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AHSNH E-ssociate, Vol. 4, No. 9 September 2008
Mark Your Calendars! The Association of Historical Societies of New Hampshire invites you to attend its 57th Annual Meeting on Sat., Oct. 25, 9am-2pm in Franklin, NH. Join us for a special behind-the scenes event at the Daniel Webster Farm. Watch for more details to follow. Contact Tom Haynes, AHSNH President, at 603-352-1895 or dired@hsccnh.org.
MEMBERS' EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. From the American Independence Museum: Wed., Sept. 17, 7pm. 6th Annual Constitution Forum. To honor Constitution Day, a discussion of issues related to the enduring founding document. This year's topic "Immigration Law" will feature UNH Professor Lucy Salyer. Free admission. Folsom Tavern, 164 Water St., Exeter.
Thurs., Sept. 18, 6:30-8:00pm. Two Taverns at Twilight. A joint program with Historic New England, visitors will meet at the Gilman Garrison House at 12 Water Street for a twilight tour, then walk to the Folsom Tavern for a candlelight tour. Refreshments included. Reserve your spot by calling 603-436-3205 or online at http://www.historicnewengland.org and click through to "Programs & Events." $15/AIM or HNE member; $25/not-yet-member.
Sat., Sept. 20., 2pm. Meet Martin Sirot-Smith, Director Emeritus of Sulgrave Manor, United Kingdom. Appearing in 16th c. costume as Lord Lawrence Washington, Sirot-Smith will outline the history of the Washington family in Britain and tell how his great-great-grandson, Colonel John Washington, emigrated to Virginia in 1656 and began the American line that produced our first US President, George Washington. Pre-registration encouraged. Call 603-772-2622 or http://www.independencemuseum.org.
Autumn Craft Classes - Saturdays throughout the Fall. New! Inspired by interest in the Traditional Artisans Village at the American Independence Festival, participants will have the opportunity to learn a craft from area artists. Pre-registration and payment required. Call 603-772-2622 or email curator@independencemuseum.org.
Sat., Sept. 6, 10am-4pm. Shaker Cheese Basket with Alice Ogden. Materials provided. $85 AIM members; $100 not-yet-members. Sat., Sept. 13, 10am-3pm. Penny Rugs with Rose Ann Hunter. Bring wool scraps. $55 AIM members; $65 not-yet-members.
2. From the Ashland Historical Society: Thurs., Sept. 18, 7pm. History of the Booster Clubhouse. http://www.oldashlandnh.org.
3. From Enfield Shaker Village: Sat., Sept. 13, 6:30pm. Shaker Dinner. Enjoy an elegant dinner in the Great Stone Dwelling, the Shakers' greatest architectural achievement. Completed in 1841, the "stone house" captures the Shaker ideals of simplicity, order and spirituality. The menu will include corn chowder, curried sweet potato salad, ham croquettes with egg mustard sauce, and more. $30/member; $35/nonmember. Includes 2 glasses of complimentary wine. Register by Sept. 10. 603-632-4346. info@shakermuseum.org. http://www.shakermuseum.org
4. From the Franklin Historical Society: If you haven't had a chance yet to visit the Daniel Webster Birthplace this year (Route 127, Franklin), the park will be open to the public on weekends through September.
Thurs., Sept. 4, 7pm. The Webster/Tay House. Presented by State Architectural Historian James Garvin. who will discuss the original attributes of the buildings and strategies of how to approach preservation and restoration of the historical landmark, including challenges associated with funding this work. For more info, http://www.histsoc.org/NH/FHS.
5. From the Gilmanton Historical Society: Tues., Sept. 23, 7:30pm. The History of the Sanborn Mills Farm. Following up on the GHS field trip three years ago, Colin Cabot speaks about the history of the farm and how he has brought it back to life. Gilmanton Academy, Gilmanton Corners. 603-267-6132 or 267-6308, http://www.historicalsocietiesnh.org/gilmanton.
6. From the Laconia Historical & Museum Society: Fri., Sept. 5, 7pm. A Concert by Josee Vachon. As a tribute to Quebec's 400th Anniversary and Laconia's 7th Annual Multicultural Market Day (on Sept. 6), enjoy a concert by this renowned French-Canadian singer at the Belknap Mill, downtown Laconia. $10/LHMS member; $15/nonmember. Nonmember purchase price includes one year LHMS membership. Tickets available at The Sundial Shop, Greenlaw's Music, Laconia Public Library and online at http://www.LaconiaHistorical.org. 603-527-1278.
