On September 6, 1847, Henry Thoreau left Walden Pond after living there for 2 years, 2 months, and 2 days. Join us on September 6– the 178th Anniversary of Thoreau’s departure– as Henry (portrayed by Historian Richard Smith) prepares to leave the Pond and move back to Concord.
We will also bid another farewell: after 26 years of portraying Henry, Richard Smith will be hanging up his straw hat to begin the next chapter of his life as a public historian in Concord and as a writer for Arcadia Publishing.
After visiting with Mr. Thoreau at the house replica, join us from 1-1:30 for a public reception at the Visitor Center to celebrate Richard’s 26 years as Thoreau. We hope to see you there!
