The Old Manse is a historic 1770 Georgian home in Concord, Massachusetts, cared for by The Trustees of Reservations, standing near North Bridge where the Revolutionary War's first shots were fired. Families can tour the house once home to Ralph Waldo Emerson and Nathaniel Hawthorne, exploring its literary and political history along the Concord River. Guided tours are offered throughout the year with limited space and recommended pre-registration.
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