Now through October 31, Win a NH Mini-Vacation and support the Laconia Historical & Museum Society. Raffle tickets - one for $5 or three for $10. Win one of the following two mini vacations: 2 night stay for 2, Inn at Mill Falls, Meredith, NH; $25 gas card; Top of the Town Restaurant gift certificate; or 2 night stay for 2, Jonathan Beede Bed & Breakfast, Sandwich; $25 gas card; $50 Friendly's Restaurant Gift Certificate. Drawing to be held Nov. 5. Some restrictions apply. Raffle tickets on sale now at the Laconia Public Library, All My Life Jewelers, and on line at http://www.LaconiaHistorical.org.
7. From the Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society: Wed., Sept. 10, 7pm. The Downing Family of Alton Bay. Presented by Nancy Downing Merrill and Jonathan H. Downing. The Downing Family began to sell boats at the lake in 1917, provided boat rides to the public, and brought the fastest public speed boat in the world to the Lake around 1940 - the Legionnaire 70 (a 36’ Garwood) that could go 70 miles per hour, one of only two made (the other was for the Shah of Iran). Hear about these and also the Bay Boat Company, Downing's Landing, Downing's Garage, The Corner Store, The Winnipesaukee Hotel, and the Bay View Pavilion. This is a special program that will be the finale of the 2008 Winnipesaukee Wednesdays lecture series. Free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30; come early as seating is limited. Lake Winnipesaukee Museum, Rte. 3 (503 Endicott St. No), Weirs Beach, NH. 603-366-5950, info@lwhs.us or http://www.LakeWinnipesaukeeMuseum.org.
8. From the Little Nature Museum, Gould Hill Orchards, Contoocook: Sat., Sept. 6 & Sun., Sept. 7, 11am-5pm. NatureFest 2008. Museum tours, children's activities with prizes, family fun trail walks, hayrides, special exhibits and exhibitors under a tent. Special programming at 2pm by the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center - Sat. "Animals with Bad Reputations" and Sun. "Coded Messages." Free; donations appreciated. Rain or Shine.
Sat., Sept. 13. Child Survival: Teaching Your Child to Survive Getting Lost in the Woods. Have your child learn the skills that will reduce their chances of getting lost. Grades Two-Four, 1:00-2:30pm; Grades Five & Six, 3:00-5:30pm. Pre-registration required; limited to 10 children per class. A child and parent must attend together; no charge for accompanying parent. 603-746-6121. http://www.littlenaturemuseum.org.
9. From the Madison Historical Society: Thurs., Sept. 18, 7pm. Sweetheart Pillows from WWI & WWII. A talk on these military collectibles by Patricia L. Cummings of the Quilters Museum Publications to be held at the Madison Library, Village Road, Madison. Free; donations appreciated. View fine examples from Cummings' personal collections. For more info about this topic, visit http://www.quiltersmuse.com. 603-367-8684, ferreirarobin@yahoo.com or http://madisonhistorical.us
10. From the Meredith Historical Society: Tues., Sept. 2, 7:30pm. Meredith in the Civil War. Bill Pond will tell about the local men who went to war and their firearms. MHS Main Street Museum, 45 Main St., Meredith. 603-279-1190, http://www.MHSweb.org.
11. From the New Market Historical Society, Newmarket: Fri., Sept 19 - Sun., Sept. 21. 11th Annual Newmarket Heritage Festival. Join the historic, cultural and natural heritage of a small New England mill town. This all-day event takes place in the heart of historic downtown Newmarket overlooking the Lamprey River and features multi-cultural music and dance, artisan demonstrations, historic walking tours, narrated boat tours, kayak excursions, a model railway, hands-on children's activities, fine arts and crafts, vendor booths, international food and more. For the full schedule of events, visit http://www.heritage-festival.org.
Mon., Sept. 22, 7pm. A Tribute to Sarah Josepha Hale. As America's first female editor, she made Godey's Lady's Book the most influential women's magazine of its time. Also known as the author of "Mary's Lamb" and her efforts over three decades to have Thanksgiving decreed a national holiday. In this living history presentation, Sharon Wood portrays Ann Wyman Blake, a 19th c. Boston resident who speaks of her admiration for this distinguished NH native. A NH Humanities Council program.
12. From the Portsmouth Historical Society: Now Open: The Discover Portsmouth Center in downtown Portsmouth, at the corner of Middle and Islington Streets. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm through October 31, this center is the historical/cultural gateway to Portsmouth. Staffed by PHS and Granite State Ambassadors. Present exhibits include: "Russell Cheney: A New England Master," Harry S. Harlow's paintings of "The Doorways of Portsmouth," and Peter Randall's photography exhibit "New Hampshire Then & Now." The Center's theater hosts continuous showings of the award-winning "Welcome to Historic Portsmouth" film on Portsmouth's 400 year history produced by Atlantic Media Productions. http://www.portsmouthistory.org, 603-436-8420, info@portsmouthhistory.org
13. From the Thompson-Ames Historical Society, Gilford, NH: Mon., Sept. 8, 7:15pm The Weirs & the Lake Winnipesaukee Museum. A brief history on the early days of the Weirs as a visitor destination and the development of the Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society's Lake Winnipesaukee Museum. Presented by Ann W. Sprague, Executive Director, LWHS. Short business meeting will precede the presentation. Union Meetinghouse, 24 Belknap Mountain Road, Gilford, NH. Free and open to the public. thomames@worldpath.net or http://www.gilfordhistoricalsociety.org
14. From the Warner House, Portsmouth, NH: Sun., Sept. 21. Antique Bike Display. Warner House, 150 Daniel Street. Visit http://www.warnerhouse.org or call 603-436-5909.
