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History of Thoreau Farm

Birthplace of Henry David Thoreau

The farmhouse was built in the 1730s on Virginia Road in Concord. In 1817, Thoreau was born in the house. Find out more about the life of this special building.

Learn the History of Thoreau Farm  

 


An open book with an oak branch resting on it.about the thoreau farm trust

The nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Henry David Thoreau’s birthplace and legacy

Read about our mission and learn about our board. 

Learn about Thoreau Farm Trust

 


HOW WE ARE GREEN

Sustainable aspects of Thoreau Farm

Environmental sustainability is part of our work to preserve this historic site. 

Learn about How We Are Green 

 


IN THE NEWS

Press Coverage of Thoreau Farm

Take a look back our good work and see the latest.  

 

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KLEIO x THOREAU FARM

Our collaboration with sensory historians at KLEIO 

Time travel to 19th-century Concord and Maine with two candle scents inspired by Thoreau’s writings. 

Learn about the Candle Collection 

Learn more about KLEIO