2017 - Concord, MA

DAY 1

We started out at the Minuteman Visitor Center where we saw a fantastic presentation about the “Shot Heard Round the World.” The story is compelling, but the use of maps to show the battle along Lexington Road was intriguing and informative.

From there we went to Hartwell Tavern, where John Hancock and Paul Revere met for drinks.

We ended our Minuteman tour at The Old North Bridge where “The Shot Heard Round the World” occurred.

We left the late 1700s and drove to Sleepy Hollow Cemetery where we visited the graves of 1800s authors (Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Louisa May Alcott) — all from Concord.

Next up was The Orchard House — the home of Louisa May Alcott. This tour was impressive, and I highly recommend it for all lovers of LITTLE WOMEN.

After coming home for an AMAZING dinner prepared by Lis, we went out to see some Scottish singers/dancers at the local Umbrella Theatre

DAY 2

We enjoyed the morning at the Martin house — relaxing, talking, and waiting for Keith to arrive. Once he was settled into the office to finish out an afternoon of work, Lis, Harriet, and I hiked around Walden Pond. I absolutely LOVED this hike and the history of the areas. For dinner, we were treated to an amazing evening at the home of Jennifer & Wilson (friends of the Martins).

DAY 3

Today we went into Boston to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library. It is an amazing space that highlights the true intelligence and sense of service to the public that has imbued the character of nearly every U.S. President. We ended the evening with the most delicious seafood soup/stew that I’ve ever had (made by Lis).

DAY 4

Today’s excursions were, (1) MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS (boston museum of fine arts — one of our favorites), and (2) an escape room. We had a blast at both locations, then ended the evening with dinner at Woods Hill Table in Concord, MA.

Overall, this was my perfect get-a-way: rich in history, lots of fun, and — best of all — with friends.