Destination Groton

📣 We Want to Hear From You!

What's one thing that would make Groton an even better place to visit, shop, dine, or do business?

Destination Groton is partnering with the Small Towns Collaborative and the Northern Middlesex Council of Governments to gather community feedback through a Tourism & Economic Development Survey.

Whether you're a resident, business owner, employee, or visitor, your input will help shape future efforts to support local businesses, enhance community amenities, and strengthen our local economy.

The survey is open through June 30, 2026, and only takes a few minutes to complete.

👉 Take the survey: [https://nmcog.org/smalltowns](https://nmcog.org/smalltowns)

Please share this post and help us gather as much feedback as possible from across Groton and the surrounding communities.

The Groton Cultural Council wants to hear from YOU! 🎭🎶📚🌿

What kinds of cultural programs, events, performances, workshops, and community experiences would you like to see more of in Groton?

The Council is gathering community feedback to help guide future grant funding priorities — from music and arts to history, environmental programs, public art, and family-friendly events.

Whether you attend events regularly or feel there are barriers preventing participation, your input matters and will help shape cultural programming in our community.

The survey takes about 5–10 minutes to complete.

👉 Survey link |

Groton Cultural Council—Community Survey on Grant Priorities Help Shape Cultural Programming in Groton The Groton Cultural Council wants to hear from you! Your input will help us prioritize funding for cultural programs and events that serve our community. This survey should take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.

What happens when you combine quintessential New England charm, Revolutionary War history, hidden forest bells, scenic hiking and biking trails, boutique shopping, and farm-to-table dining? You get Groton, Massachusetts. 🌳✨

We loved collaborating with Alaina Pinto to showcase some of the places that make Groton such a special destination — from the Nashua River Rail Trail and Gibbet Hill Grill to the Forest Bells, local shops, and our historic downtown.

Whether you’re planning a day trip or a weekend getaway (or coming for a wedding!), Groton is full of charm, history, and hidden gems waiting to be explored.

🎥 Watch the video and start planning your visit:
📍 Just one hour from Boston

Special thanks to Alaina Pinto and Destination Groton board member Joni Parker-Roach of NOA Fine Art Gallery for helping bring this story to life. ❤️

Groton History Center Coco Home Décor & Gifts lily + james Grotonfest The Groton Inn Groton Hill Music

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Revolutionary secrets + hidden forest bells? 🔔📜 This cute Massachusetts town gives “movie set” vibes (literally, it’s been the backdrop for so many films!) and has more miles of nature trails than it does roads. It feels like you’ve entered a time machine because the town has truly preserved its historical charm. Come with us to Groton, Massachusetts! Just one hour from Boston! Brought to you by: @alainapinto & Joni! Joni is on the board of @destinationgroton, she’s a 30+ year *active* resident and owner of NOA Gallery (@noagalleries), inside the Groton Inn. ✨🌳 Here are our stops: 🍳 Breakfast: Start at Salt & Light. The aesthetic is 10/10 and the food is even better. @saltandlightgroton 📜 Revolutionary War History: Take the @destinationgroton FREE Historical Walking Tour. Groton is home to the man who led the Battle of Bunker Hill. On foot you can see 10 spots while listening to the audio guide on the tour. One of the stops was used as a set for the Little Women movie! 🛍️ Boutique Shopping: Weave into your walk some of the local shops. Curated clothing: @shoplilyandjames Home decor: @cocohomedecorgifts Art galleries: Facets & @noagalleries 🥗 Farm-to-Table: You cannot miss lunch (or dinner) at Gibbet Hill Grill. It’s farm-to-table (with a farm on site) and GREAT views. @gibbethillgrill 🚲 Rail Trail: Bring your own bikes (or rent them from The Groton Inn *guests only*) to hit the Nashua River Rail Trail. It’s 11 miles of paved, scenic perfection. 🔔 Hidden Forest Bells: Take a nature hike through the Groton Conservation Trust (Blackman Field and Woods) to find the “Forest Bells.” It’s an incredible musical installation by local artist Paul Matisse. BONUS (not in the video) 🏰 Castle Ruins: Most people know Groton for the Bancroft Castle. Park at Gibbet Hill Grill and hike your way to it! 📍 Location: Just a 1 hour drive from Boston. Perfect for a day trip or a weekend stay at the historic Groton Inn! @thegrotoninn

The Destination Groton Committee invites you to participate in a public Vision Process Zoom meeting on Thursday, May 14 from 7:00–9:00 PM.

