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UNH Brewing Science Laboratory Headlines Final 2024 Beer for History
On Thursday, November 21, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the American Independence Museum (AIM) will host their final Beer of History of 2024, featuring beer brewed by UNH Brewing Science Laboratory.
AIM to Host Real Pirates Salem at Beer for History Event
On Thursday, November 7 at 6:00 p.m., the American Independence Museum (AIM) will welcome Real Pirates from Salem, Massachusetts to historic Folsom Tavern (1775) for a maritime-themed Beer for History event.
American Independence Museum to Offer “Spooky” Stroll
On Sunday, October 27, at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., the American Independence Museum (AIM) will offer a “spooky” walking tour, Exeter After Dark: Crime, Haunts, and Local Lore.
AIM to Welcome Sam von Trapp at Beer for History
On Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m., the American Independence Museum (AIM) will welcome Sam von Trapp and von Trapp Brewing to historic Folsom Tavern (1775) for Beer for History, presented by Donahue, Tucker & Ciandella. Sam von Trapp is the grandson of Maria and Georg (Captain) von Trapp, the family who inspired The Sound of Music.
First Fall Beer for History Kicks Off
On Thursday, October 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at historic Folsom Tavern (1775), the American Independence Museum (AIM) will host its first fall Beer for History with Sawbelly Brewing.
AIM to Celebrate Constitution Week
In honor of Constitution Week, Sept. 17 – Sept. 24, the American Independence Museum (AIM) will host a free special program on Wednesday, September 18 for the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and museum members.
AIM to Launch Digital Exhibits
On Thursday, August 15, the American Independence Museum (AIM) will launch a selection of digital exhibits as part of an organizational effort to increase accessibility to its collection.
AIM Receives Grant for Ladd-Gilman House Restoration
The Society of Colonial Wars in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has awarded the American Independence Museum (AIM) an $8,275 grant that will help restore the historic Ladd-Gilman House (1721). The grant will specifically fund repairs to basement doors and restoration of basement door frames, parts of which are rotted and require replacement.
Bonnie Ladd-Sullivan Explores Deep Ties to Ladd-Gilman House
A direct descendent of Nathaniel and Mercy Ladd who built the Ladd-Gilman House (1721), located on the grounds of the American Independence Museum (AIM), Bonnie Ladd-Sullivan is currently on a journey to document her ancestors.
Historian Continues to Research Heritage, Colonial Women in Exeter
Historian Norra Cardillo is researching the Ladd and Gilman women of Exeter, New Hampshire, work she plans to present as part of her master’s portfolio when she graduates from Idaho State University next spring. A descendant of the Ladd and Gilman families, She visited the historic Ladd-Gilman House (1721) at the American Independence Museum (AIM) for the second time in March to continue her research.
Traditional Artisan Village offers Insight into 18th-Century Life at American Independence Festival
Guests at the American Independence Festival on Saturday, July 13 may leave with a greater appreciation for their clothes, their shoes, and even their forks at an authentic Traditional Artisan Village.
American Independence Festival to Bring History to Life
On Saturday, July 13, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., visitors to the American Independence Festival will be transported back almost 250 years to the brink of the American Revolution.
