The New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will host the 50th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show on Saturday, August 9 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Alton Bay Town Docks. The free public event marks a half-century of celebrating New Hampshire’s freshwater boating heritage and is among the longest-running vintage boat shows in the region.
“What I love about the Alton Bay Boat Show is how it turns the whole waterfront into a living gallery,” noted NHBM Executive Director Devon Kurtz. “Every boat carries a story, every owner is eager to share it, and the community leans in with real affection. It’s one of the coolest, most heartfelt days on the lake.”
At the show, which features classic wooden and early fiberglass vessels (model year 1975 and earlier), spectators are invited to walk the docks, meet the owners, and cast ballots for the People’s Choice Award.
“This is one of the most exciting events of the summer for the whole family,” said NHBM Executive Director Devon Kurtz. “It’s truly a remarkable collection of boats, and spectators can get up close and talk with the owners.”
Pre-registration is not required, and docking is first-come, first-served. “Reaching the 50th anniversary is a significant milestone for the museum and for the boating community across New Hampshire,” added Kurtz.
The 50th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show is sponsored by The NASWA Resort, Mundial Group, Inc., and Water’s Nook Home Decor and Gifts.
About NHBM
Founded in 1992 by antique and classic boating enthusiasts, NHBM offers dynamic exhibits and engaging events and programs tailored to the diverse boating lifestyles and values of people of all ages. 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, North Water Marine, Eastern Propane and Oil, Kingswood Press and Design Studios, Avery Insurance, KW Lakes and Mountains, Lanes End Marine, Watermark Marine, and