Museums

Mount Washington Valley Children's Museum
The Mount Washington Valley Children’s Museum nurtures the natural curiosity of all children and the adults in their lives, and encourages shared discovery through exhibits and programs that inspire exploration.

2639 White Mountain Hwy., North Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-356-2992
Web: http://www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org

Cohen Center for Holocaust Studies
One of the nation's oldest Holocaust resource centers. "To Remember and to Teach."

Keene State College, Keene, NH 03431
Phone: 603-358-2490
Web: http://www.keene.edu/cchs

Durham Historic Museum

Corner of Route 108 and Main St, Durham, NH 03824
Phone: 603-868-5436
Web: http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/COMMUNITY/historic/dha.html

Webster Cottage Museum

32 N. Main Street, Hanover, NH 03755
Phone: 603-643-6529

Sugar Hill Historical Museum
Exhibit for the 2010 Summer Season: Ties that Bind: 100 Years of Aldrich Family Quilts. Permanent exhibits: Genealogy Library, Carriage Barn, Sleigh Shed, Antique 1939 Fire Engine, Gift Shop. Walking and driving tours with hidden treasure boxes.

Main Street, Sugar Hill, NH 03586
Phone: 603-823-5336
Web: http://www.sugarhillnh.org/app/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=70&Itemid=72

Pauline E. Glidden Toy Museum

4 Pleasant Street, Ashland, NH 03217
Phone: 603-968-7289

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

Canterbury Shaker Village
The Village is open 7 days a week from 10am-5pm May 16 to Oct. 31; and 10-4pm Fri.-Sun. in Nov. Visitors are encouraged to learn about the life, ideals, values, and history of the Canterbury Shakers through interpretive education and tours, demonstrations and exhibits.

288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury, NH 03224
Phone: 603-783-9511
Web: http://www.shakers.org

Claremont History Museum
Collection of Claremont artifacts and memorabilia. Call for open hours.

26 Mulberry St., Claremont, NH 03743
Phone: 603-543-1400

Manchester Historic Association & Millyard Museum
The Millyard Museum features permanent and changing exhibits on the history of Manchester, New Hampshire's largest city. Programs include walking tours, lectures, concerts, workshops and children's programs.

200 Bedford St., Manchester, NH 03101
Phone: 603-622-7531
Web: http://www.manchesterhistoric.org

William Damm Garrison House
Original 1675 Garrison house once located in the Back River section of Dover, N.H. and moved in 1915 to the Woodman Institute Museum four building Complex. The garrison displays over 800 colonial artifacts. Open as part of the museum tour. Admission required.

Woodman Institute Museum 182 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820
Phone: 603-742-1038
Web: http://www.woodmaninstitutemuseum.org

Spaulding and Frost Cooperage

Route 107, Fremont, NH 03044
Phone: 603-895-9726

Wyman Tavern Museum
The Wyman Tavern has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is maintained as a period house museum representing the period from 1770 to 1820.

339 Main St., Keene, NH 03431
Phone: 603-352-1895
Web: http://hsccnh.org/wymantavern

Historic Belknap Mill
The Historic Belknap Mill is an industrial knitting museum & cultural center. Tour our hydro-power and sock knitting machine exhibits. Art shows & concerts take place in the Official Meeting House of NH. Our gift shop sells novelty socks from our machines.

25 Beacon St. E., Laconia, NH 03246
Phone: 603-524-8813
Web: http://www.belknapmill.org

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

Enfield Historical Society Museum at Enfield Center
Museum dedicated to the history of the town of Enfield, including photographs, farm tools and special exhibits.

Route 4A, Enfield, NH 03748
Phone: 603-632-7740

Claremont Opera House
Dedicated in 1897, then later restored, and re-opened in 1979, this Italian Renaissance-styled venue is on the National Register of Historic Places.

58 Opera House Sq., Claremont, NH 03743
Phone: 603-542-4433
Web: http://www.claremontoperahouse.com

Canaan Historical Museum
The Canaan Historical Society works to preserve the history of Canaan, New Hampshire, and to educate the community about Canaan’s past

496 Canaan St., Canaan, NH 03741
Phone: 603-523-7364
Web: http://www.rootsweb.com/~nhchs/Museum.html

Carpenter Museum of Antique Outboard Motors
The history of outboard motor boating and associated memorabilia. Donations accepted.

P.O. Box 459, Gilmanton, NH 03237
Phone: 603-707-4611
Web: http://www.lawrence-clay-carpenter.com

New Hampshire Farm Museum
Tour the historic Jones farmhouse, explore the exhibits in the 104-foot-long great barn, see the tractor and carriage collection, meet heritage breeds of farm animals, walk the trails on our 50 acre grounds and learn about three centuries of agriculture and rural life in New Hampshire.

