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The Wayside, Concord

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  • Had the Wayside once home to some of America's literary icons (Hawthorne, Alcott, Sidney...) on our itinerary. Stopped by as we began our journey down the Battle Trail only to find it "closed for the....  more
    Had the Wayside once home to some of America's literary icons (Hawthorne, Alcott, Sidney...) on our itinerary. Stopped by as we began our journey down the Battle Trail only to find it "closed for the....  more »
  • If you are interested in history and are in the area this is definitely a good place to check out. There is parking across the street for free. 
    If you are interested in history and are in the area this is definitely a good place to check out. There is parking across the street for free.  more »
  • We unfortunately were way too early for the tour, which I was disappointed about. Not too much to see of the house without a tour, but there was a lot to read. It's amazing that three big authors... 
    We unfortunately were way too early for the tour, which I was disappointed about. Not too much to see of the house without a tour, but there was a lot to read. It's amazing that three big authors...  more »
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  • Was not able to spend a lot of time. I would recommend if you have time to take the tour.
  • So much literary history in one building. A must see....
  • Had another blessed trip with my beautiful wife
  • Very well preserved house. Nice piece of American history.
  • FREE ADMISSION and close free parking across the street. This is the home of Louisa May Alcott and Nathaniel Hawthorne at different times in their lives but it is also the home of other authors and is an original witness house for the Revolutionary War battles of Lexington and Concord. Of course the home has had additions and modifications over the ages but it is possible to go on a tour led by National Park Service rangers. On the days when the house is open there are people who portray the residents. There is also a small visitor center and gift shop. Nextdoor is there is another Alcott family home which is also good but admission is charged.

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