The Conscience of Their Community: The Hoars of Concord

Throughout the 19th Century, the Hoars were often recognized as THE distinguished family of Concord, and their long, rich connection with the town included legal, political, and social reformers. Led by patriarch Samuel Hoar, this cornerstone of Concord elite shaped local and national politics and created a distinguished legacy in the town for almost three centuries.

Join Concord Historian Richard Smith as he explores the fascinating and exhilarating history of the Hoar family and their decades-long fight against racial injustice. From John Hoar in the 1600's to Frisbie Hoar at the dawn of the 20th Century, this "Royal Family of Concord" had an immense influence in law, politics, and civic leadership, not just in Concord but across the country and around the world.

Richard Smith has lectured on and written about antebellum United States history and 19th century American literature since 1995. He has worked in Concord as a public historian and living history interpreter for 26 years. He has written and edited 13 books for Applewood Books/Arcadia Publishing and is a regular contributor to Discover Concord Magazine.

This event will be held in the Sanctuary of First Parish in Concord, 20 Lexington Rd, Concord, MA, and livestreamed on Zoom. Following the lecture, a reception will be held in the Parish Hall with books available for sale and signing.

For tickets, click the Get Tickets button above and choose In Person or Online. All registrants will receive a confirmation message with attendance information. Presented by the Transcendentalism Council of First Parish in Concord.

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