Historic Sites/Societies

Six Chimneys & A Dream
Historical B&B and Stagecoach Stop built in 1791. Spacious bedrooms and comfortable common rooms let you relax while visiting Newfound Lake and the White Mountains.

5 S. Mayhew Tpke., Hebron, NH 03241
Phone: 603-744-5848
Web: http://www.sixchimneys.com

Kimball Jenkins Estate
This gallery will host exhibitions of regional and national art of historical significance. Available for rentals and weddings.

266 N. Main St., Concord, NH 03301-5053
Phone: 603-225-3932
Web: http://www.kimballjenkins.com

Historic New England – Governor John Langdon House
Historic New England is the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive regional preservation organization in the country. We offer a unique opportunity to experience the lives and stories of New Englanders through their homes and possessions.

143 Pleasant St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-436-3205
Web: http://www.historicnewengland.org

Upper Pemigewasset Historical Society
Houses artifacts and memoralbilia of the Lincoln-Woodstock area.

26 Church Street, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-745-8159
Web: http://www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/history.htm

North Hampton Heritage Commission
The North Hampton Heritage Commission, Little Boar's Head Heritage Commission and the North Hampton Historical Society have joined in an effort as The North Hampton Heritage Council to produce a historical tour guide of 4 (self-guided) walking tours to be

c/o Jenifer Landman, North Hampton, NH 03862-0580
Phone: 603-964-1818
Web: http://www.northhampton-nh.gov/Public_Documents/NorthHamptonNH_BComm/Heritage

Stratham Historical Society

Portsmouth Ave, Stratham, NH 03885
Phone: 603-778-1347

Old (1799) Meeting House

State Street, Groveton, NH 03582
Phone: 603-636-1450

American Independence Museum
The American Independence Museum, located on a hill in downtown Exeter, offers a fascinating glimpse of America's early days during the Revolutionary War by sharing the stories of one family, one town and one state. Independence Festival is held third Saturday of July

1 Governors Ln., Exeter, NH 03833
Phone: 603-772-2622
Web: http://www.independencemuseum.org

The Palace Theatre
Historic theatre that provides a broad range of live, high quality, professional and community performances.

80 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH 03101
Phone: 603-668-5588
Web: http://www.palacetheatre.org

Moses-Kent House

One Pine Street, Exeter, NH 03833
Phone: 603-772-2044

Zimmerman House
The Zimmerman House is the only residence in New England designed by acclaimed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright that is open to the public. Closed Jan. - Mar. Wright designed the house in 1950, planning its gardens, built-in and freestanding furniture, textiles and even the mailbox!

150 Ash St., Manchester, NH 03104
Phone: 603-669-6144
Web: http://www.currier.org

Nashua Historical Society

5 Abbott Street, Nashua, NH 03064
Phone: 603-883-0015
Web: http://www.nashuahistorical%20society%20.org

General John Stark House

2000 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03102
Phone: 603-622-5719

Enfield Shaker Museum
The Enfield Shaker Museum preserves and interprets the complex history of the Enfield Shaker village site.

447 NH Route 4A, Enfield, NH 03748
Phone: 603-632-4346
Web: http://www.shakermuseum.org

PSNH Energy Park
Scenic overlook, riverwalk, Heritage Trail, Five Rivers Auditorium, amphitheater, and lobby

780 North Commercial St, Manchester, NH 03101
Phone: 800-662-7764
Web: http://www.psnh.com

The Rocks Estate
1400-acre country estate owned by SPNHF. Historic tours, educational and family programs and Christmas tree farm. Scenic, hiking and cross-country ski trails.

4 Christmas Ln., Bethlehem, NH 03574
Phone: 603-444-6228
Web: http://www.therocks.org

New London Historical Society
Reconstructed historic village and horse-drawn carriage museum.

179 Little Sunapee Rd., New London, NH 03257
Phone: 603-526-6564
Web: http://www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org

Charlestown Historical Society
A 1775 schoolhouse is available for tours. The Archives Room, Town Hall, open Tuesdays 9:00 a.m.-noon, has much local information for historical and genealogical researchers. Monthly programs, occasional special events.

