4.5USS Albacore Museum(616 reviews) - You won't regret visiting this! Sunday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
The USS Albacore is a research submarine, designed by the U.S. Navy to test experimental features used in modern submarines. The Navy tested top-secret features that led to the high-speed silent operation used on modern U.S. submarines. Today, Albacore has been preserved and is opened to the public Every visitor can go inside and explore this remarkable submarine. You will be able to look through the periscope, explore the control room, engineering spaces, and bunkrooms, and hear crew members tell of things that happened when they were at sea. Tours through Albacore are self-guided. As you walk through the ship, a series of audio stations highlight Albacore's unique features. Recordings by former crew members tell about daily life and some hair-raising incidents aboard the sub. The Visitor Center is your starting point for the tour. The Gift Shop offers souvenirs of your visit. The Memorial Garden preserves the memory of those who have served on Albacore and other U.S. submarines.See more..
4.5Millyard Museum(112 reviews) - Excellent overview of the industrial revolution in Manchester and great info from Beverley Speciality Museums • History Museums
Museum dedicated to history and influence of the mills in Manchester.See more..
4.5Woodman Institute Museum(105 reviews) - As Good as Big Museums in Big Cities Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 AM Speciality Museums
Museum campus has four buildings, featuring natural scince,local history,decorative arts, and contemporary art. Considered NH,s most eclectic museum. Yankee magazine award for best small museum in New England. Founded in 1916.See more..
4.5New Hampshire Boat Museum(97 reviews) - Fun on the lake Sunday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
The Museum features many of the finest examples of vintage mahogany and antique boats on a rotating basis, including; Gar Wood, Chris-Craft, Century, Dodge, Penn Yan, Lyman and Hacker. There are runabouts, race-boats, canoes, guide boats, and sail boats. Whether you are an outboard, steam, paddle or sail enthusiast, the displays, enhanced with archival photos, trophies and models, bring to life a truly grand era of boating. If you love the fine craftsmanship of a vintage boat, the aura of a time gone by, or the camaraderie of being with people who share your interest in preserving the past; the New Hampshire Boat Museum offers you many venues to explore through exhibits, events, and educational programs.See more..
This 1758 colonial, gambrel-roofed house was the home of Revolutionary War naval hero John Paul Jones while in Portsmouth during the war, and now features a collection of furniture, toys, guns, canes and a historic garden. The museum is open Memorial Day - mid October.See more..
5.0New Hampshire Telephone Museum(79 reviews) - Great visit with a bus group. Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
The New Hampshire Telephone Museum houses a tangible history of telecommunications which can be viewed via guided or self-guided tours. Our knowledgeable staff provides engaging commentary highlighting important moments in telephone history, such as the race to the patent office, the undertaker who invented the dial system, and much more. Our enthusiastic staff and our collection of over 1000 artifacts, have made the New Hampshire Telephone Museum one of the must-see attractions in the state, as well as an important educational resource. Stop by and see why people say “WOW!” when they walk through the door!See more..
A small museum but packed with history. There is significance even with many everyday-looking items in the museum so we highly recommend a guided tour. Pam was our guide and she sets the bar very high! She is very knowledgeable and makes the information quite interesting. Kudos also to Emma for seeing us wandering the grounds on the back side of the museum wondering if it was open. She came outside and called to us to say that it was open.See more..
4.5Mariposa Museum of World Cultures(35 reviews) - Oh boy, what fun! Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums In this restored Baptist church marionettes perform opera.See more..
4.5The Libby Museum of Natural History(31 reviews) - A neat little natural history museum in a beautiful location Sunday: 12:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
The Libby Museum is the oldest natural history museum in New Hampshire. Located in Wolfeboro, it is situated on Lake Winnipesaukee with an unobstructed scenic vista across Winter Harbor, reflecting Dr. Libby’s wish to ensure the scenic landscape remains open to the public in perpetuity. Inside is a collection of birds, furred animals, skeletons and exotic artifacts dedicated to Dr. Libby’s love of the natural world. Adults: $5 Children 16 & Under, Veterans, and Members: FreeSee more..
It was full of kids with their parents on a Sunday, guided by the museum's volunteers. The museum is small but full of interesting artifacts in local and overall air flight history, plus it has a computerized flight trainer that kids can try with the help of one of the guides. So great for a kid to try flying.See more..
