The museum is closed on Sunday and will not be open for tours on Independence Day. Please join us as we celebrate our nation's freedom and founding at the American Independence Festival on July 17, 2010!
Young people who love acting will enjoy this three-day history camp as they take on the role of an 18th century Exeter resident. Participants will learn proper speech, etiquette, and daily chores and amusements which they will share at the Festival. Basic costume available.Sponsored by the Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati
We Want You! General George Washington is coming to Exeter for the American Independence Festival and properly trained troops are needed to escort him. Prepare for his visit by participating in Muster Day! Learn about the life of a Revolutionary War soldier, how to march and drill. Sign an Oath of Allegiance to the Patriot Cause with a quill pen and make military decorations for your uniform.Call 603-772-2622 to make reservations or email education@independencemuseum.org
Town of Exeter events follow (musical entertainment and fireworks)
$7 admission fee for events on museum grounds AND Swasey Parkway. Under 10 years and museum members admitted FREE
It's our 20th year! For details, directions and more, visit Festival pageBe sure to visit the Town Hall for crafts, hosted by the Exeter Area Greater Federation of Women's Clubs and shop Downtown Exeter for great sidewalk sales!
We honor the anniversary of this prestigious award and the service of our military by offering FREE ADMISSION to all active and retired military personnel during regular tour hours today.
We're excited about our new Colonial Garden Camp!A colonist's garden provided food, but also medicines, teas, and gifts. Join us as we explore herbs, flowers, vegetables, remedies and crafts. Campers will experience cooking, planting, crafts and field trips.
Sponsored by Churchill's Garden Center
On September 17, 1787, 39 brave men changed the course of history by signing our United States Constitution. Join us for our annual lecture focusing on current issues related to the enduring founding document. This year we have invited Richard Hesse, Professor Emeritus of Franklin Pierce College, to return and present the timely topic "Civil Liberties v Security in Post 9/11 America". Also test your memory with Constitution Trivia!Sponsored by the NH Humanities Council
The second lecture in our "Conversations with the Author" series will be given by John P. Resch, Ph. D., the author of Suffering Soldiers: Revolutionary War Veterans, Moral Sentiment, and Political Culture in the Early Republic. The book focuses on the men who served during, before, and after the war, and how they were treated and viewed by the public as years passed.
Interested in joining our annual excursion to locations of historic significance? We're planning a trip to Adams National Historical Park in Quincy, Massachusetts, birthplace of two U.S. presidents and home to four generations of the influential family. Trip fee will include transportation, admission fees, lunch, and an introductory talk by AIM's Curator. Details will be made available here, but if you are interested, please contact Julie at 603-772-2622 or jtiebout@independencemuseum.org. Reservations required by September 17.
In 2003, the team from Independent Archaeological Associates conducted a dig on museum grounds prior to the relocation of Folsom Tavern. More than 1000 items were found including glass, ceramics, and nails, revealing that people were living at the location as far back as the late 1600s. Learn from Ellen Marlatt, principal of IAA, what the process entailed and see some of the artifacts that gave us a clue to the past! October is NH's Archaeology Month!
Thank you for another wonderful season! See you next year when we open in mid-May!
President George Washington visited the Folsom Tavern on November 4, 1789 and he'll return to join us for a very special breakfast. Admission price includes "Mrs. Folsom's Flapjacks", children's craft, and a child-friendly tour on the hour of the American Independence Museum.
The Folsom Tavern will glow by candlelight with festive holiday decorations in each room. Visitors will enjoy music by the New England Irish Harp Orchestra, wassail and tasty Christmas delights.
Celebrate the holiday season with your favorite doll! We'll make crafts, listen to stories, play games, decorate cookies and the Folsom family's tree, and end with caroling and tasty treats.Sponsored by Dr. and Mrs. Hollis W. Merrick
