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Little Steppers Drum & Bugle Corps marching in Plymouth's Bicentennial Parade
1967 NH Champion of Drill Corps
This was originally Webster's Tavern, but was sold to Denison Burnham in 1843 and later expanded. It burned down in 1862.
Little Steppers Drum & Bugle Corps marching in Plymouth's Bicentennial Parade
NOW OPEN
SATS | THROUGH NOVEMBER | 10–1 | OWC
CURRENT EXHIBIT
Plymouth Historical Society Turns 50
Our current exhibit celebrates the Plymouth Historical Society's 50th Anniversary. It gives thanks to those who established the society, those whose work have kept it going, and features some of the unusual artifacts and photographs in its collection.
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SATURDAYS | MID-MARCH–DEC | 10–1
Old Webster Courthouse
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MUSEUM — CLOSING
EARLY DECEMBER
Free and open to the public — Drop in!
Step inside this 250-year-old courthouse to:
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browse the collection
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discover a story
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chat with the docents
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view the exhibit
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get questions answered
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share your stories, photos, or artifacts
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purchase books, post cards or puzzles
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support our efforts
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discover how YOU can help
No matter the reason, we are always happy to see you!
UPCOMING EVENTS
All events take place at the Plymouth Historical Museum in the Old Webster Courthouse on Court Street and are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
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​WED | OCT 23 | 7:00 | Downtown Northway Bank
MEETING
ANNUAL MEETING
Please join us for the Annual Meeting of the Plymouth Historical Society. There will be a brief business meeting, recognition of our many partners and wonderful volunteer, and cake and refreshments in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Plymouth Historical Society and the 250th Anniversary of the Old Webster Courthouse.
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In addition, Henry Ahern will present a 10-minute overview of the events that led to the creation of the Old Smith Bridge replica by Bryan Alan which has been housed in the foyer of Northway Bank's downtown branch.
Of course, all of our monthly meetings throughout the year are open to the public. But this meeting is a thank you and an invitation to the community to join us in our rich, shared history that has led to the town we value today. Hope to see you !
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​WED | NOV 13 | 5:30 | OWC
PRESENTATION:
THE HISTORY OF THE KANCAMAGUS HIGHWAY
GLENN KNOBLOCK
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Considered to be one of the most scenic roads in America, the Kancamagus Highway draws thousands of tourists to New Hampshire annually. The highway, which runs between Conway and Lincoln and through the towns of Albany and Waterville Valley, was fully opened in 1967, but the development of the highway itself took over 120 years to become a reality. Located in the Swift River Valley for much of its length, the Kancamagus is the gateway to the southern White Mountains and is not only renowned for its fall foliage views, but such celebrated natural sites as Sabbaday Falls, Lower Falls, and Rocky Gorge, to name just a few. Join historian and author Glenn Knoblock as he details the development of this Granite State treasure, and offers a glimpse into what the “Kanc” has to offer visitors all year round.
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There will be no further presentations
until the new year.
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Check back then to see what's in store!
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NEXT EVENT — WEDNESDAY • NOV. 13
