Places and Things To Do in New Hampshire

A Guide to Beer, Food and History in Somersworth

Barbara Radcliffe Rogers,

You might know Somersworth for its iconic mills, but look a little further to find authentic Indonesian cuisine and great local beer.

Learn to Play Disc Golf

Everyone, from beginners to experts, can have fun with the accessible sport of disc golf. Here’s how (and where) to get started.

Emily Heidt,

The Mysterious Shaker Rock Piles

Why would someone take the time to carefully construct large piles of rocks in the forest outside Canterbury Shaker Village? Find out.

Marshall Hudson,

Ruined Ruins: Madame Sherri’s Castle Has Fallen

The ruins are located at the edge of the Madame Sherri Forrest at the bottom of Wantastiquet Mountain

J.W. Ocker,

Strange stipulations become a town tradition in Swanzey

The Mt. Caesar Union Library Association invites boys to ring the libary bell on the Fourth of July

Marshall Hudson,

A Newbury Tree House Getaway

A stay in Newbury that you won't forget.

Erica Thoits,

Rocky Adventures Abound in Rumney

Explore cliffs, boulders, caves and more

Barbara Radcliffe Rogers,

Achieving Your Dreams: New Hampshire Artist James Aponovich

James Aponovich shares his story about acceptance, rejection, and pursuing passion

Susanna Hargreaves,

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The Best Events Happening in June

This month brings a variety of events, from art walks to drive-in concerts to festivals.

Emily Heidt,

Get Off the Beaten Path in Ossipee

Next door to the famous Winnipesaukee is the lesser-known Ossipee Lake. It’s time you checked it out.

Barbara Radcliffe Rogers,

Discover a Secret Lupine Garden

When the lupine bloom in June, the public is invited to the Thomson Family Tree Farm & Wildlife Habitat Area.

Marshall Hudson,

40+ NH Museums to Visit This Summer

Don't let a little rain or dreary weather hold you down this summer. Hit the road and discover the many bright worlds to be explored inside New Hampshire's museums.

New Hampshire Magazine Staff,

Franklin: Reimagined and Revitalized

Plans for Franklin's new Mill City Park include a climbing wall, amphitheater, trails, water play areas and a chance to tackle white water rapids.

Anna-Kate Munsey,

Search and Rescue With NH's Army National Guard’s 238th Medevac Company

Practice is what makes it possible.

Marshall Hudson,

Did You Know the Old Man of the Mountain Had a Little Brother?

Though he's seen better days, here's where he lives.

Bonnie Meroth,

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Goffstown is a Small Town With a Lot Going On

There’s quite a bit going on in this small Merrimack Valley town.

Barbara Radcliffe Rogers,

Best Places for Bicycling in New Hampshire

Whether you use your bike for transportation or recreation (or both), there are rail trails, paved and gravel roads, challenging mountain terrain, scenic routes and more available in the 603.

Paula Bedard,

100 Things You Should Do to Know the Real New Hampshire

Twenty-five years ago, Steve Taylor, a lifelong scholar of all things New Hampshire, compiled a list of places, things to do, events and other diversions that offered insight into the culture and values of the state. Much has changed since its last update in 2006, so Taylor revisited the list, tweaking a few things here and there. See if you can experience all 100.

Steve Taylor,