15. From the Weare Historical Society: Fri., Sept. 12, 7pm. Cannon Shenanigans & NH's Muster Day Tradition. A NH Humanities Council program by Jack Noon, to be held at the Weare Town Hall, co-hosted by the Weare Public Library. Free and Open to the public. http://www.wearehistoricalsociety.org.
16. From the Wright Museum, Wolfeboro, NH: Fri., Sept. 5, 8:30am. Annual Benefit Golf Tournament. Think you've mastered your swing? Sign up for the museum's annual benefit to show it off. All proceeds from the tournament will support the Wright Museum’s efforts to preserve and share the stories of America ’s Greatest Generation for the benefit of generations to come. It's a good time for a great cause! For more info, http://www.wrightmuseum.org, 603-569-1212, or mark.foynes@wrightmuseum.org.
RESOURCES & GENERAL INTEREST
The NH Archives Group will holds its Fall meeting, entitled "Getting Your Collections Under Control," on Wed., Oct. 29, focusing on Collection Maintenance and Development. The meeting is planned to be held in the North Country, details will be posted at http://www.nharchivesgroup.org.
The NH Visual Arts Coalition invites all NH nonprofit organizations that present visual art exhibitions to participate in their organization whose mission is to promote awareness of the visual arts and to encourage an understanding that the arts are crucial to the state's quality of life and essential to a health economy. The next meeting is scheduled for Mon., Oct. 6 at 9:30am at the Currier Museum of Art, Manchester. If interested, RSVP to Leah Fox, Director of Public Programs, Currier Museum of Art, 603-699-6144, ext. 19 or lfox@currier.org.
It's Back-To-School Time! If you're interested in learning more about preserving New Hampshire's history, several classes are being offered this fall by Plymouth State University, in locations at both Plymouth and Concord. For more information, visit http://www.plymouth.edu/graduate/heritage/historic_preservation.html or contact Stacey Yap, program coordinator at staceyy@plymouth.edu.
The NH Quilt Documentation Project plans to start writing the book about quilts they have documented throughout the state. Are you one of the locations that have sponsored the project? Have the quilts in your society been documented? If you answered "no" to either question, contact Julie Crossland at 603-595-9519 or email quiltsappraised@comcast.net to schedule a documentation. If you don't have room in your own building, Documentation Days have been in community centers, churches, town halls and libraries. Sponsorship is not labor intensive; it requires space, tables and chairs and a person(s) to schedule appointments prior to the day.
NEMA Annual Conference November 12-14, Warwick, Rhode Island. Sustaining Communities: The Power of Museums. Join more than 800 colleagues in your region for networking and high-quality professional development. Affordable registration rates, including lunches, are available, as well as scholarships and volunteer opportunities. 781-641-0013 or visit http://www.nemanet.org
Fri., Nov. 7. "Community, Connections & Collections." A joint meeting of the Vermont League of Local Historical Societies and the Vermont Museum & Gallery Alliance, to be held in Bellows Falls, VT. For more info, contact Lisa Evans, Vermont Historical Society, at 802-479-8522, lisa.evans@state.vt.us or Eileen Corcoran, Vermont Museum & Gallery Alliance, at 802-475-2022, x114, vccp@sover.net
AASLH 2008 Annual Meeting "Discovering the Power of Transformation" Rochester, NY, Sept 9-12. http://www.aaslh.org
Ann W. Sprague, Editor The E-ssociate Association of Historical Societies of New Hampshire
The E-ssociate is the on-line newsletter of the Association of Historical Societies of New Hampshire (AHSNH). It promotes news of its member societies and provides other information that may benefit membership when space is available. Please send submission requests by the 15th of the month for dissemination on or about the 1st of the following month to: annsprague@historicalsocietiesnh.org. Please let us know of any changes, additions or removals to this AHSNH distribution list.
AHSNH is a nonprofit organization that undertakes activities to promote the interests of its member societies and encourages the study and understanding of New Hampshire history. To become a member, to find your local historical society, or for other information, visit the web site at: http://www.historicalsocietiesnh.org.
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