Over the past four years, the Committee has gathered extensive community input through forums, surveys, focus groups, and stakeholder interviews—supported by professional work from Studio InSitu, Stantec, MRPC, and others—to help shape Groton 2036 | A Ten-Year Vision. The report outlines ideas and concepts related to traffic mobility, economic opportunities, and preserving Groton’s unique character.

At the meeting, the Committee will review key findings from the report and open the discussion for public questions and comments.

📄 Review the Vision Report:
https://destinationgroton.com

💻 Join the Zoom meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85405621751?pwd=PaAoanAFc1YOKof1DdyalGaIVdDaB6.1

👉 Have a question? Feel free to comment below and submit it ahead of time—we’ll do our best to address as many as possible during the meeting.

We encourage all residents to review the materials and participate in the conversation.

Thank you,
Destination Groton Committee

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Catch us on tv this Sunday morning! We're excited to be featured on New England Living this Sunday, May 10 at 11:30 am on WBZ TV! The show will also run on their app and streaming platform CBS News Boston Sunday at 3pm, and will be available to link to or view on their website the following week: cbsnews.com/boston/live/

We hope you watch! 🫶

A Full House for Groton’s Own Revolutionary Hero 🇺🇸

What a fantastic turnout Sunday at the Prescott Community Center for author and historian Donald R. Ryan’s presentation on his new book, “Colonel William Prescott: Heroic Commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill – A Patriot’s Life.” (Casemate)

More than 90 attendeess gathered to hear Ryan’s engaging and insightful look at Groton’s own Colonel Prescott — the local farmer, soldier, and patriot who led colonial forces at Bunker Hill. Ryan highlighted Prescott’s leadership not only at Bunker Hill, where he famously urged his men to hold fire until they saw “the whites of their eyes,” but also throughout the war as a symbol of determination and unity. Prescott’s disciplined command at Bunker Hill transformed what might have been a brief skirmish into a lasting statement of American resolve — one that inspired troops through the long years that followed.

The talk also explored the overall courage, sacrifice, and determination that shaped the early days of the Revolution — emphasizing that the Americans were “out-led, out-trained, out-numbered, and out-gunned” — yet demonstrated extraordinary resolve.

He discussed how the costly British victory became a turning point, proving that the war would be difficult and unrelenting. Prominent American patriot Joseph Warren (who died that day at Bunker Hill) captured it well - “The mistress we court is Liberty; and it is better to die than not to obtain her.”

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this inspiring afternoon — and to Don Ryan for reminding us that “the cause of America is the cause of mankind.”

Join us today at 2:00PM at Prescott Community Center for a special book reading and signing with local historian Donald Ryan, author of Colonel William Prescott: Heroic Commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill. 10 attendees will get a free copy of the book! Register at https://destinationgroton.com/rsvp/ .

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Destination Groton hosts talk with author of new book on Col. William Prescott GROTON — As part of Massachusetts’ commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the Destination Groton Committee will host Donald R. Ryan for an author talk and book…

As part of Massachusetts’ commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the Destination Groton Committee will host Donald R. Ryan for an author talk and book signing of his new work, Colonel William Prescott: Heroic Commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill, Sunday November 2, from 2-4 pm at the Prescott Community Center. Admission is free to all. Register at DestinationGroton.com.
https://destinationgroton.com/2025/10/author-talk-book-signing-colonel-william-prescott-heroic-commander-of-the-battle-of-bunker-hill/

Author Talk & Book Signing: Colonel William Prescott — Heroic Commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill - Destination Groton Destination Groton Committee will host Donald R. Ryan for an author talk and book signing of his new work, Colonel William Prescott: Heroic Commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill, Sunday November 2, from 2-4 pm at the Prescott Community Center. Admission is free to all.

Meet the Author. Discover Groton’s Revolutionary Roots!
Join us Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2 PM at the Prescott Community Center for a free author talk and book signing with Donald R. Ryan, celebrating Colonel William Prescott: Heroic Commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill.

🎟️ Free admission — and 10 attendees will receive a free copy of the book!

📚 Presented by Destination Groton and the Town of Groton Lecture Fund.

Register at https://destinationgroton.com/rsvp/