Just 23 minutes from Portsmouth, 27 minutes from Manchester and VERY kid-friendly, Coppal House Farm is a working farm in the small, quaint and scenic town of Lee, NH, and in addition to offering their naturally-made cold-pressed Sunflower Oil from their own crops as well as other locally-made … [Read more...]
Seacoast Museums/Educational
American Independence Museum – Exeter (Inland Seacoast)
Located in historic Exeter which was the original capitol of New Hampshire, the American Independence Museum features stories of the brave men and women who overcame their uncertainties about freedom from Great Britain and established our country. Among the museum’s permanent collection of … [Read more...]
Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse Tour (New Castle)
The Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse has resumed tours conducted by volunteers who will tell you the history of the lighthouse and other pertinent stuff as you enjoy the best views in the area of several of the Isles of Shoals, Portsmouth Naval Prison, four of the forts protecting the harbor in the old … [Read more...]
Emery Farm (Durham)
One of the oldest working family farms in the US (same-family-owned for 350 years), they have a petting barn that opens in May each year with home-grown produce for sale as it comes into season (some pick-your-own available). In fall months, special events are added with tractor-pulled hay … [Read more...]
Fuller Gardens (North Hampton)
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...]
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 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...]
Strawbery Banke Museum
This is a multi-era "neighborhood," its houses restored to reflect different time periods as lived by generations of people who settled in Portsmouth from the late 17th to mid-20th centuries. Historic landscapes and gardens, interpretive programs and featured exhibits. Hours: May 1 - October … [Read more...]
Seacoast Science Center (Rye)
Of interest to all ages, this is about ocean education with activities both indoors and outside, from hands-on touching of squishies and exhibits to organized day camp programs for exploration and lots in between. Hours: November-February: Open Saturday-Monday and school vacation days … [Read more...]
USS Albacore Park & Museum (Portsmouth)
Explore a dry-docked submarine built with the post WWII revolutionary teardrop design, known for speed and maneuverability. This was the third submarine in the US Navy given the albacore designation and was actively used for research and testing. They have other related memorabilia plus a museum … [Read more...]
The Woodman Institute (Dover)
Focusing on early 20th century, four historic buildings include The Ladd-Gilman House, an original 1675 colonial garrison house furnished with period artifacts. Abolitionist Senator John P. Hale’s 1813 vintage home displays furniture, paintings, fire & police memorabilia, nautical instruments … [Read more...]