One of the last remaining American "Estate Gardens" that were popular from 1890-1940, Fuller Gardens continues to thrive, with over 1,700 rose bushes, huge perennial borders, English Garden, flowering trees, an outstanding dahlia collection, a Japanese garden and more, separated into four main … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2014
Thorne-Sagendorph Art Gallery (Keene)
Impressive permanent collection as well as a year-round schedule of changing exhibits of national and international distinction with an additional bent toward works focusing on southwestern NH. Hours: During the academic year, Sun.-Wed. 12-5pm, Thurs.-Fri. 12-7pm and Sat. 12-8pm. Summer hours … [Read more...]
Surf Seafood Restaurant (Portsmouth)
To avoid confusion, this is the second of two Surf Seafood Restaurants, the first being in Nashua. Their cousin, also in Portsmouth, is Surf Sushi Bar. As to the Surf Seafood Restaurants, you'll find creative and delicious treatments in both food and cocktail offerings plus an impressive wine … [Read more...]
Pickity Place (Mason)
While a Destination Restaurant, we're including a shorter version under Merrimack Valley and Monadnock Region Restaurants because it straddles the two, and if you have time for a little scenic drive (40 minutes from Nashua and Manchester, 50 minutes from Keene), it would be a shame to miss knowing … [Read more...]
5 Thai Bistro (Portsmouth)
Authentic Thai cuisine, serving lunch and dinner. Family-owned, fine dining but where casual dress is fine. Gluten free choices included on menu. Appetizers, entrees, beer and wine. Dine in or take-out. Hours: Monday - Thursday, 11am-9pm. Friday, 11am-10pm. Saturday, noon-10pm. Sunday, … [Read more...]
Historical Society of Cheshire County (Keene)
Extensive archive of research materials and permanent exhibit containing hundreds of items from the important glass factories in Keene and Stoddard (1814-73), the Hampshire Pottery Company (1871-1923), and Wilkins and Kingsbury Toys (1890-1942). Additional paintings by Keene artist Barry Faulkner … [Read more...]
Robert Frost Farm (Derry)
A National Historic Landmark and home to one of the nation's most esteemed poets, with many of his writings calling on his memories from life here Robert Frost and his family lived here from 1900-1911. This 2-story farmhouse typifies New England at the time. Tours, displays and a walking … [Read more...]
Kearsarge Indian Museum (Warner)
Small museum but with a worthy and well organized collection of artifacts focusing on Native American cultures in different tribes and times. Guided tours for the public daily at 2pm, self-guided tours otherwise but staff members are helpful and informative. Walking trail through "The Medicine … [Read more...]
Seacoast Science & Nature Center at Seabrook Station (Seabrook)
A learning center with sea critters in a touch pool, hands-on exhibits on ecosystem and renewable, clean energy including nuclear, plus a 3/4-mile boardwalk nature trail through woods and marshlands with wildlife in their natural habitats. Picnic area. Hours: Open to the public on … [Read more...]
Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden (Portsmouth)
Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1968, this 250-year-old house showcases its original features as well as its use as a private home from 1763 when it was built, through 1900. Also one of America's finest Georgian mansions. It was originally built for merchant John Moffatt, then during the … [Read more...]
A Better Mouse Trap
Are you squeamish when it comes to mice? I am VERY squeamish when it comes to mice. One winter we got a bunch of the evil slithery little critters, and I went on a mouse research binge because I'm supposed to be smarter than they are. So far they'd been wrecking my self image in that regard. I … [Read more...]
Popover’s on the Square (Portsmouth)
Trendy casual breakfast/lunch/snack/pastries type place where you order at the counter. Soups, salads, sandwiches, gluten free breads. Diningroom is lighted and cheerful, sidewalk café seating in the summertime, and it's the kind of place where you can stop in, check email, etc. while … [Read more...]
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