This is a drop-in, self lead activity/scavenger hunt on the grounds of the Folsom Tavern.
Masks are required per ordinance of Town of Exeter.
While many fought courageously on the battlefield during the Revolutionary War, an elite network of individuals worked behind the scenes, risking their lives to conduct covert intelligence operations that greatly impacted the outcome of the war. The Culper Spy Ring was the most prestigious and important of the espionage networks.
Stop by the grounds of the Folsom Tavern anytime from now though the end of September to begin your mission as a spy! Solve three riddles to work your way across the grounds, leading you to your final destination where you will receive a make your own cipher wheel kit! No sign up necessary!
Your mission begins under the outdoor water spigot at the back of the tavern, near the side stairs.
Protect your secrets and yourself! Please keep 6 feet from other spy ring members on museum grounds. Hand sanitizer is provided on your quest.
“Virtual tours are offered every Wednesday at 11 am and 2 pm. Tours for the upcoming month will be posted on the 15th of each month.”*
Cost: $5 – Adults; $3 – Seniors, Students, Educators & First Responders; FREE for Museum Members and Veterans.
*Registration ends at 4 pm the day prior to the tour date.
Experience the American Independence Museum as never before!
This interactive tour takes you through the Ladd-Gilman House and provides a history of the colonial era, with a specific focus on New Hampshire and the American Revolution.
This 45 minute guided tour will end with time for Q&A with your tour guide. All tours take place on the Zoom platform, so please ensure you have the app or software downloaded prior to the tour start time.
Interested in arranging a virtual tour for your group or classroom? Email us at [email protected]!
“Virtual tours are offered every Wednesday at 11 am and 2 pm. Tours for the upcoming month will be posted on the 15th of each month.”*
Cost: $5 – Adults; $3 – Seniors, Students, Educators & First Responders; FREE for Museum Members and Veterans.
*Registration ends at 4 pm the day prior to the tour date.
Experience the American Independence Museum as never before!
This interactive tour takes you through the Ladd-Gilman House and provides a history of the colonial era, with a specific focus on New Hampshire and the American Revolution.
This 45 minute guided tour will end with time for Q&A with your tour guide. All tours take place on the Zoom platform, so please ensure you have the app or software downloaded prior to the tour start time.
Interested in arranging a virtual tour for your group or classroom? Email us at [email protected]!
Hunt for Exeter history and explore our Revolutionary landmarks using the clues provided. Enhance your game by sharing your discoveries on Instagram and follow along with other players. Make sure to tag us at #americanindependencemuseum.
A great way to get out and about as you enjoy wonderful Exeter, NH!
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In celebration of the anniversary of the Dunlap Broadside copy of the Declaration of Independence’s arrival to Exeter on July 16, 1776 we invite you to view the premier of this crowd-sourced reading of this founding document.
Tune in to watch your friends, neighbors, local dignitaries, and maybe even yourself read the Declaration! Produced and presented in partnership with Exeter TV.
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Join us for this virtual presentation of the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence as part of our re-imagined American Independence Festival!
This special program is being produced and presented in partnership with Exeter TV and will include a memorial salute, a new festival video, welcoming remarks, and the traditional reading of the Declaration of Independence by John Taylor Gilman portrayed by descendant Greg Gilman.
Making it even more meaningful this year, the reading will take place in the original location it was read from when the Dunlap Broadside arrived in Exeter on July 16, 1776!
We love our members! In appreciation of all you do for the museum we are hosting a Members’ Only Virtual Tour as part of the Festival. Join us from the comfort of your own home as museum staff take you on a tour of the Ladd-Gilman house.
After there will be plenty of time for questions and further discussion. As this is a new tour to the museum, we are also happy to get your feedback once the tour is over. If you are not yet a member you are welcome to sign up now and join us!
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Join us for this virtual presentation as part of our re-imagined American Independence Festival!
Bring a little fun and learning to your mid-day meal. This virtual Lunch & Learn will be a close-up look at the museum’s special annual exhibit examining Commemoration and Memorializing. Museum Curator Jen Carr will share highlights from the exhibit, explain the exhibit development process, and take guest questions in this informal and engaging talk we are hosting through Zoom.
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Come to the Exeter Parks & Rec’s very own Drive-In Theatre created just for the summer of 2020! This special showing of National Treasure will include a bag of museum goodies and a special preview of our Festival video made in partnership with Exeter TV. This promises to be a fun night of socially distanced fun for the whole family!
Tickets are limited and reservations must be made through Exeter Parks & Rec.
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Join us for this virtual presentation as part of our re-imagined American Independence Festival!
Presented by local author Renay Allen in partnership with Exeter TV.
Black Revolutionary War soldier Jude Hall has been profiled in books since the 1800’s, yet he is little known in his hometown.
Join local author and activist Renay Allen to learn about Jude and his family and their contributions to America. She also discusses Exeter, NH’s historic black enclave and a new proposal for a town park to honor it. Renay is writing a trilogy of historical-fiction mysteries that acknowledge and honor Black Exeter.
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Set during the American Independence Festival weekend, “Incident at Exeter Tavern” honors Jude, and “Incident at Ioka” honors his nephew, the abolitionist poet James Monroe Whitfield. (Available at RM-Allen.com, Water Street Bookstore, or Amazon/Kindle.)