The mission of the Historical Society of Cheshire County is to collect, preserve and communicate the history of Cheshire County. To implement this mission, the Society is committed to: Share and interpret the materials of Cheshire County history with all who are interested in the region’s past and present. Serve as a regional studies center encompassing archive, artifact and manuscript research collections, the Wyman Tavern period house, public information, and educational programs. Cooperate with local and state historical and educational institutions to form a partnership in regional historical education. Prepare and sponsor educational exhibits and publications.See more..
4.5New Hampshire Farm Museum(14 reviews) - Cute and Short, Interesting Tour Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Farms • History Museums
The New Hampshire Farm Museum is a non-profit educational organization consisting of two adjoining farmsteads situated on 50 acres located on Plummer's Ridge in Milton, New Hampshire. Visitors can tour the historic Jones Farmhouse, explore the barns, and visit with farm animals, among other activities.See more..
My great niece needed to do a school project about her ancestors and she decided to do it on her father’s side of the family. Her great grandmother and the AMAZING women at the Exeter Historical Society helped her uncover some exciting information and complete her report, while learning so much. With the Historical Society’s assistance, she was able to trace her ancestors back to England and the ship that they sailed on and when they arrived in the US in 1638. She also found that though them, she is related to two of the founding families of Exeter, NH, and that one of her ancestors signed the Declaration of Independence! The guardians of the treasure trove of information and artifacts at the Exeter Historical Society are knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Make an appointment today to find out more about your family history or to learn more about Exeter’s history. Well worth a visit!!See more..
5.0The Ice House Museum(12 reviews) - A Delightful, Engaging Surprise! Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
This museum is an absolute gem and so is “Storm”. His substantial knowledge of history, cars, tools and appliances used in every day life is incredible and so is this museum’s fascinating collection. There are lots of opportunities to actually try things. We worked a 125 year old washing machine, jacked up a carriage and made calls with early phones…and so much more. Our group of 2 adults and 4 kids from 12 to 16 were even given a rides on an early Ford. I hope to return before our local visit ends. If you visit, you won’t regret it!See more..
4.5New London Historical Society(12 reviews) - Worth a few hours Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
Very nice museum with interesting exhibits of New London history. Their collection of old carriages is great. Set up as an old village, with several interesting buildings.See more..
4.5Clark House Museum(12 reviews) - Beautiful gardens Speciality Museums
This museum gave us a taste of what life was like in the early 1900s. Beautiful garden between the buildings. See more..
5.0Scouting Museum and Library(12 reviews) - Anyone who is or was a Boy Scout will love this place. Speciality Museums
Founded about 30 years ago by a couple of well known NH scouters; Max Silber and Lawrence Lee, this place is a scouting mecca. Their display covers all aspects of the Boy Scout movement from its' founder Lord Baden-Powell in 1910 to the program as it is currently enjoyed. There are displays of memorabilia from all decades including: the jamborees, Order of the Arrow, Scouts on Stamps, uniforms and so much more. There is also an extensive scouting library which can e used for historical research. One of the highlights is a display of the scouting history of Mr. Silber who was recognized with scouting's highest awards. Also is a display of the many belt buckles he designed for local, national and world scouting events. If you have ever been a scout or adult scouter or are one now, you have to stop by this museum which is located in a scout camp; Camp Carpenter in Manchester, NH.See more..
3.5America's Credit Union Museum(7 reviews) - Credit Union members would enjoy this museum Sunday: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Speciality Museums As someone who has been involved with credit unions for many years, I wanted to visit the American Credit Union Museum while in Manchester. We found the location with the aid of our Garmin in a picturesque section of the town. The entrance to the museum is actually on the side street and we had to ring the bell to enter. Once inside, the museum's Executive Director Stephanie took us on a tour. While I knew some credit union history, I was pleased to learn many details that were new to me. There really is an interesting story here and the former mansion is a perfect place to house the museum.See more..
It has been my mission of late to explore local sites/buildings etc. You know these are the ones we all just become so familiar with we just drive by and don't give it a second thought. There are truly little gems everywhere. My visit was very good here. The building itself is gorgeous inside. There is a lot of wood and paneling and an upstairs with a high ceiling that lets a lot of light in. To be fair they were in the midst of setting up an art show so things were a bit displaced but I would go again another time. One item that was impressive to me is the old dugout canoe found in a local lake when the water level was low. I also found a grandfather clock built by my 7th great grandfather. Cool! Be aware they are only opened Thurs,Fri and Sat.See more..
