Located next to each other, along with Cambridge, this area of Boston as is the site of the initial conflict in the American Revolutionary War, the Battle of Lexington and Concord.
Lexington, MA
The town is famous for being the site of "the shot heard 'round the world" of the Battle of Lexington, the first engagement of the American Revolution. First settled in 1642, this great little community offers tours of the town's historic landmarks such as Buckman Tavern, Monroe Tavern, and the Hancock-Clarke house, which are kept up by the town's historical society throughout the year. Patriots Day in observed annually with a re-enactment of Paul Revere's Ride.
Concord, MA
First settled in 1635, Concord is noted for its leading roles in American history and literature. This area is very rich in history with especially with authors. Louisa May Alcott, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry Davis Thoreau, and Nathaneal Hawthorne all took up residence in this communtiy, and many of them are burried at the famous Sleepy Hollow Cemetary. Currently, Welch's, the first company to sell grape juice, maintains a small headquarters in Concord, as this was the originating location for the Concord grape, developed by Ephraim Bull.
