MA, USA
Line of Minute Men Marker
Monument
Row of stones marking the approximate positions where militiamen stood before the British opened fire.
What Happened Here
Each stone represents one militiaman. The line helps visitors understand the scale and disposition of Parker's small force facing the British column.
Visiting Today
Address
Battle Green, Lexington, MA 02420
Hours
Open daily
Admission
Free
Accessibility
On grass; visible from paved paths.
Connected Events
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