MA, USA
Wright Tavern
Tavern
Colonial tavern that served as headquarters for both sides on April 19, 1775. Minutemen gathered here before the battle; British officers commandeered it afterward.
What Happened Here
Major John Buttrick and other militia officers planned their response to the British here. After the skirmish, British officers reportedly demanded food and drink. The building remains one of the best-preserved colonial taverns in Massachusetts.
Visiting Today
Address
2 Lexington Road, Concord, MA 01742
Hours
Exterior viewable; interior access limited
Admission
Exterior free; interior by arrangement
Accessibility
Historic building; limited accessibility.
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