Area attractions
Concord, New Hampshire
Capital Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street, (603) 225-1111
The Capitol Center for the Arts is the largest and most successful performing arts center in New Hampshire and has helped position Concord as a cultural destination.
Christa McAuliffe Planetarium, 3 Institute Drive, (603) 271-7827
The most technically advanced planetarium in the world was built as a way to remember the educational goals of the world's first Teacher in Space, Christa McAuliffe.
NH Historical Society and Museum, 6 Eagle Square, (603) 228-6688
This museum provides exhibits on all aspects of New Hampshire's cultural heritage.
New Hampshire State Library, 20 Park Street, (603) 271-2144
The oldest state library in the United States, designed in 1893.
Pierce Manse, 14 Penacook Street, (603) 224-5954
Built in 1838, the Pierce Manse is where Franklin and Jane Pierce lived before he became the 14th President of the United States.
Manchester, New Hampshire
Manchester, or the Queen City, is the largest city in New Hampshire.
Verizon Wireless Arena, Elm Street, (603) 644-5000
Home to two of the state's favorite professional sports teams, The Manchester Monarchs and the Manchester Wolves; and also the site of concerts and events.
New Hampshire Fisher Cats Ballpark, Commercial Street, (603) 641-2055
This state-of-the-art facility is set along the banks of the Merrimack River and is home to the minor-league New Hampshire Fisher Cats.
Currier Museum of Art, 201 Myrtle Way, (603) 669-6144
The Currier is an internationally renowned art museum located in Manchester, New Hampshire. The museum also owns Frank Lloyd Wright's Zimmerman House.
Manchester Historic Association, 129 Amherst Street, (603) 622-7531
Founded in 1896, the Association's collection recalls the city's heritage. Features include books, manuscripts, maps, photographs, genealogical and business records, costumes, furniture, Indian artifacts, fine art, and antique fire fighting equipment.
Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover Street, (603) 668-5588
The Palace Theatre is a beautifully restored 870-seat professional performing arts center.
Canterbury, New Hampshire
Canterbury Shaker Village
Canterbury Shaker Village consists of 25 original Shaker buildings, three reconstructed Shaker buildings set on 694 acres of gardens and nature trails, allowing visitors to experience over 200 years of Shaker history.
Loudon, New Hampshire
New Hampshire International Speedway
Located 10 miles north of Concord, the New Hampshire International Speedway is New England's only super speedway. It is host to a variety of races, including two NASCAR Nextel Cup series and the NASCAR Busch series.
Henniker, New Hampshire
Pats Peak Ski Area
Located in nearby Henniker, Pats Peak is one of the state's most accessible learn-to-ski-and-snowboard mountains.
Dover, New Hampshire
Children’s Museum of New Hampshire (formerly Children’s Museum of Portsmouth)
6 Washington Street, Dover, (603) 742-2002
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Portsmouth is a beautiful city by the sea just 45 minutes east of Concord.
Strawberry Banke, Hancock Street, (603) 433-1100
Step back in time to the Portsmouth of 300 years ago. Visit each of nine furnished houses and period gardens on the 10-acre site.
Portsmouth Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street, (603) 436-2400
The Music Hall serves as Portsmouth's premier spot for live entertainment and film.
Isles of Shoals Steamship Company, 315 Market Street, (603) 431-5500
Cruise through Portsmouth Harbor and out to the Historic Isles of Shoals.
Hampton Beach
Hampton is the most popular beach in the region and has been drawing visitors by the hundreds of thousands since the turn of the century.
For more information on the state of New Hampshire please visit http://www.visitnh.gov.
