This class is a multimedia presentation about Concord Coaches, the Abbot and Downing Company and its 100 years in Concord. The Concord Coaches not only opened the Western United States but were used in South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and South America. As they were the highest quality coaches, stage coach operators advertised "We use genuine Abbot and Downing Coaches" to their customers. Come prepared with questions as there will be a question and answer session at the end of presentation.

The Cornish Colony began to take shape after the arrival of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens in 1885. During the course of the next thirty-five years over a eighty painters, sculptors, illustrators, musicians, actors, writers, architects and landscape designers lived and worked in rural Cornish and Plainfield, NH. Learn about Saint-Gaudens, artist Maxfield Parrish, novelist Winston Churchill, and other fascinating "Cornish colonists!"

New Hampshire history is uniquely on display along the highways of the Granite State. The NH roadside historical markers commemorate significant events and individuals from the first settlers arriving in 1623 to notable individuals who helped define what NH is today. NH also played a major role in the birth of our nation. From Revolutionary battlefields to individuals of political influence, the Granite State has made an indelible mark on history. This class explores some of the 255 New Hampshire historical markers that dot the state highways and roads. Each marker is described with its location (to include GPS coordinates), date installed, marker inscription, and expanded historical references of this event/individual. Information may also be provided about other points of interest in the vicinity of the historical marker. If you wish to get some additional background information on this topic, suggested reading would be "Cruising New Hampshire History A Guide to New Hampshire's Roadside Historical Markers,”"Michael Bruno, ISBN: 978-0692107287.

The sites on Boston's Freedom Trail were chosen primarily for their connection with the American Revolution, but they were also involved in parts of our New England story that preceded and followed the Revolution. We'll focus on just two of the Freedom Trail's sites, Faneuil Hall and King's Chapel. We'll explore the stories of five people associated with them: Peter Faneuil, Samuel Adams, Lucy Stone, Thomas Hutchinson, and Isaac Royall. Not all these people are well known today, and not all are heroes. However, each one represents an important facet of New England history, including slavery, the American Revolution (from both a patriot and a loyalist perspective) and the women's suffrage movement. This is an opportunity to better understand those big topics by exploring the stories of some fascinating individuals.

The sites on Boston's Freedom Trail were chosen primarily for their connection with the American Revolution, but they were also involved in parts of our New England story that preceded and followed the Revolution. We'll focus on just two of the Freedom Trail's sites, Faneuil Hall and King's Chapel. We'll explore the stories of five people associated with them: Peter Faneuil, Samuel Adams, Lucy Stone, Thomas Hutchinson, and Isaac Royall. Not all these people are well known today, and not all are heroes. However, each one represents an important facet of New England history, including slavery, the American Revolution (from both a patriot and a loyalist perspective) and the women's suffrage movement. This is an opportunity to better understand those big topics by exploring the stories of some fascinating individuals.

We'll explore two more sites on Boston's Freedom Trail: the Old State House and the Old South Meeting House. The Old State House is famous for its role in the aftermath of the Boston Massacre, and the Old South Meeting House is well known as the place where angry protesters gathered to carry out the Boston Tea Party. However, there are many more stories associated with these sites. We'll look at the fascinating stories of the buildings themselves, and then explore the stories of people associated with them. They include: James Otis, Jr., a brilliant orator who led opposition to British policies while battling mental illness; Dr. Joseph Warren, a very influential patriot leader who tragically was killed at the battle of Bunker Hill; and Phillis Wheatley, a slave who became the first published African American poet. It is not necessary to take Freedom Trail Stories Part 1 before taking this course, since the two courses focus on different sites and different people.

We'll explore two more sites on Boston's Freedom Trail: the Old State House and the Old South Meeting House. The Old State House is famous for its role in the aftermath of the Boston Massacre, and the Old South Meeting House is well known as the place where angry protesters gathered to carry out the Boston Tea Party. However, there are many more stories associated with these sites. We'll look at the fascinating stories of the buildings themselves, and then explore the stories of people associated with them. They include: James Otis, Jr., a brilliant orator who led opposition to British policies while battling mental illness; Dr. Joseph Warren, a very influential patriot leader who tragically was killed at the battle of Bunker Hill; and Phillis Wheatley, a slave who became the first published African American poet. It is not necessary to take Freedom Trail Stories Part 1 before taking this course, since the two courses focus on different sites and different people.

Immerse yourself into the history of John Milton Hay. Enjoy the private tour of his 22 room home and then walk through the Fells' renowned gardens. Be aware that parking is at the top, but you may drop people at the house or park at the house with a handicap sticker.

Take a trip back in time and discover the history of auto racing across New England dating back to 1896. Sit back and relax at the North East Motor Sports Museum as museum president Dick Berggren explains the roots of auto racing in New England. Explore the collection of over thirty historic race cars and motorcycles and hundreds of auto racing artifacts, the region’s largest collection at this 10,000 square foot museum.

Thanks to Norman Rockwell's iconic illustration, most people are familiar with Rosie the Riveter and the work women performed in the defense industry during WWII. But young and old, single, married, and widowed women worked and volunteered in other ways, many of which have been forgotten. Learn about the ladies who served at home and abroad while their brothers, fathers, and husbands were off at war.

Have you ever heard of Margaret Knight, Harriet Dame, Maude Hood or Nellie Brown? These women of NH dared to challenge the norms expected of women at the time. Margaret Knight invented objects and held 87 patents, the first of which she developed when she was 12. Harriet Dame was a nurse in the Civil War and gave comfort at both the Battle of Bull Run and Gettysburg. Maude Hood in 1893 was the first female Century Rider and Nellie Brown, a biracial woman from Dover, was called the "Queen of Song" in 1924. And the list goes on and on, women of New Hampshire's stalwart nature carving their own ways to make lives better for themselves, their families and their communities.

In 1942, the U.S. was still in shock from the attack on Pearl Harbor. Despite drafting and enlistments, there were not enough qualified pilots. Between November 1942 and December 1944, more than 1,000 women trained to fly. They flew over 60 million miles; transported every type of military aircraft; towed targets for live anti-aircraft gun practice; simulated strafing missions, and transported cargo. Come hear their stories.

This guided tour of the historic Clark House Museum Complex includes the Clark House that was built in 1778, the firehouse, the Pleasant Valley schoolhouse, and the barn.