The Friends of Minute Man National Park helps preserve and bring to life the history of Minute Man National Historical Park. As the Park’s nonprofit partner, we support programs, events, and educational experiences; advance preservation projects through grants and advocacy; and strengthen the Park’s vibrant volunteer program.
Founded in 1989, the Friends has been supporting Minute Man for more than 30 years. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and supporters, we help ensure that the Park remains a place where everyone can connect with the stories and history of the American Revolution.
Education
We support the Park’s educational programs and special events and create programs of our own. Through lectures, tours, family programs, and other experiences, we help visitors explore the origins of the American Revolution, its continuing impact on our society, and the natural landscape of Minute Man. Visit our Events and Patriots’ Day pages to learn about programs we support.
Preservation
We help preserve, restore, and rehabilitate historic structures, cultural landscapes, and museum collections throughout the Park. We are also proud to support battlefield preservation projects and the restoration and care of Buttrick Gardens. These efforts help ensure that the Park’s historic resources are protected and accessible for generations to come. Visit our Preservation page to learn more about the projects we support.
Research
We support research and projects that deepen our understanding of the people, places, and stories of Minute Man and the American Revolution. Check out our Blog to learn more.
Outreach
We connect visitors, supporters, educators, and students with information about the Park, its programs, and its history. Through our website, email newsletter, social media, and other communications, we help people stay connected to Minute Man. Visit our Email Newsletter page and sign up today!
Mission Statement
The mission of the Friends of Minute Man National Park is to preserve the birthplace of the American Revolution and inspire visitors to learn the causes, events, and continuing impact of the Revolutionary War and its principles of Liberty and Democracy.
The Friends of Minute Man National Park is an independent, non-profit organization that supports the work of Minute Man National Historical Park. The Friends provide much-needed support to help the Park provide educational programs and to preserve and protect the significant historic sites, structures, landscapes, events, and ideas of the American Revolution.
Become a member Today!
Your membership support provides free programming to over one million visitors per year and helps preserve the significant historical sites, monuments, battlefields, and landscapes related to the American Revolution.