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The Wayside: Home of Authors

Over more than three hundred years, The Wayside and its families witnessed and influenced both Concord's and America's recorded history. In 1775 the Wayside was home to Samuel Whitney the muster master for Concord's minute men and a delegate to the Provincial Congress. In the 19th century famed authors Louisa May Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Margaret Sidney (Harriet Lothrop) lived at this incredible site.

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Coordinates: 42.457795, -71.333512

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • North Bridge Visitor Center
  • Nashua National Fish Hatchery
  • Hartwell Tavern
  • Minute Man National Historical Park Tours
  • Minute Man Visitor Center
  • Visitor Center

Frequently asked questions

Is The Wayside: Home of Authors reservable?

The Wayside: Home of Authors is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is The Wayside: Home of Authors?

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How do I book a campsite at The Wayside: Home of Authors?

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