Support 51 Walden
Your Financial Support
Dear Patron of the Arts, November 24, 2025
On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and all of the Resident Performing Arts Groups here at 51 Walden, I want to thank you personally for your continued support of the varied live performances which we provide to Concord and surrounding communities. We are comprised of scores of local volunteers who are committed to providing you with the best in music, theater, opera and dance. In total we are presenting well-over 60 separate performances each season for close to 8000 audience participants. Each of the groups focuses on expanding its repertoire and all continue to bring in new artists, provide family friendly entertainment, respect the classics and most importantly provide a true sense of community pride, volunteerism, and the magic that only in person experiences can deliver.
As you may know, 51 Walden was originally built as an armory in 1887 and has had many uses for Concord since then. The Concord Players has been in residence since 1919 with the Concord Band finding its permanent home in 1970, the Concord Orchestra coming in 1974, and Opera 51 joining us in 2012 ( although all groups were founded earlier). We have been on the National Register of Historic Places since 2007. We have not only kept the “old girl” up to code but also continue to improve the facility. Our most recent investment was to completely re-engineer the heating/ventilation system, so we now have actual air conditioning in the hall. Our commitment to our patron’s comfort and enjoyment continues to be paramount for us.
Our annual appeal provides operating funds to keep the lights on, the water flowing, the heat pumping and the AC cooling. It also allows us to do normal maintenance to our historic structure. These funds are vital for the ongoing operations of Concord’s best community arts center. Particularly in this difficult time of budget cutbacks, your help is most welcome. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, your donation may be tax deductible.
We value your support and will continue to provide the highest level of arts performance and entertainment for you, your family, and your neighbors. If you haven’t been here in a while, come on in and enjoy the show!
For more information, please go to www.51walden.org
Yours in gratitude
Jay Newlon
President 51 Walden Board
51 Walden is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization. We rely on contributions for covering important maintenance and operational costs. If you’d like to make a financial contribution toward maintaining and operating this valuable community resource, please make your check payable to 51 Walden and mail it to: P.O. Box 251, Concord, MA 01742. You may also contribute online by clicking the DONATE button below.
Donor Categories
Sponsor • $60 – $99
Patron • $100 – $249
Benefactor • $250 – 499
Angel • $500 or more
Volunteer
51 Walden is a wonderful resource for the entire community. We’d love to see you rehearsing, performing, dancing, building sets, painting, gardening, or helping out at receptions – there’s something for everyone! If you’re interested, please send us a note.
51 Walden Code of Conduct
Welcome to the 51 Walden Performing Arts Center, home of The Concord Players, The
Concord Band, The Concord Orchestra, and Opera51.
This Code of Conduct is intended for the enjoyment and safety of all visitors and users of
the facility. All persons, including members of the resident groups, 51 Walden board and
staff, performers, volunteers, patrons and guests, are expected to:
Conduct themselves in an appropriate and respectful manner at all times.
Be considerate and courteous to all other visitors and users of the facility.
The following actions will be considered in violation of the Code of Conduct:
Acts of violence or threats of physical harm.
Activities that infringe on the rights of others.
Harassment based on race, religion, sexual orientation, ability, age, gender identity,
physical appearance, or any other protected class or characteristic.
Failure to comply with directives by a staff member or volunteer such that the
health and safety of others are threatened.
Behavior, demeaning comments, or gestures likely to disturb others.
Damaging or unauthorized removal of materials, equipment, instruments,
costumes, or furniture belonging to 51 Walden or a performance group.
Using or appropriating property of others without their permission.
Vandalism in the facility or on its grounds.
Unauthorized entry into non-public spaces.
Violation of any federal, state, or town laws, ordinances, or policies.
Reporting Violations of 51 Walden Code of Conduct
What type of behavior, circumstance or issue should you report? You should report any
incident that you feel is unethical, unsafe or in violation of the 51 Walden Code of Conduct.
If you witness or become aware of a violation, please notify one of the following persons:
the Executive Director of 51 Walden at director@51walden.org or at (978) 369-7911,
the President of the 51 Walden Board of Directors at president@51walden.org,
a representative of the appropriate performance group.
Will you get into trouble for reporting an issue? No, there will be no retaliation for good faith
reporting, regardless of the outcome. Any report will be held in confidence.
51 Walden Code of Conduct November 4, 2025