Monadnock Region
Events
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Trains from Hancock and Harrisville to Beyond with Alan Rumrill
FeaturedOnline ProgramJoin Alan Rumrill, Executive Director of the Historical Society of Cheshire County, for an enlightening talk on the train history of Hancock and Harrisville. Through the use of archival photographs and the historical record, Alan will discuss where these railroads went, when they ran, and how they were built. Join us for this virtual ride […]
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Granny D Memorial Walk
FeaturedGranny D Memorial Walk August 8, 2020 1-4pm Please join us for the Annual Granny D Memorial Walk on August 8, 2020 in Keene, NH. This year our theme is "100 Years of Women Walking for Democracy." We're celebrating not only our founders, Dublin, NH's Doris "Granny D" Haddock, we're also celebrating 100 years since […]
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Documentary The Vote
FeaturedOnline ProgramWednesday, August 26. One hundred years ago, the 19th amendment was ratified, guaranteeing American women the right to vote. To celebrate this monumental achievement, New Hampshire PBS and The Historical Society of Cheshire County are honored to invite you to a virtual screening of the newest documentary from AMERICAN EXPERIENCE, THE VOTE on Wednesday, August […]
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Auction of Historic Proportions
FeaturedOnline ProgramIf you are looking for a fun way to support the programs of the Historical Society of Cheshire County, the Auction of Historic Proportions is your ticket. Over 100 items are available to bid on. Bidding starts on the auction website September 1 and continues on through the live auction on September 25, 2020 at […]
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Badass Women of Keene Walking Tour
FeaturedOne hundred years ago, many women around the country won the right to vote with the passage of the 19th amendment. The Badass Women of Keene walking tour delves into the history of that occasion from a local perspective. This history-on-the-streets experience highlights empowered women from the community and shares one city’s involvement with a national movement. […]
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Used Book Sale – exclusive entry opportunity (advanced ticket purchase required for entry)
FeaturedHistorical Society of Cheshire County 246 Main Street, Keene, NH, United StatesHistorical Society of Cheshire County Reopens to the Public for Used Book Sale Book lovers will be glad to know that the 20th annual used book sale at the Historical Society of Cheshire County is a go. Although the book sale was delayed for about six months due to the pandemic, the Society has managed […]