1305 White Mtn. Hwy., Route 125, Milton, NH 03851
Phone: 603-652-7840
Web: http://www.farmmuseum.org

Northern Forest Heritage Park
The Northern Forest Heritage Park is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the legacy of the many people who came and made it their home. A self-guided walking tour of the Circa 1900 Logging Camp and River Boat tours are available in season. A visit to the Artisan's Gift Shop & Museum is a must.

961 Main Street, Berlin, NH 03570
Phone: 603-752-7202
Web: http://www.northernforestheritage.org

Diocesan Museum

517 Pine Street, Manchester, NH 03102
Phone: 603-624-1729

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

Mariposa Museum
We are a hands-on musuem of folk culture: folk art, textiles, costumes, art, puppets, toys and instruments from around the world. We have rotating regional exhibits, programs and performances for ages 2 - 102 plus school field trips and senior programs on cultures and cultural holidays.

26 Main St., Peterborough, NH 03458
Phone: 603-924-4555
Web: http://www.mariposamuseum.org

Fitts Museum
Experience firsthand an early NH country home and it's carefully preserved furnishings and artifacts. Located in the historic "Senter" of the community, the Fitts Museum was established around 1885. On display are a variety of items including Civil War artifacts, furniture, and musical instruments.

185 High St., Candia, NH 03034
Phone: 603-483-8881
Web: http://www.fittsmuseum.org/1.html

Seacoast African American Cultural Center

The Connie Bean Center, 135 Daniel Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-430-6027

The Fells
The Fells is one of New England's finest examples of an early 20th-century summer estate. Enjoy historic exhibits and guided house tours; renowned gardens; rotating art and sculpture exhibits; nature trails; children’s fairy village; and youth explorer back packs. Plant Stand and Shop on premise.

456 Rte. 103A, Newbury, NH 03255
Phone: 603-763-4789
Web: http://www.thefells.org

Aidron Duckworth Art Museum
Dedicated to the artwork of Aidron Duckworth, (1920-2001) a British-American artist and teacher. Guest artists are also featured in Gallery II and Sculpture on the Grounds. The Museum is free and hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fri. – Sun., May – Oct. and by appointment.

21 Bean Rd., Meriden, NH 03770
Phone: 603-469-3444
Web: http://www.aidronduckworthmuseum.org

Polar Caves Park
A family experience since 1922. Tour our natural scenic attraction featuring 8 glacial caves. While visiting, feed the fallow deer and exotic birds, walk the nature trails and try the Polar Mining Expedition and Klondike Mines. Picnic area with charcoal grills available. Group rates also available.

705 Rumney Rte. 25, Rumney, NH 03266
Phone: 603-536-1888
Web: http://www.polarcaves.com

Franconia Heritage Museum
Franconia Iron Furnace Interpretive Center Self-guided, always open One mile north of Franconia Heritage Museum

553 Main St., Franconia, NH 03580
Phone: 603-823-5000
Web: http://www.franconiaheritage.org

U.S. National Marconi Museum
the Marconi Museum exhibits follow with equipment, literature, audio-visual presentations - the development of radio communications from, "Spark to Space".

18 N. Amherst Road, Bedford, NH 03110
Phone: 603-472-8312
Web: http://www.marconiusa.org/

The Northern Forest Center
The Northern Forest spans 30 million acres of northern NH, ME, VT and NY. Explore the region's culture, heritage and future at Ways of the Woods, our traveling museum. Videos, kids activities, interpretive kiosks. Schedule at www.northernforest.org.

18 N. Main St., Ste. 204, Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-229-0679
Web: http://www.northernforest.org

Fort at No. 4, Living History Museum
Travel back to the 1740s and have an unforgettable experience in an authentically reconstructed settlement.

267 Springfield Rd., Route 11, Charlestown, NH 03603
Phone: 603-826-5700
Web: http://www.fortat4.org

Libby Museum
The Libby is a natural history museum on beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee with collections of Native American Artifacts, native specimens, minerals, rocks, and much more including visiting artists exhibits and summer day camp programs.

Route 109-North, PO Box 629
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Phone: 603-569-1035
Web: http://www.wolfeboronh.us/Libby%20Museum/index.htm

Plymouth Historical Museum
come to visit our historical museum the next time you're in Plymouth. Admission is free, but we welcome donations.

