As winter settles in and we reflect on a season filled with successful and inspiring programs, our attention is already turning to 2026. Park staff are hard at work behind the scenes, preparing for a landmark year as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s birth.

We look forward to welcoming you back to our visitor centers in the spring. Until then, the park grounds remain open year-round from dawn to dusk - perfect for a peaceful walk through 1,000 acres of landscape and over 5 miles of scenic trails.

Whether you prefer walking, tracking animal footprints, or simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the season, there’s something for everyone to experience at the Park this winter. Click here to plan your visit.

Volunteers and staff were happy to get back together in the gardens again after the government shutdown ended. It turned into a sunny and warm morning as we put the gardens to bed, covering the ground with pine needles to help insulate the plants through the winter. Crisp sunny fall days are some of the best to work in the Buttrick Gardens!

Looking for a way to stay active this winter? Join our landscape volunteers on Wednesday mornings! This dedicated group meets throughout the winter, weather permitting. Come for a single session or join us every week - everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Rachel Vincent, NPS Biologist, at rachel_vincent@nps.gov.

Thanks to you, Minute Man National Historical Park welcomes over a million visitors each year with free and inspiring programs.

As we continue commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution, your support is more important than ever—especially as decreased federal funding now threatens visitor programs and the care of historic landscapes and monuments.

Your year-end, tax-deductible gift will help preserve the birthplace of the American Revolution and sustain free programs throughout 2026.

Please consider making a gift today using the button below. Thank you for your support. Together, we can ensure that Minute Man National Historical Park continues to thrive!

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