THE MINUTE MAN GAZETTE
SUMMER 2013
PROGRAMS UPDATE
Friends of Minute Man National Park’s mission is to preserve the birthplace of the
American Revolution and to inspire visitors to learn the causes, events and continuing impact of the War and its principles of Liberty and Democracy. To that end we
are focusing on two very important aspects of the American Revolution: Parker’s
Revenge and Patriots of Color.
174 Liberty Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-318-7822
Board of Directors
2013
Robert Morris
President
Concord
We are working with a committee of local historians, the Lexington Minute Men,
and Park staff to investigate and restore the Parker’s Revenge site on the eastern
boundary of the Park.
We are also providing funding for a scholar in the Park to develop a teaching unit on
Patriots of Color, enslaved men and former enslaved men who served with distinction during the Revolution. The unit will be made available on the Park’s website.
We thank the generous donors who have contributed to these appeals.
BUTTRICK GARDEN PARTY
Jeanne Krieger
Vice President
Lexington
Austin Whitman
Treasurer
Arlington
Jennifer Voss
Secretary
Lexington
Jayne Gordon
Concord
Stephen McCarthy
Lincoln
Paul O’Shaughnessy
Lexington
Frances Sacco
Tyngsborough
Elisabeth Lanjuin
Membership Director
Charity Tremblay and Laura Lindalp
Pat Lescalleeet, Mike LePage,
Elise Browne, and Nancy Alexanderson
Thelma Shoneman, Kate Wharton
and Nancy VanDolman
The annual celebration of the historic Buttrick Garden was a great success. Thank
you to our guests and especially the planning committee, sponsors, food and raffle
prize donors, and volunteers. Visit our Facebook page for more photos of this event.
NEW BOARD MEMBERS ELECTED
We are pleased to announce the election of board members Jayne Gordon and Stephen
McCarthy. Jayne, a Concord resident, has worked at local historic sites for many years
and is currently the Director of Education and Public Programs at the Massachusetts
Historical Society. Steve, a Lincoln resident, is the immediate Past Captain of the
Lincoln Minute Men. His family has participated frequently at Park events.
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FRIENDS IN ACTION
Volunteers are the soul and backbone of the Friends of Minute Man National Park.
We truly appreciate your time, energy, and creativity while participating in Friends’ events.
Thank you for being a Friend!
Colonial 12th Night Celebration
Diane O’Shaughnessy, Paul O’Shaughnessy and Jim Hollister
helped portray colonial life at our 12th Night Celebration.
Winter Lecture Series
We are grateful to Cranberry Hill Associates for their ongoing
support of the Friends Lecture Series at Bemis Hall in Lincoln.
This year’s speakers were historian J.L. Bell and Joan Walsh,
Director for Bird Monitoring at Mass Audubon.
Embattled Farmers Book Signing
Hope White and Leslie Kilgore enjoyed chatting
with General Gage, portrayed by Mike LePage
Barrett House Transfer Ceremony
Jayne Gordon welcomed Lincoln author Richard
Wiggin at a book signing event for his new book..
Concord Garden Club Grant
Gary Baker and Franny Sacco joined Betsy Lanjuin
at the reception for the Barrett House and Farm
transfer to Minute Man National Historical Park.
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A grant from the Concord Garden Club made it possible
to fill the North Bridge Visitor Center window boxes with
seasonal flowers.
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PATRIOT’S DAY ACTIVITIES
A great group of friends joined us as we marched in the Concord Patriot’s
Day Parade. Our enthusiastic band of marchers proudly displayed their
love of our National Park.
Our annual Bucket Brigade was out among the visitors at the Battle Road
and Parker’s Revenge commemorations to collect donations for the
Friends.
Thank you to all our marchers, volunteers and donors.
FRIENDS RECEIVE A CAPACITY BUILDING GRANT FROM THE
NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION
The Friends of Minute Man National Park recently concluded a year-long Park Partner Project funded by the
National Park Foundation (NPF). The Park Partners Project provided the services of NPF consultant
Siobhán O’Riordan to work with the Friends Board to enhance our organizational structure and fundraising
capabilities. We are confident that this year of planning and growth will enable us to provide more advocacy
and support for Minute Man National Historical Park.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are always looking for more friends to work on our events and programs. Do you have an interest in
furthering the work of the Friends by helping with our newsletter and social media? Would you like to be
part of a planning committee for a fall family event? Do you have a special project in mind? Please contact
Betsy at [email protected], 978-318-7822, or return the form below.
Become a Friend of Minute Man National Park
Our mission is to preserve the birthplace of the American Revolution and to inspire visitors to learn the
causes, events and continuing impact of the War and its principles of Liberty and Democracy.
Simply send this form with a check to start or renew your membership today.
Mail to FMMNP, 174 Liberty Street, Concord, MA 01742
To pay by credit card, visit www.friendsofminuteman.org and click on donate.
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____Patriot ($500) ____Battle Road Hero ($250)
_____ Minute Man ($100) _____Midnight Rider ($50)
____Colonist ($30 ) ______ Other
_____ I’d like to volunteer.
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VIRTUAL VISITS
Be our Facebook Friend
Share your experiences and photos at the Park with our Facebook Friends.
Minute Man National Historical Park’s impact reaches far beyond our local
communities.
Follow the Friends on Twitter at https://twitter.com/FriendsMinManNP
We have more than 200 followers and need help reaching 300. This is a great
way to keep up with all the latest park news and events, as well as interesting
articles that we “retweet” from local authors and historians.
A VERY SPECIAL FRIEND
Patrick Coan
Patrick is passionate about American history and has
actively volunteered with the Friends for the past four
years. He has volunteered for the Bucket Brigade,
Colonial Tavern Dinner, and 12th Night Receptions.
He is a member of the Membership/Events Committee.
We are particularly thankful for his “tweeting” for the
Friends.
Have you visited the Park lately?
The Park has lots of
programs and events:
Battle Road Trail Walks
John and Abigail Adams
Colonial Music
The British Red Coat
The Long Arm of the Law
And much more……..
Friends volunteers will be attending
many events. Please say “hi” and
sign up to get weekly emails about
upcoming events.
For a full listing of Park events, visit
www.nps.gov/mima/planyourvisit/events.htm
Save the Date!
Saturday, October 26
Halloween Lantern Walk