Court Street, Daniel Webster Court House
Plymouth, NH 03264
Phone: 603-536-2337
Web: http://www.plymouthnh-historicalsociety.org/

Museum of New Hampshire History
New Hampshire's only statewide history museum features exhibitions exploring the Granite State's past. Popular objects on display include one of the best-remaining examples of the world-famous Concord coach, the oldest dugout canoe in New England, and an original prototype for the Segway.

6 Eagle Sq., Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-228-6688
Web: http://www.nhhistory.org

Mount Washington Museum
Located in the Sherman Adams building on the summit of Mount Washington, the museum provides information about the rich natural and human history of Mt. Washington, and explains the mountain's legendary extreme weather.

Mount Washington State Park, Mount Washington, NH 03589
Phone: 603-356-2137
Web: http://www.mountwashington.org

Wolfeboro Historical Society Museum
Four historic buildings authentically furnished and surrounded by lovely gardens. 1798 Clark house. 1800s firehouse replica and equipment. 1805 one-room schoolhouse, 1820s post and beam barn.

233 South Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Phone: 603-569-4997
Web: http://www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org

Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center
Experience the wonders of our atmosphere through hands-on, interactive exhibits and a live video link with weather observers living and working on the summit of Mt. Washington. Also be sure to peruse The Weather Store for all the latest weather gadgets and educational toys. Admission is free!

2779 White Mountain Hwy., North Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-356-2137
Web: http://www.mountwashington.org

Andover Historical Society Museum
Featuring the 1874 Potter Place railroad station listed on the National Register. It contains an authentic "stationmaster's office," and annual exhibitions. Across the street is the 1913 Emons General Store/PO fitted as it might have appeared. Adjacent is a caboose and Richard Potters grave.

105-106 Depot St., Andover, NH 03216
Phone: 603-735-5628
Web: http://www.andoverhistory.org

Swanzey Historic Museum
1908 fire steamer, stage coach, 1929 Ford Coupe, kitchen iron stove and other various types of memorabilia. Advance notice is requested for bus groups.

720 Swanzey Rd., Route 10, West Swanzey, NH 03469
Phone: 603-352-4579

Jefferson Historical Museum
Jefferson Historical Society Jefferson, Coos County, New Hampshire, incorporated in 1796 and named for the then-Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson, traces its history to the latter part of the 18th Century.

PO Box 143, Route 2
Jefferson, NH 03583
Phone: 603-586-7021

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

The Hunt Building
The trustees will oversee the restoration of the Hunt Building to its originial splendor, meanwhile making it available for public use in keeping with the original gift; namely, a commitment to the community and a symbol of community spirit. To promote it's mission, the Board of Trustees may accept

6 Main St., Nashua, NH 03064
Phone: 603-594-3661

Warner House Association
The Warner House is an historic house museum C. 1716 located in downtown Portsmouth. 300 years...6 generations...a remarkable survivor.

150 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, NH 03802-0895
Phone: 603-436-5909
Web: http://www.warnerhouse.org

Hood Museum of Art
The Hood Museum of Art (www.hoodmuseum.dartmouth.edu) at Dartmouth College in Hanover welcomes visitors to special exhibitions, lectures, Family Days (kids create their own masterpieces), and galleries highlighting a collection of 65,000 works of art and artifacts.

Dartmouth College, Wheelock Street, Hanover, NH 03755
Phone: 603-646-2808
Web: http://www.hoodmuseum.dartmouth.edu

Horatio Colony House Museum
1806 Historic house museum with original furnishing and fabulous antiques from four generations of the Colony family, prominent Keene industrialists, offering tours and educational programs. 614 wooded nature preserve (not at same site) with hiking trails for education and recreation.

199 Main St., Keene, NH 03431
Phone: 603-352-0460
Web: http://www.horatiocolonymuseum.org

Abbot-Spalding House Museum
Built in 1802-04, this Federal-style house was the home of Daniel Abbot, founder of Nashua.

5 Abbot St., Nashua, NH 03064
Phone: 603-883-0015
Web: http://www.nashuahistoricalsociety.org

Lake Winnipesaukee Museum
Experience the history and heritage of Lake Winnipesaukee. Free Admission. Open all year.

503 N. Endicott St., Route 3, Weirs Beach, NH 03246
Phone: 603-366-5950
Web: http://www.lakewinnipesaukeemuseum.org

Currier Museum of Art
Great art is just the beginning at the Currier, where you can enjoy dynamic programs along with great works by artists like Picasso, Monet, O'Keeffe and Warhol in a beautifully expanded museum with dramatic Winter Garden café & expansive shop.

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

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