Concord250
Concord250 tree project marks townwide milestone
Acton’s push to plant 250 trees around the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution’s start has reached its goal.
Revolutionary transition: Museum exhibit recalls a pivotal era for Acton
Acton’s post-war period of disruption is on display in “Transformed by Revolution,” running until February 22, 2026.
New film salutes Revolution-era patriots of color
The documentary titled “A Fight for Freedom” will premiere October 18 at The Umbrella Arts Center.
In 250th’s wake, organizers reflect and retool for 2026
Five months later, leaders of a downsized Concord250 Executive Committee envision more low-key events next year.
Keep on truckin’? Acton eyes the future of mobile food service
Locals were quick to praise the food trucks at the Concord250 celebrations; however, their role here is still up for debate.
Baseball games and ‘moving pictures’: 150 years of patriotic celebrations
“A Celebration Heard ‘Round the World” follows the town’s festivities from the first significant event through the Bicentennial.
Three ‘enduring’ rivers inspire Fowler art exhibit
The Acton, Sudbury, and Assabet rivers inspire an exhibit of paintings and other works at the Fowler Library through July 5.
Local fighter pilot reflects on bird’s-eye view of 250th
He couldn’t smell the smoke or hear the cannons. But Alex Ostrom had one of the best seats in the house.
Should Acton add a hotel?
Acton has 150 rooms between three hotels; every room was full over this year’s Patriots Day weekend.
Trees, tributes, tourism: Acton’s post-250th to-do list
Gone are the muskets and marching bands. Here come the monuments and shade trees.
Photos: Patriotic pedalers reinvent Revere’s ride
The inaugural Paul Revere’s Bike Ride, held May 17, sold out at 500 registered cyclists.