PO Box 159, Charlestown, NH 03603
Phone: 603-826-9726

Raymond Historical Society

Main Street, Raymond, NH 03077
Phone: 603-895-2866

The New Hampshire Political Library
The New Hampshire Political Library is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to increase civic engagement in the democratic process by promoting and preserving the state's unique political traditions and ensuring these traditions are passed on to future generations.

The Pierce Manse, 14 Horseshoe Pond Ln., Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-225-4617
Web: http://www.politicallibrary.org

Shoals Marine Laboratory
Field Marine Station on Appledore Island, Isles of Shoals. Depart from Portsmouth for fully guided Day Trips to Celia Thaxter's recreated historic Garden. Day package includes RT boat fees and lunch. Overnight educational vacation packages on "The Learning Island" for adults and families available

Creek Farm, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-430-5220
Web: http://www.sml.cornell.edu

John Wingate Weeks Historic Site
Historic home on National Register of Historic Sites. Panoramic views of surrounding mountains; summer programs, museum, fire tower, picnicking.

Route 3 N., Lancaster, NH 03584
Phone: 603-788-4004
Web: http://www.nhstateparks.org

The Music Hall
Designated an American Treasure, the nonprofit Music Hall is the oldest in New Hampshire (1878), featuring Grammy, Pulitzer and Tony award winning artists in music, theater, dance and cinema almost every night of the year in its stunningly restored landmark Victorian theater in downtown Portsmouth.

28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-436-2400
Web: http://www.themusichall.org

Ashuelot River Campground
A family campground located on 22 acres along the Ashuelot River in Southwestern New Hampshire. Ashuelot River Campground offers camping set amidst picturesque surroundings that your whole family will enjoy.

152 Pine St., Swanzey, NH 03446
Phone: 603-357-5777
Web: http://www.ashuelotrivercampground.com

Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum
Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum, Education and Cultural Center, is dedicated to connecting people of today with 20,000 years of ongoing Native American cultural expression.

18 Highlawn Road, Warner, NH 03278
Phone: 603-456-2600
Web: http://www.indianmuseum.org

Hampton Historical Society & Tuck Museum
We run a non-profit history museum in Hampton. We also do many free educational/fun programs and school programs, as well as fundraising events, such as our annual Pig Roast.

40 Park Ave., Hampton, NH 03843
Phone: 603-929-0781
Web: http://www.hamptonhistoricalsociety.org

Fort Constitution Historic Site
Located on peninsula on corner of New Castle Island; overlooks Piscataqua River & Atlantic Ocean. State of NH gave the US Fort William & Mary in 1791. Renovations completed, renamed Fort Constitution; ruins are seen today. Picnicking on grounds.

Route 1B, U.S. Coast Guard Station, New Castle, NH 03854
Phone: 603-436-1552
Web: http://www.nhstateparks.org

Melville Academy Museum
An excellent collection of artifacts and displays relating to life in 19th century Jaffrey Center are on on the first floor. The second floor features a schoolroom, since the building served as a private academy and then public school for 80 years.

Thorndike Pond Road & Blackberry Lane, Jaffrey, NH 03452-0722
Phone: 603-532-5857
Web: http://www.jcvis.org

Frye's Measure Mill
Frye's Measure Mill has made Shaker and Colonial Boxes for over 150 years. Our craftsmen work in a water-powered mill on the National Register of Historic Places. The seven room gift shop is filled with folk art, tinware, pottery, blown glass, antiques and collectibles.

12 Frye Mill Rd., Wilton, NH 03086
Phone: 603-654-6581
Web: http://www.fryesmeasuremill.com

Portsmouth Historical Society at the John Paul Jones House
"We tell Portsmouth stories." A National Historic Landmark. The Portsmouth Historical Society interprets the history of Portsmouth through its rich and diverse collections. The Discover Portsmouth Center at 10 Middle Street provides historical and cultural information.

43 Middle St., P.O. Box 728, Portsmouth, NH 03801-0728
Phone: 603-436-8420
Web: http://www.portsmouthhistory.org

Rumney Historical Society

Old Rumney Town Hall, Rumney, NH 03266
Phone: 603-764-9380

The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum
The Poore Farm Museum is a historic homestead/settlement documenting one family’s life from the 1830's to the 1980’s. The house, barns and outbuildings are all in original condition and reflect their original use and era.

