on April 19, 1775.
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The Wright Tavern Reveals It's Historic Roots
An overview of the historic roots of the Wright Tavern written by Tom Wilson for Discover Concord.
Looking for more information on the Wright Tavern and it’s history…