American Independence Museum

Museum Tours
2021-09-02 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Ladd-Gilman House, 1 Governors Ln, Exeter, NH, 03833, United States
Masks are required.
Cost:

$8 – Adults
$6 – Seniors, Students, Educators & First Responders
$4 – Children (ages 6-18)
FREE for Museum Members and Veterans.

Ladd-Gilman House Tours (10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm & 3 pm): Our trained docents will lead you on an hour-long exploration of important moments in our nation’s history, as seen through the lens of New Hampshire, and hear untold stories from voices beyond the battlefield. We will explore not only the events that shaped the foundations of the American nation, but also the people who contributed to the cause of independence, some of whom will be very familiar and others who may be new to you.
Folsom Tavern Tours (11 am & 1 pm): Our trained docents will lead you on a tour that will will examine Folsom Tavern’s unique history, the place that taverns held in colonial and revolutionary history and the different experiences that people had in taverns. This is an immersive, sensory-friendly tour and guests are encouraged to sit on the chairs and touch the objects on view. A children’s room, complete with period clothing and books, is also featured on the tour. This tour is recommended for all ages.
All guided tours are limited to six participants and depart from the Ladd-Gilman House. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Visitors are also welcome to take a self-guided tour of Ladd-Gilman House at any time during our open hours, Wednesday-Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm. Self-guided tickets can be purchased at the time of visit. Folsom Tavern is open by guided tour only.Due to guide availability the last Ladd-Gilman guided tour on Friday will begin at noon.
Other dates and times are also subject to guide availability.
About the American Independence MuseumThe American Independence Museum is a history museum in Exeter, NH that features a collection of 3,000 historic artifacts that shed light on the American Revolution. Many of our programs touch on civics and the fight for independence, while we incorporate inclusivity and diversity into the experiences we create on-site and in digital formats. We feature a variety of things to do for people of all ages, including festivals, an historic tavern, guided tours and our annual American Independence Festival.

Museum Tours
2022-05-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Ladd-Gilman House, 1 Governors Ln, Exeter, NH, 03833, United States
Masks are required indoors.
Cost:$8 – Adults$6 – Seniors, Students, Educators & First Responders$4 – Children (ages 6-18)FREE for Museum Members and Veterans.
Ladd-Gilman House Tours (10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm & 3 pm): Our trained docents will lead you on an hour-long exploration of important moments in our nation’s history, as seen through the lens of New Hampshire, and hear untold stories from voices beyond the battlefield. We will explore not only the events that shaped the foundations of the American nation, but also the people who contributed to the cause of independence, some of whom will be very familiar and others who may be new to you.
Folsom Tavern Tours (11 am & 1 pm): Our trained docents will lead you on a tour that will will examine Folsom Tavern’s unique history, the place that taverns held in colonial and revolutionary history and the different experiences that people had in taverns. This is an immersive, sensory-friendly tour and guests are encouraged to sit on the chairs and touch the objects on view. A children’s room, complete with period clothing and books, is also featured on the tour. This tour is recommended for all ages.All tours depart from the Ladd-Gilman House. Visitors are also welcome to take a self-guided tour of Ladd-Gilman House at any time during our open hours, Wednesday-Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm. Tickets can be purchased at the time of visit. Folsom Tavern is open by guided tour only.Tour dates and times are also subject to guide availability.
About American Independence Museum
Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Architecture Tour
2022-08-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Ladd-Gilman House, 1 Governors Ln, Exeter, NH, 03833, United States
Date: Wednesday, August 10 and Saturday, August 13Time: 12:30 and 2:30 p.m.Location: Ladd-Gilman HouseCost: $5 Members/ $10 Non-Members
Stop by for a ‘behind the scenes’ look at the Ladd-Gilman House and Folsom Tavern! Learn about the evolution of the buildings, decorative styles, and architectural features that make them unique. Put your thinking cap on while you look for clues around the rooms, closets and attics. Tours will take place on Wednesday, August 10 and Saturday, August 13 at 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. and last approximately 90 minutes. They will depart from the Ladd-Gilman House.Note: Due to the historic nature of our buildings, they are not handicap accessible. This tour will include many areas of the buildings not typically open to the public. Guests should be comfortable navigating uneven floors, steep staircases, low ceilings and the occasional spider web.
About American Independence Museum
Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Five Freedoms: Family Saturdays
2022-05-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Folsom Tavern, 164 Water Street, Exeter, NH, 03833, United States
Date: Third Saturdays from May to September
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: Folsom Lawn
This project was made possible with support from New Hampshire Humanities, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Mellon Foundation. Learn more at www.nhhumanities.org.Join the American Independence Museum for a series of fun, civic educational programming on the third Saturday of May through September that explores the 5 freedoms outlined in the First Amendment with family-friendly activities geared toward younger children. 10-2 This project was made possible with support from New Hampshire Humanities, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Mellon Foundation.
Monthly Themes
May 21: Freedom of Press: Explore books about America’s most famous printer, Benjamin Franklin, make your own ‘printing press’, use movable type to print your own flyer.June 18: Freedom of Speech: Discover the various ways we enjoy freedom of speech from music to books. Make your own Freedom of Speech tote bag, hear a story, listen to music (protest songs) by Todd Hearon and enjoy a collection of books that have been challenged throughout history provided by Exeter Public Library.July 16: Freedom to Peaceably Assemble: Learn about the Boston Tea party and recreate a peaceful alternative to dumping tea in the harbor. Take photos with “No Taxation Without Representation” signs, and make liberty tea.August 20: Freedom to Petition: Listen to the story “Mumbet’s Declaration of Independence”, write your own petition using a quill pen and learn about how you can create a real petition about an issue important to you.September 17: Freedom of Religion: activities to be announced in late summer
About American Independence Museum
Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.
