The Drinking Gourd Project

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The Drinking Gourd Project is a newly formed Concord-based nonprofit organization focused on raising awareness of Concord’s African and Abolitionist history from the 17th through the 19th centuries. Our mission is to shine a light on this history and make it even more accessible to residents and visitors in a way that will add a new layer to our understanding of our past and a deeper appreciation for the complexity of Concord and its role in creating a diverse America.

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The Robbins House (circa 1830), built and inhabited by the descendants of Revolutionary War veteran and former Concord slavery survivor Caesar Robbins, was returned close to its original site across from The North Bridge and Old Manse on Saturday morning, May 21. It will become The Robbins House Interpretive Center.

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    May 21st House Move Route

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    The Caesar Robbins House

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    Pouring the foundation: it’s a dirty business!

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    The Caesar Robbins House

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    DGP Tree Removal

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    The Caesar Robbins House

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    The Caesar Robbins House, 324 Bedford Street, Concord, MA

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    The Caesar Robbins House

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    Robbins House cellar detail

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    The Caesar Robbins House

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    Robbins House attic floor detail

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    The Caesar Robbins House

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    Robbins House windows and chair rail

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    The Caesar Robbins House

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    Robbins House chair rail and wainscote detail

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    The Caesar Robbins House