Patriots' Day 2016: Sunday Events in Concord and Beyond

Photo Credit: Joe Lipovich, Patch Staff

CONCORD, MA—Patriots' Day Weekend is upon us!

Concord residents, as well as the rest of the Commonwealth; will attend battle re-enactments, parades and other events commemorating the opening battle of the American Revolutionary War. The weekend culminates with the Patriots' Day Parade, but Saturday and Sunday will be jam-packed with events around the region.

Here are some events going on Sunday in and around Concord, courtesy of the National Parks Service.

Warlike Preparations and the Search of Barrett Farm
Col. James Barrett House, 455 Barrett's Mill Rd., Concord
Open House 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
British search the house 3:00 p.m.

In 1775, Col. James Barrett of Concord was responsible for all the military supplies in town. On April 19th he and his family found themselves in the middle of a storm of activity and danger as British soldiers occupied the town of Concord and even searched the Barrett family home!. Visit the Barrett House and learn about the military preparations that helped launch the colonies into the Revolutionary War. At 3:00 be a witness to history as a force of British regulars arrive and search the house!

Revolutionary Dogs: "Paws for the Cause!" at Minute Man Visitor Center
Rte. 2A, Lexington
2:00 p.m. 45 minutes in length
Join Park Ranger Roger Fuller and his pug, Cricket, in a forty-five minute walk on the Battle Road to explore the lives of dogs in colonial America, and in the Revolution. The tour starts at Minute Man Visitor Center and goes to Paul Revere Capture Site, about half a mile, with four stops along the way. The walk is open to all. You are welcome to bring along your well-behaved, friendly dog, too.

Parker's Revenge Project: Uncovering History with Modern Technology
At Concord Museum, 200 Lexington Rd., Concord
5:00 p.m.
Concord Museum Curator, David Wood, and Park Ranger Jim Hollister, joined by archaeologist Meg Watters will share insights into the Parker's Revenge archaeological investigation through objects, technology and history. Battle-related museum artifacts, archaeological equipment and military accouterments will be on display. www.concordmuseum.org