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RiverFest - Music and Art along the banks of the Concord River

Come to the riverbank by foot, or paddle over to shore, bring a picnic and enjoy music and art!

10:30 - 11:30 am
Hear the story of the Peace Maker and formation of the Iroquois Confederacy as recounted by Mohawk Elder Tom Porter. Iroquois elders provided vital counsel to Ben Franklin and our Founding Founders as they were seeking to constitute our nation. 

11 am – 2 pm
Be Creative, Build Art: Join Musketaquid Artists for a spontaneous sculptural installation. Participate in creating a construction of wood and other materials with the light reflecting off the waters at the confluence of our rivers. The sculpture will remain for the weekend for everyone to see. 

11:30 am – 2 pm
Create Your Own Fish: Join OARS to learn how to turn a recycled soda bottle into a colorful fish. Or paint a turtle! Younger children can celebrate the rivers by creating their own watersticks. Call 978-369-3956 for more information. 

12 am – 1:30 pm
Riverside Dixieland Jazz: Come hear the Dixieland tunes of the Silver Leaf Jazz Band. as they float down the Concord River on a pontoon boat. The band will stop off to play some familiar tunes and will take requests too! 

Check out the complete list of Riverfest events taking place throughout the watershed on.

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