Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebrations on Monday Jan 17!
Wondering how to celebrate the MLK Jr. holiday on Monday, January 17? Here’s a few events to consider as a way to spend the day. ... Read More
Get festive this holiday at Strawbery Banke’s “Candlelight Stroll.” Tickets go on Sale Weds. 11/3 @10am!
Were going to put this friendly reminder right at the top here for all you folks wishing to take in this special and traditional Candlelight... Read More
Big Fish Little Fish Play Day at Seacoast Science Center!
The Seacoast Science Center’s Big Fish Little Fish and Ocean Commotion program is back! This program encourages children and their favorite adult to learn about... Read More
Children’s Museum Maker & Food Fest! Saturday September 18th.
The 9th annual NH Maker & Food Fest is back this year and will happen Saturday, September 18th from 10am-3pm. The NH Maker & Food Fest,... Read More
FREE Kick-Off to Kindergarten Celebration at CMNH on 8/22!
Join us on Sunday August 22nd from 1-2:30pm at The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire for a FREE Kick-Off to Kindergarten Celebration! This event is... Read More
Summer of Play Carnival! An Evening of Fun + Games at Boston Children’s Museum!
On Friday, July 30 Boston Children’s Museum will be open late to celebrate summer and play with the Summer of Play Carnival! This after-hours celebration... Read More
Teddy Bear Clinic at The Children’s Museum of NH – July 22nd at 9am!
Children’s Museum of NH young visitors are invited to bring their favorite stuffed friend to our annual Teddy Bear Clinic for a wellness check-up! Each... Read More
Weather not cooperating? Escape to an Indoor Museum!
Most museums have reopened and it’s great timing for this on and off again rainy weather we have been experiencing this summer. Check out these... Read More
American Independence Festival. Fun in-person events on July 10th, 17th & 24!
This year’s American Independence Festival in Exeter will celebrated with modified in-person festival events held only on museum grounds! This beloved Exeter Festival will take... Read More
Coming Soon: August Adventures!
AUGUST ADVENTURES are Coming! During August 2021, The Highland Street Foundation is excited to partner with special Massachusetts cultural institutions to provide 1 FREE activity... Read More
Boston by Little Feet Tours
This popular family tour is a child’s-eye view of the Freedom Trail’s architecture and history. It is especially designed for young walkers from 6-12 years... Read More
World Ocean Day! Week long celebrations with Seacoast Science Center!
World Ocean Day is an international celebration and collaboration for a healthier future for our Ocean. On June 8, 2021 people from across the globe... Read More
NEW! Outdoor Play Patio Exhibit at CMNH. Full of Messy Fun!
The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire is gearing up for a summer of messy outdoor fun with the opening of its new outdoor Play Patio... Read More
Daily GIVEAWAYS honoring Children’s Day in Portsmouth! Enter on SKC’s Facebook & Instagram posts.
Every year in May, seacoast families flock to Portsmouth Children’s Day for boatloads of family fun in the heart of downtown. Due to the pandemic... Read More
EcoTarium has Reopened Outdoor Experiences!
Salton and Freyja, two of New England’s favorite mountain lions, are ready for guests. The EcoTarium, home to the big cats, is thrilled to announce... Read More
Staycationing Safely this April? We’ve got the BEST ideas (and GIVEAWAYS) for you!
It’s been a year – it’s April vacation and the kids are out of school, now what? We’ve drummed up a few, unique and out-of-the-box... Read More
Become an Arctic Adventurer at Boston MOS
The Boston Museum of Science is open to the public! The Boston Museum of Science presents Arctic Adventure: Exploring with Technology. As you enter Arctic... Read More
Starting this week: Children’s Museum of NH is open for Play on more days!
The Children’s Museum of NH has been open to families during limited hours. Beginning in April they will be adding more play sessions throughout the... Read More
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston Ready for Visitors!
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston reopened last month with Bricktastic safety procedures to keep all their visitors safe. This ultimate indoor LEGO® playground is perfect for families with... Read More
Seacoast Science Center new virtual resources offer parents and educators a boatload of fun!
Despite the limitations that Covid has presented our community, connecting to nature with Seacoast Science Center is now easier than ever! SSC now offers new... Read More
Boston Aquarium has reopened for in-person exploration!
We are so excited to know visitors can get back to the Boston Aquarium! The museum has worked hard to reopen safely. Hello again penguins... Read More
Crazy for butterflies? The Butterfly Place is Open for the Season!
On a trip to Key West a few years ago, my children and I visited a beautiful butterfly museum. Amazing! Inside the rainforest-esque atmosphere where... Read More
‘Festival of Planes’ on display at Aviation Museum of NH – Jan 24th! Age 5 and under Free!
Don’t miss this special holiday exhibit designed to make your imagination take flight! The ‘Festival of Planes,’ a display of more than 1,000 vintage aviation... Read More
Here comes Santa on a Helicopter and returns to the N. Pole via Fire Truck! Sat. Dec 12th – Aviation Museum!
Would you and your kids like to see Santa arrive by a helicopter chopper and leave via a fire truck? Don’t miss this exciting event... Read More
Contest Alert! Downtown Gingerbread House Scavenger Hunt with Portsmouth Historical Society!
Portsmouth Historical Society is celebrating this sweet season with the 30th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibition from November 20 through December 22. “Taking it... Read More
30th Annual Gingerbread House Contest with Portsmouth Historical Society! On display 11/20 – 12/22!
A cherished local tradition has a new twist including outdoor viewing this year! Portsmouth Historical Society will be spreading out the gingerbread creations for everyone... Read More
CMNH offers Private Play Date Rentals on Sundays – Alternative for Birthday Parties!
Before COVID, the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire was a popular local place to host birthday parties. Now that the museum has reopened with modified... Read More
CMNH has Reopened – Reserve your visit time on 9/24, 9/25 & 9/26!
Thinking about returning to the Children’s Museum of NH? You can – it’s open! Play sessions are available Thursday – Saturday, with two sessions each day... Read More
The Hammond Castle Museum opens on May 1st!
The Hammond Castle Museum is once again OPEN! Visitors are welcome to explore the many rooms of the castle with its medieval architecture and artifacts,... Read More
Free “Exploring Our Way Autism Partnership Program” at CMNH 4/5!
Exploring Our Way sessions are held on the first Sunday of each month during the school year from 10am-12pm, the Children’s Museum of NH offers free... Read More
