Best of NH 2016 Arts & Culture
Expand your mind (and have some fun at the same time) with local musicians, art galleries, theatres, music stores, concert halls and festivals.
Author: New Hampshire Magazine Staff
Best of NH 2016 Fun & Adventure
It's time to get out of the house! Take an art class, catch a show, stroll through a gorgeous garden or go on a mysterious treasure hunt.
Best of NH 2016 This & That
Sometimes cool things defy categorization. Here are our favorite odds and ends from spicy ketchup to a very quirky small town event.
Best of NH 2016 Favorite Restaurants
Here are your favorite restaurants - as determined by the Readers' Poll - in all regions of the state.
Famous Granite Staters and fun facts about NH
Quick facts about NH that will impress your dinner party guests (or, teach you a quick thing or two about your home state)
Your Letters From the June 2016 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Thanks for the Mention I just wanted to thank you for covering Bedrock Gardens in your lovely magazine ["May Picks,"…
Antique and Classic Cars at Castle in the Clouds
Visit the Castle in the Clouds on July 9 to see some perfect vehicles for the stylish time traveler.
The Big Spender
Looking to go all-out this summer? Why not stay at a grand hotel, rent a mansion on Lake Winnipesaukee or take a seaplane tour.
Family-friendly summer events and activities
Events and places the entire family will love from the iconic Story Land and Canobie Lake Park to learning about nature or Thomas the Tank Engine rides on the Conway Scenic Railroad.
Hatbox Theatre Promotes Local Art At the Mall
Concord's only black box theatre can be found at the Steeplegate Mall.
Evening of Compassion & Magic
On May 12 support the Animal Rescue League of NH by attending this fun event that features Best of NH Award-winning magician Andrew Pinard.
Your Letters From the May 2016 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Weather Fix Loved the whole issue as usual, but I was particularly impressed with the portrait series, “Recovering” [March, 2016]. The…
Craft Beer Comes to Concord
Lithermans Limited Brewery brings music-tinged brews to the capital.
2016 Best of NH Readers' Poll winners
View a list of the 2016 Best of NH Food and Drink winners as voted on by our readers.
Remarkable Women 2016: The next generation
The Granite State is known as a place where women’s contributions are valued and recognized. But the next generation of women seems poised to crank things up a notch and boldly go where no one has gone before.
Your Letters From the April 2016 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Plus and Minus There I was, standing in line at a Market Basket, when I looked over and a picture…
Join the Beer Club!
New Hampshire Magazine is teaming up with New England's Tap House Grille of Hooksett to bring you a series of beer events featuring local NH breweries.
Top Doctors 2016
A list of the Top Vote-Getters and Leading Physicians for 2016.
Top Doctors Readers' Poll Winners 2016
Top Vote-Getters and Leading Physicians from the 2015 Top Doctors Readers' Poll.
Top Doctors 2015
A list of the Top Vote-Getters and Leading Physicians for 2016.
Top Doctors Readers' Poll Winners 2015
Top Vote-Getters and Leading Physicians from the 2015 Top Doctors Readers' Poll.
“Killer Heels: The Art of the High-Heeled Shoe”
Peruse 300 years of fabulous footwear at the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester.
Your Letters From the March 2016 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Newt Blues Just a note regarding Spot the Newt and Hawk. I am sure many people have found them accurately.…
A Portrait of Franklin Pierce
Franklin Pierce, the only president from New Hampshire, led a rather grim life.
Your Letters From the February 2016 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. You Are Here We have been subscribing to NH Magazine for several years. We live in New Jersey and vacation…
What You Loved in 2015
The top 10 stories of 2015 as determined by you!
Cellar Notes Old World vs. New World Cabernet & Merlot
As part of NH Wine Week the New Hampshire Liquor Commission has gathered five leading wine winemakers in the area of Cabernet and Merlot.
Your Letters From the January 2016 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. A Place to Call Their Own There is a place to explore in the near future … Poor Tom’s Tavern…
Christmas and Christmas Eve Dinners
Forget about doing the dishes! Celebrate at a cozy inn, grand hotel or fine restaurant this Christmas.
Help NH Audubon Count Birds
You can help New Hampshire Audubon with the annual Christmas Bird Count in December and the Backyard Winter Bird Survey in February.
2015 It List
Our 2015 It List is the who’s who of New Hampshire. Meet 14 influential Granite Staters who represent STEM education, the arts, politics, business, publishing and the simple joy of shaking things up for the better.
World Holiday Food Traditions
We rounded up a selection of New Hampshire bakeries for you to experience the united nations of Christmas in our state, and the spirit of celebrating and giving.
Your Letters From the December 2015 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Sparking Memories I enjoyed your editorial in the November issue. It “sparked” some very nice memories. I grew up in…
Gifts for Holiday Travel
Traveling this Christmas? Here are creative gift ideas that won't over stuff your luggage.
Artistic Gifts at the League of NH Craftsmen Shops
Find one-of-a-kind, locally crafted gifts at the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Fine Craft Galleries around the state.
Give the Gift of Experience
What do you get the person who has everything? Give them a chance to live a dream.
Think Small
Traveling this Christmas? Here are creative gift ideas that won't over stuff your luggage.
Local and Artistic Gifts at the League of NH Craftsmen Shops
Find one-of-a-kind, locally crafted gifts at the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Fine Craft Galleries around the state.
Thanksgiving and Christmas Recipes
Over the years we've collected recipes from local chefs. Here are our favorites for holiday gatherings.
Your Letters from the October 2015 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Making Summer Last Loved the late bloomers article [September 2015]. Are flowers so much more beautiful to me this year…
Your Letters from the September 2015 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Not OK to Dis While I enjoyed the article “How New Hampshire Created the Modern World” [June 2015], I find…
Stories of Transformations on the Appalachian Trail
No one walks the 2,180 miles of the Appalachian Trail and emerges unchanged. Nearly three of every four who set out to do it fail, but even among those the attempt marks a transformative moment in life.
145th Annual Lancaster Fair
A New Hampshire tradition returns for the 145th season on September 2-7.
A New Symphony NH Season
There's no need to leave the Granite State to enjoy an enchanting night at the symphony.
Lakes Region Parade of Homes 2015
A home tour that offers great inspiration during Columbus Day Weekend from October 10-12.
NH Humanities Council Dinner with Azar Nafisi
This year's fundraiser, happening on October 13, features Azar Nafisi, a human rights activist and the bestselling author of "Reading Lolita in Tehran."
Your Letters from the August 2015 Issue
Send letters to Editor Rick Broussard, New Hampshire Magazine, 150 Dow St. Manchester, NH 03101 or e-mail him at editor@nhmagazine.com. Returned Ring After reading your yard sale stories [“Yahd Sales,” April 2015] about people who bought items for a few…
Vaping in New Hampshire
SubStyle Vapors on Main Street in Concord and lounges in Penacook and Plymouth offer communal vaping and supplies.
The Buttons are Coming!
Thousands of buttons will be on display from July 27-August 1 in Manchester during the National Button Society’s annual convention.
Next Bests
I’m a second child in my family, so I have a great sympathy for runners-up. When I see someone picked as “the Best,” I often wonder. “Who came in next?”
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