How did the coming of the railroad impact New England communities like Keene, NH? Walk the Cheshire Railtrail through downtown Keene with Historical Society of Cheshire County senior historian Alan Rumrill. Learn about the arrival of Keene’s first train in 1848. Visit the sites where many industrial firms found success along the tracks in the downtown area.

Ticketing Details

Tickets are $10/person. Tickets must be pre-purchased (click here) within 24 hours of the tour day/time. No walk-up tickets will be available at this time. Tour guides do not carry money.

Space is limited to 8 people per tour. Tours meet at the Walldogs sign on the corner of Main Street and Railroad Street in Keene. Bring a printed copy of your ticket or show it on your smartphone to the tour guide.

Wear comfortable shoes, dress for the weather.

For private and group tour information, please email our Education Director, Michelle Walker at mwalker@hsccnh.org.