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NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

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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OVERVIEW

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.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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6 in range

Driving times from Minute Man National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

WHEN TO GO

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Minute Man National Historical Park

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THINGS TO DO

Activities

Bookstore and Park StoreFront-Country HikingGuided ToursHikingHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramLiving HistoryShopping
PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

New England weather can be quite unpredictable, so check the regional weather forecasts before you plan your trip. Winters can range in temperature from 20 - 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Summers are quite humid and range in temperature from 60 - 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Beware of ticks as they can be active year round.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do at Minute Man National Historical Park?
Popular activities include Bookstore and Park Store, Front-Country Hiking, Guided Tours, Hiking, Historic Weapons Demonstration, Junior Ranger Program.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Minute Man National Historical Park?
Within about a day's drive you can reach Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site (23 min), Boston African American National Historic Site (28 min), Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site (28 min), Lowell National Historical Park (30 min), Boston National Historical Park (30 min), John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site (30 min).