New Hampshire Boat Museum of Wolfeboro, New Hampshire New Hampshire Boat Museum
The New Hampshire Boat Museum is an educational organization focusing on the boating heritage and life on the lakes and rivers of New Hampshire. We serve the local community and visitors by presenting exhibits and outreach programs, events, publications and hands-on activities.

What's New...

Wooden Boat Restoration Course Now Offered by the New Hampshire Boat Museum
December 3, 2009.
A new Wooden Boat Restoration Course will be offered by the New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro in January. Read More

New Trustees Elected to the New Hampshire Boat Museum Board
November 30, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum of Wolfeboro is pleased to announce the election of five new Trustees to the Board. Elected for three year terms are Mark Whitehead of Ossipee, Don McBride of Wolfeboro, Eric Letendre of Melvin Village, and Carol Bly and Zeke Bly of Wolfeboro Falls. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Announces Volunteer of the Year
October 31, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum of Wolfeboro is pleased to announce the 2009 Volunteer of the Year Award has been awarded to David and Rae Lynn Warren of Melvin Village. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Hosts “Meet the Drivers” Dinners
September 7, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum will host “Meet the Drivers” social events as part of the Wolfeboro Vintage Raceboat Regatta. These are opportunities for the public to come and meet the drivers and their race crews who are coming from all over the United States and Canada to participate in this event to be held on September 18 and 19. Read More

NH BOAT MUSEUM OFFERS SPECIAL RIDES AT THE WOLFEBORO VINTAGE RACEBOAT REGATTA - September 2, 2009. The New Hampshire Boat Museum's 2009 Wolfeboro Vintage Raceboat Regatta will offer special opportunities for the public to view and participate in restaging the historical vintage race boating on beautiful Wolfeboro Bay on Lake Winnipesaukee on September 18 and 19. Read More

NH BOAT MUSEUM ANNOUNCES 2009 REGATTA POSTER
September 1, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum's 2009 Wolfeboro Vintage Raceboat Regatta commemorative poster will feature a new painting by local artist Peter Ferber. Posters signed by the artist will be available for sale at $30 at the event on September 18 and 19, with an opportunity to meet the artist each afternoon from 12 until 4pm. Read More

WOLFEBORO VINTAGE RACEBOAT REGATTA
September 17-19
The past will come alive as some of the best known race boats of bygone eras return to Wolfeboro for the 6th Biennial Wolfeboro Vintage Raceboat Regatta. This year's Regatta includes over 50 vintage race boats performing demonstration laps on a one-mile oval course on beautiful Wolfeboro Bay on Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Presents “The Lady of the Lake”
The First Successful Steamboat on Lake Winnipesaukee & Its Impact on Local History, Economy & Development
August 14, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro is pleased to welcome David Warren of Melvin Village on Thursday, August 27 for a free presentation at 7pm entitled “The Lady of the Lake.” Read More

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR VINTAGE RACEBOAT REGATTA
August 10, 2009.
Volunteers are needed for the New Hampshire Boat Museum's Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta to be held on September 18 and 19 on Lake Winnipesaukee. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Presents “Archaeology Under New Hampshire Waters”
Learn about NH's Submerged Cultural Resources
July 23, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro is pleased to welcome Dr. David Switzer on Thursday, August 6 at 7pm for a presentation entitled “Archaeology Under New Hampshire Waters.” Read More

THE NEW HAMPSHIRE BOAT MUSEUM PRESENTS THE ALTON BAY BOAT SHOW
July 22, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum presents the 33rd Annual Alton Bay Boat Show on Saturday, August 8, 9am to 12noon, at the Alton Bay Public Docks on Lake Winnipesaukee. This is an informal, non-judged vintage boat show with all “woodies” welcome. No advance registration is necessary. Read More

FAMILY DAY & OPEN HOUSE AT THE NEW HAMPSHIRE BOAT MUSEUM 
July 21, 2009. 
The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro will host its annual Family Day and Open House on Saturday, August 1, 2009, from 9:30am to 1:00pm. Bring the family for a day of fun activities. Read More

NEW HAMPSHIRE BOAT MUSEUM HOSTS 3RD ANNUAL BOATHOUSE TOUR
July 17, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum will host its third annual Boathouse Tour on Thursday, August 13 featuring six boathouses on Lake Winnipesaukee's shore. Tickets are now available for sale by contacting the Museum at 569-4554. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Presents “Ice Yachting in the Lakes Region”
Local Ice Boat Sailor Shares the History of this Sport in the Lakes Region
July 1, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro is pleased to welcome Charlie Silfvenius on Thursday, July 16 for a presentation at 7pm entitled “Ice Yachting in the Lakes Region.” This program about the fastest non-motorized vehicle in the world is free and open to the public. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Holds Annual New England Vintage Boat Auction
June 25, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum will offer great values and variety at its annual New England Vintage Boat Auction on Saturday, July 18 at 11am in Wolfeboro, NH. Held under the tents on the museum property at 397 Center Street (Route 28N), boats may be previewed Friday, July 17 from 12-5pm. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Readies for Race Boat Regatta
June 3, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum is preparing for the 6th biennial Wolfeboro (NH) Vintage Race Boat Regatta to be held on September 16 - 19. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Offers Workshop on Shoreland Environmental Law
May 26, 2009.
Learn about the Comprehensive Shoreland Protection Act at The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro on Thursday, June 11. The workshop will be presented by Jason Aube of the NH Department of Environmental Services and held at the Museum in Wolfeboro beginning at 7pm. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Announces Summer Lecture Series
Free Thursday Night Programs for Shoreline Property Owners, Boating Enthusiasts & History Lovers
May 23, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro announces its Summer Lecture Series with a wide range of topics being offered. These programs are held at 7pm on selected Thursday evenings at the museum and are free and open to the public. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Opens for the Season
New Exhibits on Display for Boating Enthusiasts & History Lovers
May 13, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro opens for the season on Saturday, May 23rd with new exhibits on display. “By constantly changing displays, there is always a reason to return to the Museum and gain some new insights into the history of boating on the lakes and rivers of New Hampshire,” stated NHBM Chair Hank Why. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Ice Out Dinner A Success
April 24, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum is pleased to announce its 4th Annual Ice Out Dinner, held at Club 59, Kingswood Golf Club in Wolfeboro, was a great success, with over $4,000 raised at the event. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Seeks Auction Items
April 6, 2009.
The New Hampshire Boat Museum of Wolfeboro, NH is actively seeking consignments and donations for its annual New England Vintage Boat Auction to be held on Saturday, July 18. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum 's Annual Ice Out Dinner
March 25, 2009
. The New Hampshire Boat Museum invites the public to attend its annual Ice Out Dinner on Saturday, April 18, at Club 59, Kingswood Golf Club in Wolfeboro. Tickets are $40 per person and include your choice of entrée. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Offers Boat Building Classes
Build A Boat This Summer at the New Hampshire Boat Museum
March 19, 2009. The New Hampshire Boat Museum is now accepting applications for its summer boat building classes for youth, family, adults and a special women-only class. Read More

New Hampshire Boat Museum Appoints New Director

February 17, 2009. The New Hampshire Boat Museum Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Ann W. Sprague of Meredith as Executive Director of the organization. Read More


OPEN: Memorial Day Weekend through Columbus Day – HOURS: Monday through Saturday 10 - 4 / Sunday Noon - 4

New Hampshire Boat Museum   397 Center St. (Routes 109/28)  PO Box 1195   Wolfeboro Falls, NH 03896

PHONE: 603-569-4554  – EMAIL: museum@nhbm.org