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...]
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...]
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...]
Great Bay Discovery Center (Greenland)
Inside is the Discovery Center and outside are trails/boardwalk with stream, etc. First, the inside: Discovery center has interpretive exhibits about the Great Bay Estuary and the amazing creatures that call it home. Hands-on estuarine touch tank as they learn about lobsters, horseshoe crabs, mud … [Read more...]
Great Bay Discovery Center (Greenland)
Inside the Discovery Center are interpretive exhibits about the Great Bay Estuary and the amazing creatures that call it home. Children can get their hands wet in an estuarine touch tank as they learn about lobsters, horseshoe crabs, mud snails and more. Interactive displays about salt marsh … [Read more...]
Mariposa Museum/World Culture Center (Peterborough)
A hands-on, child-friendly museum of artifacts from around the world that focuses on other cultures, and where visitors can tour the exhibits with visual and audio aids. Hands on costume and puppet/marionette alcoves, gallery and collection of musical instruments. In addition to their permanent … [Read more...]