629 NH Route 145, Hollow Road, Stewartstown, NH 03576
Phone: 603-237-5500
Web: http://www.poorefamily.homestead.com

Connecticut River Byway Council
Sponsored by the Connecticut River Joint Commissions of New Hampshire and Vermont. Designated 275 mile long Scenic Byway in both states.

154 Main Street, Charlestown, NH 03603
Phone: 603-826-4800
Web: http://www.ctrivertravel.net

Portsmouth Athenaeum
The Portsmouth Athenæum is a non-profit membership library and museum, incorporated in 1817 and located in the heart of historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

6-8 Market Square, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-431-2538
Web: http://www.portsmouthathenaeum.org/

Sunapee Historic Society Museum

Sunapee Harbor, Sunapee, NH 03782
Phone: 603-763-9157

Lancaster Historical Society
The Lancaster Historical Society and Museum is located at the junction of Routes 3 and 2 in the town of Lancaster. The facility consists of the 1780 Holton-Wilder House and a new post and beam barn. The house and barn are open seasonally through the Summer months.

226 Main St., Lancaster, NH 03584
Phone: 603-788-3004

Friends of the Valley Cemetery

PO Box 1316, Manchester, NH 03105
Phone: 603-624-6514
Web: http://www.valley-cemetery.com

Jackson House
Historic New England is the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive regional preservation organization in the country. We offer a unique opportunity to experience the lives and stories of New Englanders through their homes and possessions.

76 Northwest St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-436-3205
Web: http://www.historicnewengland.org

Littleton Grist Mill, Inc.
Come visit us in our 1798 working grist mill where history and heritage meet!Museum, tours, working mill, operational waterwheel and gearing. Come see why "we bring new meaning to the daily grind!"

18 Mill St., Littleton, NH 03561
Phone: 603-444-7478
Web: http://www.littletongristmill.com

Strawbery Banke Museum
Strawbery Banke is about connecting with the past. Visitors have the opportunity to experience how people lived and worked in this typical American neighborhood throughout four centuries of history.

14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-433-1100
Web: http://www.strawberybanke.org

Gilman Garrison House
Historic New England is the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive regional preservation organization in the country. We offer a unique opportunity to experience the lives and stories of New Englanders through their homes and possessions.

12 Water St., Exeter, NH 03833
Phone: 603-436-3205
Web: http://www.historicnewengland.org

Fort Stark Historic Site
Located on a peninsula historically called Jerry's Point on the southeast corner of New Castle Island. It overlooks the Piscataqua River, Little Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. Fort Stark was named in honor of John Stark, commander of N.H. forces at the Battle of Bennington (1777).

Route 1B, Wildrose Lane, New Castle, NH 03854
Phone: 603-436-1552
Web: http://www.nhstateparks.org

Warren Historical Society/Redstone Missile
Special guided walking tours of Museum and Historic sites, by request from May - Oct. Museum opened every Sat....11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.....May to Oct.

On the Common, Warren, NH 03279
Phone: 603-764-9949

NH State House Visitors' Center
The Visitor Center offers self guided tour information, tour reservations for groups of 10 or more. It includes gift shop, a display and exhibit area, historical research and information on NH. There are brochures of tourist attractions and other informational handouts.

107 N. Main St., Rm. 119, Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-271-2154
Web: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/visitorcenter

Warner Historical Society

15 W Main Street, Warner, NH 03278
Phone: 603-456-2437

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior
Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site

RR 3, Box 73
Cornish, NH 03745
Phone: 603 675 2175 ext. 110

Chester Eastman Homestead

1788 Main Road, North Chatham, NH 03813
Phone: 603-694-3388

Bedford Historical Society
This museum displays artifacts from the history of Bedford.

24 N. Amherst Rd., Bedford, NH 03110
Phone: 603-471-6336
Web: http://www.bedfordhistoricalnh.org

Conway Historical Society
The society was founded in 1935 to preserve the rich and varied history of the Conways. Responsible for the Eastman-Lords House Museum and Salyards Center for the Arts.

100 Main St., Conway, NH 03818
Phone: 603-447-5551
Web: http://www.conwayhistory.org

Exeter Historical Society
A non-profit organization, the Exeter Historical Society offers regular programs of local historical interest and is a repository for documents, maps, photos, artifacts, and other ephemera pertaining to Exeter, New Hampshire.

47 Front St., Exeter, NH 03833
Phone: 603-778-2335
Web: http://www.exeterhistory.org

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