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Patriot’s Day Membership Drive at AIM
Renewing your membership helps sustain our museum, ensuring that we continue to share different perspectives of the Revolutionary era, encourage critical thinking as we encounter the past, and inspire civic engagement in our community.
Questioning “Does Truth Matter?” with the American Independence Museum
The American Independence Museum is pleased to announce the first virtual Tavern Talk of 2022 on Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. featuring guest speaker Dr. Joshua Tepley presenting “Does Truth Matter?” “This Tavern Talk will touch on the timeless concept of truth, questions that both past and present Granite State citizens grapple with…
Raise a Glass for Our Virtual Holiday Tea
Featuring colonial music and opportunities to learn about colonial tea etiquette and 18th century foodways. As part of the virtual event, each participant will receive several colonial recipes suited for tea and a half-ounce package of tea from Alchemy & Herbs in Exeter.
Fireside Tavern Night at the American Independence Museum
Free for all ages, the event will feature colonial music, fireside cooking demonstrations, hot cider and refreshments, and opportunities to make simple crafts. Attendees will also be able to purchase items from the museum’s gift shop inside the tavern.
AIM Encourages Shopping Local With Museum Store Sunday
“Thanks to our participation in Museum Store Sunday we had online customers shopping from multiple states and shipped more than we had ever before!” said Executive Director Emma Stratton.
Successful Tour Season Ends Soon
Located in historic downtown Exeter, the American Independence Museum has welcomed nearly 800 visitors on tours during their abbreviated 2021 season. With tours ending on Saturday, November 20, visitors still have a few days to experience the museum’s Ladd-Gilman House, Folsom Tavern, or behind-the-scenes Architecture tour.
Beer for History Welcomes The Czar’s Brewery
On Thursday, November 18, the American Independence Museum will host Beer for History, sponsored by Donahue Tucker & Ciandella, with The Czar’s Brewery as the featured brewer. Located in historic downtown Exeter, capital of New Hampshire during the Revolutionary War, The Czar’s Brewery offers everything from brown, blonde, and pumpkin ales to IPA’s, hefeweizens, and more.
Go Behind the Scenes with an Architectural Tour
They sure don’t build them like they used to. The American Independence Museum is providing visitors with a peek “behind the scenes” to see how their two 18th century properties have weathered the challenges of time.
UNH BrewLab to headline next Beer for History
On the heels of a successful kickoff in October with Pipe Dream Brewing from Londonderry, Beer for History, sponsored by Donahue Tucker & Ciandella, will welcome UNH BrewLab on Thursday, November 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. Featuring craft beer, colonial-inspired games and trivia, Beer for History is appropriate for all ages.
Spirits of the Past Explores Spooky Museum History
On Thursday, October 28, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., on the Folsom Tavern Lawn, the American Independence Museum will host Spirits of the Past, which focuses on the 19th century Spiritualist movement.
Ghosts of Winter Street Cemetery Tours
On Saturday, October 23, the American Independence Museum will host Ghosts of Winter Street Cemetery, a popular family-friendly event that takes visitors on a tour through history.
Join AIM’s Ghosts of Winter Street Cemetery Tour
On Saturday, October 23, the American Independence Museum will host Ghosts of Winter Street Cemetery, a popular family-friendly event that takes visitors on a tour through history.