The Aidron Duckworth Museum is a modern and contemporary art museum considered a gem of the Upper Connecticut River Valley. Located in beautiful Meriden, New Hampshire, the Duckworth provides insight into artist Aidron Duckworth's life, art, and teaching practice in a career that spanned over 40 years. On display are rotating works from the Museum's extensive collection as well as exhibitions of contemporary works by local artists. Housed in a four-room school house and sitting on a pristine acre in the hills of New Hampshire, the Aidron Duckworth Museum provides art lovers an exciting entrance into the art world of the Upper Connecticut River Valley. Open seasonally from April 28 - October 28, Friday - Sunday 10am-5pm or by appointment.See more..
This was a fun stop on our way out. The small park is pretty and it is relaxing to look out on the lake.See more..
5.0UNH Observatory(3 reviews) - Outing with cub scouts Speciality Museums
We had a great night out with some fellow cub scouts and friends. Professor and students were great to answer questions of both young and old. The large scope in the observatory was open along with a couple others outside to get views. Thank you for a great night. Hope to come back soon. See more..
5.0Seacoast Fire Museum(3 reviews) - Fire Museum Speciality Museums Was very interesting, my husband just loved it! Loved all the old fire equipment.......well thought out! Will visit again with family!See more..
4.5Heritage Park Railroad Museum(2 reviews) - Local history museum in Union, NH- informative and well-presented. Great way to spend an hour. Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums This is the best small town history museum I’ve ever seen. In the station they tell the story of the railroad, telegraphy, ice harvest and small town NH life. In the freight house, there is an amazing model railroad depicting the area - 100 years ago. Volunteer staff is friendly and well-informed. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Noon-4, Sat and Sun (summertime).See more..
5.0Muster Field Farm Museum(1 review) - Farm Days Event in August Speciality Museums • History Museums I had heard a lot about Farm Days at Muster Field, but this year was my first experience. A friends, her teen daughter, and I spent a couple hours walking the property, historic buildings, craftsmen's tents, and historic displays. Wish I'd had another hour or more because there was still more to see and do, including the wildflower gardens, food vendors, farm animals, antique farm trucks, and war encampment. We learned from talking to and watching the craftsmen, enjoyed a vegetable sandwich and homemade ice cream, watched historic farm equipment at work, and attended a special church service in the barn. Parking was easy; $5 donation requested. Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes for walking over uneven ground.See more..
5.0The Colonel Paul Wentworth House(1 review) - A REMARKABLE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM & A TREASURE Speciality Museums • History Museums
4.0Newport Historical Society(1 review) - Great Little Town Museum in Newport, NH Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums If you are in Newport, NH or near the Lake Sunapee area looking for something to do, Stop by. Very nice history of the town with exhibits, and a lot of old family records. Displays include a colonial kitchen, a representational one room school house, a gallery of fine oil paintings by Andre Champollion, a colonial bedroom and our ‘Newport Room’. They change the displays twice a year. Very friendly people willing to show you around. Open Sundays 10:00am to 2:00 pm throughout the year or by appointment. It's worth a stop.See more..
5.0Gilman Garrison House(1 review) - A one-of-a-kind colonial house Speciality Museums
The Gilman Garrison House is a rare surviving example of a First Period garrison house, built with a number of clearly defense-related features. Built in 1709 by Councillor John Gilman, a proprietor of sawmills and member of a prominent family involved in shipping, the 2 1/2-story T-shaped structure with a gabled roof and clapboarded exterior is located at 12 Water Street in Exeter, New Hampshire. It stands near the eastern end of Exeter's historic waterfront commercial district. Today, it is owned by Historic New England, which operates the home as a house museum. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. In constructing his home, Gilman fortified it for protection. The oldest portion has a frame of oak timbers with heaving wooden planking forming its walls. The upper floor projects over the ground floor and there is evidence that the overhang originally had firing portholes in its floor. There also are wall structures indicating that part of the house could be isolated by means of a wooden portcullis.See more..
Tour this cottage on the edge of Hall's Brook, where Mary Baker Eddy (the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science) lived from 1855-1860 with her second husband, Daniel Patterson. Her experiences here were vital links to her discovery. Also see the remaining stone foundation of Daniel Patterson's saw mill. Paired with Mary Baker Eddy Historic House-Rumney tour.See more..
