Museums

Seacoast African American Cultural Center
Located within the Discover Portsmouth Center, the Seacoast African American Cultural Center is a cultural resource center that celebrates the lives and achievements of black people, with emphasis on the unique story of African Americans in the Seacoast. Exhibits and cultural programs are offered.

10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-430-6027
Web: http://www.saacc-nh.org

New England Ski Museum
Exhibits on history of skiing; research library and collections; Museum Shop; vintage ski films.

11 Franconia Notch State Park, Franconia, NH 03580-0267
Phone: 603-823-7177
Web: http://www.skimuseum.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

America's Stonehenge
4000 year old archaeological site. A maze of man made chambers and astronomical alignments. Self guided tours and an introductory video provide insight into who may have constructed this amazing site.

105 Haverhill Rd., North Salem, NH 03079
Phone: 603-893-8300
Web: http://www.stonehengeusa.com

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

Diocesan Museum

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

Webster Cottage Museum
1780 farmhouse, originally built for the Reverend Sylvanus Ripley and his wife, Abigail, daughter of Dartmouth College founder and first president Reverend Eleazar Wheelock. Maintained by Hanover Historical Society. Daniel Webster lived here as a student; some furnishings were once his.

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

Children's Museum of New Hampshire
Uniquely New Hampshire, this hands-on arts and sciences museum engages children's natural curiosity. Children ages 1-12 can explore aeronautics, brainwaves, dinosaurs, world cultures, nature, music, art and more. Special baby/toddler area. Open year round in a beautiful riverfront park. Museum Shop.

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

Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm
A working farm and museum, depicting 200 years of NH history.

58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, NH 03886
Phone: 603-323-7591
Web: http://www.remickmuseum.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

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

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
Web: http://www.huntbuilding.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

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 Rd., Warner, NH 03278
Phone: 603-456-2600
Web: http://www.indianmuseum.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.

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

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

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

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

Lisbon Historic Railroad Station & Museum
A unique & distinctive architectural structure built circa 1870 by the Boston, Concord and Montreal Railroad, this historic station was completely renovated in 2008. It is being used as a visitor center/community building, offices for Lisbon Main Street, Inc., and a railroad museum.

25 Central St., Lisbon, NH 03585
Phone: 603-838-6376
Web: http://www.lisbonnh.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.

One Summer St., Town Hall, Charlestown, NH 03603
Phone: 603-826-9726

Newmarket Historical Society

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

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

Monadnock Folklore Society
The Monadnock Folklore Society was founded in 1980 with the intent of increasing the visibility of folk dance and music in Southwestern New Hampshire. We present Contra Dances on Monday nights in the Nelson Town Hall. Concerts are presented occasionally, see Web page for current information.

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

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

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

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

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/

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

New Hampshire Telephone Museum
Discover 130 years of telephone history at one of our country’s finest exhibits of antique telephones and equipment.

22 E. Main St, Warner, NH 03278
Phone: 603-456-2234
Web: http://www.nhtelephonemuseum.com

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

America's Credit Union Museum
America's Credit Union Museum is the only national museum for credit unions and their history.

418-420 Notre Dame Ave., Manchester, NH 03102
Phone: 603-629-1553
Web: http://www.acumuseum.org

Peterborough Historical Society & Museum
Museum of local history and research archives, changing exhibits and special events throughout the year. Located in downtown Peterborough. Includes children's exhibit, Come Play in the Town's Attic, with games, crafts, and activities for families.

19 Grove St., Peterborough, NH 03458
Phone: 603-924-3235
Web: http://www.peterboroughhistory.org

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

Barrett House, Forest Hall
The stately Federal-style museum (c. 1800) features Barrett family furnishings, French scenic wallpaper, and a third-floor ballroom. Open the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, Jun - Oct 15. Guided tours offered 11 am - 4 pm, on the hour. Admission is , Historic New England members free.

79 Main St., New Ipswich, NH 03071
Phone: 603-878-2517
Web: http://www.historicnewengland.org/visit/homes/barrett.htm

Cathedral of the Pines
Cathedral of the Pines is a historic natural sanctuary, memorial, and outdoor cathedral honoring the past while promoting peace and tolerance.

10 Hale Hill Rd., Rindge, NH 03461
Phone: 603-899-3300
Web: http://www.cathedralofthepines.org

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/

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

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

Gilford'sThompson-Ames Historical Society
Gilford's Thompson-Ames Historical Society is a nonprofit 501c(3)Charitable organization.

PO Box 7404, Gilford, Ne 03247
Phone: 603-527-9009
Web: http://www.gilfordhistoricalsociety.org

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

Monadnock Children's Museum

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion Historic Site
National Historic Landmark and 18th century residence of N.H.'s first royal governor, Benning Wentworth. Purple lilacs, descendants of European stock imported by Wentworth, decorate the grounds. A great area for picnicking, kayaking or taking a stroll. Mansion tours, art classes and function rentals

375 Little Harbor Rd., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: 603-436-6607
Web: http://www.nhstateparks.org

Clark House Museum Complex
This house was built in 1778, the builder unknown. It's the family home of a 100-acre working farm that extended from South Main Street to the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee.

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

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., Rte. 125, Milton, NH 03851
Phone: 603-652-7840
Web: http://www.farmmuseum.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

Lockehaven Schoolhouse Museum
One-room nineteenth century school house containing desks and other materials from that period of time.

East Hill Ibey Road, Enfield, NH 03748
Phone: 603-632-7740

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