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Highlights
- Built in 1747 in the center of Concord, the Wright Tavern has witnessed the evolution of America for over 200 years.
- About the Author: Tom is the chair of the board for the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust in Concord, Massachusetts.
- 112 Pages
- History, United States
- Series Name: Landmarks
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Built in 1747 in the center of Concord, the Wright Tavern has witnessed the evolution of America for over 200 years. The Minutemen met here the morning of April 19, 1775, and a few hours later, the British Redcoats searched for munitions and supplies of the rebels before being defeated in the Battle of Concord. The building has been used as a tavern, inn, bakery, bookseller, and office as it witnessed the transformation of the town from a frontier agricultural community to a bustling commercial center and commuter hub. Closed to the public for most of the last forty years, The Wright Tavern Legacy Trust was established in 2021 to oversee the restoration and renovation of the building. From modest beginnings under Amos Wright to the Battle of Concord, author Tom Wilson uncovers the fascinating history of this National Historic Landmark. All royalties from the sale of this book will go to the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust.
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An Enduring Legacy
About the Author
Tom is the chair of the board for the Wright Tavern Legacy Trust in Concord, Massachusetts. The trust's mission is to transform the Wright Tavern through restoration, preservation and renewal into a community gathering place, a center for the exploration of democracy and an immersive learning museum. He holds a bachelor's degree from Southern Methodist University and a master's degree from Vanderbilt Owen School of Management. Tom can be reached at tom@wrighttavern.org.