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National Historical Park · Massachusetts

Minute Man National Historical Park

National Historical Park in Massachusetts. No entrance fee. 1 hikes listed.

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TypeNational Historical Park
StateMassachusetts
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkAcadia (203 mi)
Closest airportBED (1 mi)
The state of the Minute man stands atop a stone base. The wooden North Bridge is seen in the distanc
The Minute Man Statue Photo: NPS

Minute Man National Historical Park is a national historical park run by the National Park Service in Massachusetts.

In the park service’s words

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.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Things to do

  • Guided Tours & Special Programs (30 to 120 Minutes): Minute Man offers a variety of special events and ranger programs to the visiting public. These programs run from Memorial Day weekend in May through the end of October.
  • Visit Hartwell Tavern (5 to 90 Minutes): Hartwell Tavern is a restored 18th century home located along the Battle Road in Minute Man National Historical Park. Hartwell Tavern is open in June and July 2025 Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. August 2025 hours will be announced soon!
  • Visit the Wayside: Home of Authors, Wed & Sun, July 5 - Sept 5, 2026 (30 to 45 Minutes): Explore this unique home, witness to over 300 years of history! From revolutionary patriots to famous authors, the Wayside has played host to many influential thinkers in American History. Guided tours at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 pm.
  • Bike The Battle Road Trail (1 to 4 Hours): The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern boundary of the park in Lexington. Much of the trail follows the original 1775 road remnants: Where thousands of Colonial Militia and British Regulars fought a bloody engagement on April 19, 1775. Bicycli
  • 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. Although Patriots' Day occurs annually on the third Monday of April, Minute Man National Historical Park host special programs and events throughout the month. The following is a schedule of ou
  • Junior Ranger Activity at Minute Man NHP (1 to 4 Hours): Pick up a Junior Ranger booklet to guide your exploration of the park at Minute Man Visitor Center in Lexington or North Bridge Visitor Center in Concord. Complete the activities as you visit different sites in the park. Before you leave, show your work to a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center to get your Junior Ranger b
  • Hike the Battle Road Trail (1 to 4 Hours): The Battle Road Trail is a five mile trail connecting historic sites from Meriam’s Corner in Concord to the eastern boundary of the park in Lexington. Much of the trail follows the original remnants of the Battle Road: Where thousands of Colonial Militia and British Regulars fought a bloody engagement on April 19, 1775

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Daily, Sunrise to Sunset. The grounds of Minute Man National Historical Park are open daily, sunrise to sunset. Parking lot gates close at sunset.

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.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED) Bedford, MA No road route 1 Regional
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) Boston, MA No road route 17 Large hub
Worcester Regional Airport (ORH) Worcester, MA No road route 32 Regional

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

  • North Bridge Visitor Center: Daily, 10:00AM - 5:00PM. The North Bridge Visitor Center will reopen on May 1, 2026.
  • Minute Man Visitor Center: Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM. Minute Man Visitor Center is open daily, May 1 - October 31, 2026, 9am - 5pm. In July and August it will be open 9am - 12pm.
  • Hartwell Tavern: Mon Closed; Tue Closed; Wed Closed; Thu 10:00AM - 4:30PM; Fri Closed; Sat 10:00AM - 4:30PM; Sun 10:00AM - 4:30PM. 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.
  • The Wayside: Home of Authors: Closed. The Wayside: Home of Authors is open Wednesdays and Sundays from July 5, 2026 until September 5, 2026.

Weather

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 - 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Beware of ticks as they can be active year round.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Acadia, about 203 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Minute Man National Historical Park?

No entrance fee.

Where is Minute Man National Historical Park?

In Massachusetts. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Laurence G Hanscom Field, about 1 miles away.

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