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Regions > Seacoast
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Site of the first settlement in New Hampshire, the Seacoast Region is made up of cities and towns dotted along the nation's shortest stretch of state seacoast, as well as inland along waterways such as Great Bay and the Piscataqua, Exeter and Lamprey rivers. The region is home to some of the state's most valued historic sites.
The city of Portsmouth hosts a wide range of restaurants, watering holes, outdoor cafes and unique shops. It is the third-oldest city in the United States. In the summer, Portsmouth is the site of Market Square Day, a street festival with local bands and crafts. Nine rocky islands off the Portsmouth coast make up the Isles of Shoals, which can be visited via cruises offered by the Isles of Shoals Steamship Company. The Fort Constitution State Historic Site overlooks the Piscataqua River and Atlantic Ocean in New Castle. The Odiorne State Park in Rye is unofficially titled the Birthplace of New Hampshire as the first European settlement was established there in 1623. The Seacoast Science Center, located within the park, describes the natural and human history of the Seacoast area. Whale watches are common off the coast, in Rye Harbor. Farther south, visitors travel to Hampton Beach for the annual sandcastle competition, the Children's Festival and the Seafood Festival. Beach shops and arcades line the boardwalk, and the Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom plays host to nationally known musicians and comedians. Moving inland, the American Independence Museum is located in Exeter and guards two original drafts of the U.S. Constitution. Every summer the museum puts on the Revolutionary War Festival, offering a full day of historic experiences and contemporary entertainment. Dover, sited along the Cochecho River, has made the most of its milltown heritage by converting old mill buildings into smart condominiums, restaurants and stores. Next door, the town of Durham is home to the University of New Hampshire, with many of the amenities associated with a college town, including sporting activities, visual and performing arts performances and terrific local eateries.
These Points of Interests are entertaining or educational places that are geared toward children or fun for the whole family.
Seacoast Science Center 570 Ocean Boulevard Rye, NH 03870 Ph: 603-436-8043 http://www.seacoastsciencecenter.org American Independence Museum 1 Governor's Lane Exeter, NH 03833 Ph: 603-772-2622 http://www.independencemuseum.org/ Children's Museum of New Hampshire 6 Washington Street Dover, NH 03802 Ph: 603-742-2002 http://www.childrens-museum.org/ The Music Hall 28 Chestnut Street Portsmouth, NH 03801 Ph: 603-436-2400 http://www.themusichall.org/ Strawbery Banke Museum 14 Hancock Streets Portsmouth, NH 03801 Ph: 603-433-1100 http://www.strawberybanke.org/ Water Country 2300 Lafayette Road Portsmouth, NH 03801 Ph: 603-427-1111 http://www.watercountry.com/
Hampton Beach Sand Sculpting Competition
June 17 - June 28, 2011 Watch artists and sand sculptors create beautiful works of art out of New Hampshire sand. More information: hamptonbeach.org 21th Annual American Independence Festival July 16, 2011 Celebrate America's freedom and birthday in historic Exeter, NH. The event features a traditional artisan's village, colonial food and culture as well as reenactments, fireworks and plenty of other history. More information: independencemuseum.org Stratham Fair July 21-24, 2011 The Stratham Fair was originally a 250th Anniversary Celebration and lobster bake for the town of Stratham. Over the years, the event has grown to be one of New Hampshire's oldest and move beloved fairs. The Stratham Fair is also the major annual fundraiser for the Stratham Volunteer Fire Department. More information: strathamfair.com/ 22nd Hampton Beach Seafood Festival September 9 - September 11, 2011 More than 60 of the Seacoast area's top restaurants will be serving their world famous New England seafood. Lobsters, shrimp, fried clams, BBQ ribs, steak tips, "blooming onions", scrumptious deserts and more. Other highlights for this event include music, kids activities, arts and craft vendors and a lobster roll eating contest. More information: hamptonbeachseafoodfestival.com/ Apple Harvest Day October 1, 2011 Apple Harvest Day in Dover normally begins with a pancake breakfast on Saturday morning, and also features a popular apple pie baking contest, with prizes being awarded to the top five entrants in two age groups: adults 15 and older; and children ages 5 to 14. With vendors lining the streets of the downtown area, the event is also highlighted by a series of musical, dance and theatrical performances for all ages, carnival games and rides, raffles, a traveling barnyard, and pony rides. More information: http://www.dovernh.org  |
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