On Saturday, June 17, residents of New Hampshire will be able to visit the New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) in Wolfeboro at no charge during the museum’s popular annual New Hampshire Appreciation Day. “It’s our way to thank our fellow NH citizens for all of their support,” said NHBM Executive Director Martha Cummings.
Highlights at NHBM this season include “Letting Off Steam: Escaping to New Hampshire during the Golden Age of Steam,” an exhibit that displays a Fitzhenry Steam Engine from the historic Iona steamboat. The exhibit also features artifacts from the Woodsum Steamboat Company on Lake Sunapee.
Other highlights at NHBM this year include Vintage Boat Rides, Boat Building, Community Sailing, Lake Discovery Family Days, and more. “At the New Hampshire Boat Museum, our focus is on not just educating people of all ages about the state’s rich boating boating heritage, but experiencing it first-hand,” added Cummings. “We hope residents from across the state accept our invitation to visit us on our annual New Hampshire Appreciation Day.
New Hampshire Appreciation Day takes place on Saturday, June 17, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at NHBM, 399 Center St., in Wolfeboro. To gain free entry, New Hampshire residents should bring their driver’s license.
Founded in 1992 by antique and classic boating enthusiasts, NHBM is committed to inspire people of all ages with an enduring connection, stewardship, and appreciation of New Hampshire’s freshwater boating heritage through compelling exhibits, experiences, and educational programs.
About NHBM
Founded in 1992 by antique and classic boating enthusiasts, NHBM is committed to inspire people of all ages with an understanding of, and appreciation for, the boating heritage of New Hampshire’s fresh waterways. NHBM exhibits, events and programming covers everything from boat charters, boat trips and race boats to canoes, wooden boats, outboard motors, sculling, sailing sunfish, and Lyman and Johnson motors. Some of our hands-on programs take place on Lake Winnipesaukee. NHBM is sponsored in part by Goodhue Boat Company, Eastern Propane and Oil, Stark Creative, KW Lakes and Mountains, Taylor Community, Belletetes, and North Water Marine.