Exeter, New Hampshire

History

Hampton, New Hampshire

Historical Society

The Association of Historical Societies of New Hampshire, Inc was formed at a meeting held September 15, 1950 in “The Little Red Schoolhouse” in Wakefield with thirteen societies represented. It was incorporated on October 16, 1951 with twenty-four charter member societies plus about 100 individual members. Membership is invited from all who are interested in the rich history of the Granite State. Regular meetings and educational programs are held four times a year on the 4th Saturday of April, June, August and October. The location and program for each meeting is announced in the Association’s newsletter, The Associate, which is distributed by mail to all members. The Annual Meeting of the Association, with election of officers is held in conjunction with the regular October meeting.

Portsmouth, New Hampshire

General, History, Historic House

This Portsmouth Historical Society pilot project has converted the former city library to a new “one stop” central gateway to the historical, cultural and artistic venues of greater Portsmouth and a new exhibition site displaying the art and history of the region.

Hampton, New Hampshire

Children's, General, History, Historical Society, Park

Hampton's triangular-shaped park bounded by Landing Road, Park Avenue, and Cuss Lane (across Park Ave. from the Tuck Museum complex) was dedicated as 'Meeting House Green Memorial Park' on Wednesday, October 14 (Founders Day), 1925. It is commonly called 'Memorial Park' or 'Founders Park.'

Hampton Falls, New Hampshire

Cemetery, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

Board Meetings open to public are held the second Tuesdays of each month starting at 6:45 pm at the Museum May-October, and at the Hampton Falls Free Public Library behind the Town Hall on Drinkwater Road.

Hampton, New Hampshire

Children's, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Science, Specialized

Built by the Seacoast Fireman’s Union, this building contains a 19th century fire pumper, a collection of antique fire alarms, a Whiting Light (precursor to today’s emergency flashing lights), photographs, and other fire fighting equipment.

Kensington, New Hampshire

Library

Rye, New Hampshire

General, History, Historical Society

The mission of the Rye Historical Society is to preserve the town's past and appreciate its heritage by collecting and displaying artifacts, documents, photos and oral histories at the Rye Town Museum. Through special exhibits and regular programs and museum hours the society aims to engage people in the vital aspects of Rye's history so that current issues may be better understood and future plans respect the natural and human history of the town.

Stratham, New Hampshire

Historical Society

Stratham can trace it's roots back to London through a business venture of Edward Hilton, and the Fisherman's Guild of London. When the men first landed with their families and all of their belongings, they began to settle. They then petitioned the Plymouth Council for a grant of land only after setting up a fishery at Hilton Point. It was on March 12, 1629 that the Plymouth Council granted the Hilton Patent which included Wecanacohunt and Squamscott (this is the land that Stratham is now on), to Edward Hilton. Read more at our website ...

Exeter, New Hampshire

History, Historical Society, Library

Exeter, New Hampshire

Historic House

Hampton, New Hampshire

Archaeology, Botanical Garden, Children's, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Park

The aims of the Society (the name was officially changed in 1994) have also become broader. To accomplish its goal of the promotion and preservation of the history and heritage of Hampton, the Society conducts an active educational program of tours and lectures thoughout the year.

Hampton, New Hampshire

General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

Several years ago, the Hampton Historical Society acquired this school house, which stood on Lafayette Road near the North Hampton town line, and moved it to its present site on the Meeting House Green.

North Hampton, New Hampshire

Library

Rye, New Hampshire

Children's, Military, Natural History, Nature Centers, Park, Science

The Seacoast Science Center is a marine science education institution that provides fun and interactive learning experiences for families through nature programs and live animal exhibits.

Hampton, New Hampshire

Archaeology, Botanical Garden, Children's, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Park

History museum specializing in items pertaining to the history of hampton, NH. 5 building- Main Museum, Fire Museum, 1796 Barn, 1850's schoolhouse and Tourist beach cottage.