When is the Auction?
It is an in-person and online event this year. Saturday, July 11, 2026, 10:00 AM
Preview Days are:
Thursday, July 9 • Noon – 5:00PM
Friday, July 10 • Noon – 5:00 PM
Saturday, July 11 • 8:00 -10:00 AM
Where is the Auction located?
Live In-Person and Online.
New location for 2026. The auction will be held at the New Hampshire Boat Museum, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, NH 03254.
Do you take consignments?
No, this year (2026) we are only accepting donations.
Do you accept donated boats, cars and other items?
Yes, we are only accepting donations this year . All boats, boat paraphernalia and cars have to be approved by an Auction Committee member. If you wish to donate an item please email a description and photo to auction@nhbm.org. Donation Information Sheet
How can I register to bid at the auction?
Please check back in June. We will be using a new online format for “smalls”. If you are attending In-Person at The New Hampshire Boat Museum, pre-registration will open in June, If you need help registering online then we can help during Preview Days.
What forms of payment do you accept?
All bidders purchasing item(s) over $5,000 must have a payment that is guaranteed. Payment options include cash, wire transfer, cashiers check,/bank check, or personal check guaranteed by an irrevocable letter of credit. For item(s) under $5,000, cash, check or credit card can be used.
For items $5,000 and over, if paying by check, it must be guaranteed in order to remove your items the day of the sale. Otherwise, you will need to wait until the check has cleared before removing your items.
We highly recommend cash payments so you can take your item home the day of the auction.
Where do I pay?
New Hampshire Boat Museum will be processing payments through our point of sale system. You can pay in person the day of the auction. The Museum will send invoices following the auction.
Does the buyer have to pay anything in addition to the selling price of the item?
Buyers premium to be determined.
When can I pick up my items if I am the winning bidder?
Saturday July 11, day of sale, until 5pm at The New Hampshire Boat Museum, Moultonborough
Sunday July 12, 11am – 4pm: at The New Hampshire Boat Museum, Moultonborough
Monday July 14, 11am – 4pm at The New Hampshire Boat Museum, Moultonborough
Tuesday July 15, 11am – 4pm at The New Hampshire Boat Museum, Moultonborough
Items not picked up or have not had arrangements made for pick-up, shipping, or transport by July 15 will incur a daily storage fee of $100.
Shipping: Small items only, Information will be available soon
Boats: Buyers are responsible for picking up their boat(s) or making arrangements for transport.
When can I get a copy of the manifest which lists all the items?
On Preview Day, Friday at noon.
Is there a Parking fee?
No
Are the Preview and Auction Days ADA accessible?
Because the Previews are outdoors, weather can make the terrain uneven and pathways challenging. The Museum has handicap accessible porta-potties.
When can I drop off my boat or other items?
Please review the following drop-off requirements carefully.
Donation Acceptance
If your item is accepted as a donation, an Auction Committee member will contact you to confirm the designated date, time, and location for drop-off.
Boat Drop-Off Date
Boats may not be dropped off prior to Monday, July 6, 2026. No early deliveries will be accepted.
Required Documentation
All required paperwork must be fully completed prior to drop-off. Items with missing or incomplete documentation will not be auctioned.
Labeling Requirements
The following items must be clearly labeled at the time of delivery:
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Keys
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Manuals
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Registrations
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Accessories
On-Site Approval
A museum representative must be present to review and sign off on all items at the time of drop-off.
If you have any questions regarding your donation, please contact us prior to delivery. We appreciate your support and generosity.’
How many boats do you have?
We will have at least 10 boats of all kinds, plus outboard motors. Boating, lake, and other ephemera will be online bidding only.