Museums

Mary Baker Eddy Historic Home
Mrs. Eddy moved to this house in 1889, undertaking a landmark revision of her primary work, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures."

62 N. State St., Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-225-3444
Web: http://www.longyear.org

Sugar Hill Historical Museum
Exhibit for the 2009 Summer Season: What They Wore: Fashions of our Grand Hotels. 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 03585
Phone: 603-823-5336
Web: http://www.sugarhillnh.org/app/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=70&Itemid=72

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

The Frost Place
The Frost Place is poet Robert Frost's 1915 farm homestead, now a center for poetry and the arts.

Ridge Road, Franconia, NH 03580
Phone: 603-823-5510
Web: http://www.frostplace.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

Monadnock Folklore Society
The Monadnock Folklore Society was founded in 1980 with the intent of increasing the visibility of folk dance and music in the greater Monadnock region of Southwestern New Hampshire

1 Nelson Common Rd., Nelson, NH 03457
Phone: 603-352-8616
Web: http://www.monadnockfolk.org

Historic New England
Historic New England is the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive regional heritage 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

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

Ashland Railroad Station Museum
Historic 1891 railroad station; museum of railroad history and artifacts.

69 Depot St., Route 132, Ashland, NH 032I7
Phone: 603-968-7716
Web: http://www.oldashlandnh.org

Moffett House Museum
Victorian house build about 1890. Museum and genealogy center. Newly restored physician's office.

119 High St., Berlin, NH 03570
Phone: 603-752-4590

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

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

Museum of New Hampshire History
New Hampshire's only statewide history museum features exhibitions exploring the Granite State's past.

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

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

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

Fitts Museum
Experience firsthand an early NH country home and it's carefully preserved furnishings and artifacts.

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

Meredith Children's Museum

28 Lang St., Meredith, NH 03253
Phone: 603-279-1090

Derry Fire Department Museum

West Broadway Fire Station, Derry, NH 03038
Phone: 603-432-3188

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/

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

New Hampshire Antiquarian Society
We are a museum and research center focusing on early life in New Hampshire, particularly the Hopkinton and Contoocook area. Collections include portraits, photos, fire equipment, musical instruments, Native American materials, objects of daily life, and manuscripts.

300 Main St., Hopkinton, NH 03229
Phone: 603-746-3825
Web: http://www.nhantiquarian.org

Newmarket Historical Society

Granite Street, Stone School Museum
Newmarket, NH 03857
Phone: 603-659-7420

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

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

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

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.

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

Dorchester Historical Society Museum
Town of Dorchester

Route 118, on the Common, Dorchester, NH 03266
Phone: 603-523-7136
Web: http://townofdorchester.net

Hillsborough Heritage Museum
A non-profit organization working to preserve the old firehouse as a museum to house the history of Hillsborough.

hillsborough, Hillsborough, NH 03244
Phone: 603-464-3637

Eastman-Lord House Museum
The Conway Historical Society is headquartered in the Eastman Lord House, circa 1818 residence of Conway mill owner, William Kimball Eastman. Seventeen rooms are open to the public furnished in periods from 1818 through 1945.

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

Muster Field Farm Museum
An 18th-century historic homestead, restored farm buildings and bicentennial working farm.

Harvey Road, North Sutton, NH 03260
Phone: 603-927-4276
Web: http://www.musterfieldfarm.com

Margret & H.A. Rey Center
Margret and H.A. Rey, authors of the Curious George children’s book series were former summer residents of Waterville Valley, NH. Today their spirit lives on in the Margret and H.A. Rey Center, dedicated to honoring the Reys’ legacy through art, science, and adventure programs.

5 Noon Peak Rd., Waterville Valley, NH 03215
Phone: 603-236-3308
Web: http://www.reycenter.org

Tuck Memorial Museum
The Tuck Memorial Museum on Meeting House Green at 40 Park Avenue is open during the summer months and special tours can be arranged by appointment. The admission is always FREE

40 Park Ave.,, Hampton, NH 03842
Phone: 603-929-0781
Web: http://www.hampton.lib.nh.us/hampton/history/holman/tuckmuse.htm

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

The Little Nature Museum Inc.
Small, 54-year-old nonprofit nature center at Gould Hill Orchards, Contoocook. Open June 27 through Nov. 1st on weekends and holidays; check website for hours. Open weekdays and for groups by appointment. Hands-on collections, exhibits, activities, programs, trails for all ages.

656 Gould Hill Rd., Contoocook, NH 03229
Phone: 603-746-6121
Web: http://www.littlenaturemuseum.org

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.

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

Whipple House Museum
Local historical museum in attractive brick house, built in 1837. Birthplace and childhood home of Dr. George Hoyt Whipple, winner of Nober Prize in Medicine in 1934.

14 Pleasant Street, Ashland, NH 03217
Phone: 603-968-7716
Web: http://www.oldashlandnh.org

Monadnock Children's Museum

147 Washington Street, Keene, NH 03431
Phone: 603-357-5161

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

Spaulding and Frost Cooperage

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

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

Polar Caves Park
A family experience since 1922. Come 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 availa

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

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

Children's Museum of New Hampshire
Uniquely New Hampshire, this hands-on arts and sciences museum encourages children's natural curiosity. Children ages 1-12 can explore a wide range of interests, from aeronautics, brainwaves and dinosaurs to world cultures, nature, and music. Open year round. Riverfront setting. Museum Shop.

6 Washington St., Dover, NH 03820
Phone: 603-742-2002
Web: http://www.childrens-museum.org

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: 603-524-7611
Web: http://www.lawrence-clay-carpenter.com

Museum of Childhood

2784 Wakefield Road, Off Rte 16
Wakefield, NH 03872
Phone: 603-522-8073

Campton Historical Society
Museum houses historical displays, programs, and open house events.Open Thurs. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and by request.

529 Rte. 175, Campton, NH 03223
Phone: 603-726-3813
Web: http://www.camptonhistorical.org

Historical Society of Cheshire County
Permanent exhibits of glass, pottery, toys, silver; feature exhibits; extensive research library.

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

Mary Baker Eddy Historic Home
Mrs. Eddy lived in Rumney between 1860 and 1862. These were difficult years as she struggled with semi-invalidism, loneliness, and family problems, but they were also pivotal in her search for health and her exploration of the Bible.

58 Stinson Lake Rd., Rumney, NH 03266
Phone: 603-786-9943
Web: http://www.longyear.org

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

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

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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