civics - American Independence Museum

Join AIM at OTTO Pizza

by | Nov 24, 2023

darkened restaurant exterior with lit sign that reads OTTO

Date: Monday, December 18
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: OTTO Pizza, 33 Water St, Exeter, NH

Join us at OTTO Pizza for an AIM fundraiser. We will be there to catch you up on AIM, and find out how your December is going. 10% of all food sales that evening will benefit AIM.

Have a slice for a good cause!

About American Independence Museum

Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Silent Auction 2023

by jen | Nov 18, 2023

Two tables decorated for a winter holiday event.

Date: Thursday, November 30th
Time: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Folsom Tavern, 164 Water St.
Cost: Free ($10 donations appreciated)

Join us as we ring in the season, as Folsom Tavern will be decorated for the season to the public for a Holiday Tavern Open House, presented by M&T Bank.

At this event, we will feature hot beverages and snacks in addition to informal presentations about colonial drinks (coffee and tea).We will also have a gift shop set up within Folsom Tavern, so be prepared to do some shopping, too!

We will also feature an exciting Silent Auction with proceeds to benefit our educational and public programming for people of all ages. Click the buttion to bid on our Silent Auction Online.

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About American Independence Museum

Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Homeschool Day!

by | Oct 5, 2023

Date: October 24, 2023
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Folsom Tavern
Cost: $10 children 5+, $5 adults, $0 children under 5
Capacity: 12 kids per session, each session is 90 minutes

Two Sides to the Story: Patriot or Loyalist? It wasn’t always easy to know what side to be on. Imagine that you are living in colonial America and wrestle with the tricky decision of deciding your stance. Will you decide to sign the Patriots oath of allegiance?

Each program is a 90 minute program
This is not a drop-off program. Parents must accompany children for the duration of the program.
Due to the historic nature of the buildings, the museum is not handicapped accessible.

Register for Homeschool Day

About American Independence Museum

Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Ghosts of Winter Street Cemetery Tours

by | Sep 28, 2023

Date: October 21, 2023
Times: 3:00, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30
Location: Winter Street Cemetery, Exeter

3 p.m. Family Tour Cost:
$15 Family ticket for up to four
$10 Member Family ticket for up to four
$3 each additional person

Regular Tour Cost:
$10 Adult
$7 Child (ages 6-18)
$5 Member
$3 Member Child (ages 6-18)
free for children under 6

The American Independence Museum invites you to join them at the Winter Street Cemetery to celebrate the waning light and autumn season. Your colonial guide will meet you at the Winter Street Cemetery where you will see the final resting place and the graves of many of Exeter’s famous and infamous revolutionary residents, hear their stories, and learn about this historic cemetery.

Families with elementary school age children are invited to join the 3:00 tour. Join us in your Halloween costume as we stroll the cemetery, discover stories of the past and receive a colonial treat!

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Please note:

This event does not take place at the museum. Ample on-street parking is available at Winter Street Cemetery. This is an outdoor event held rain or shine. Please dress accordingly.

All tours are limited to 10 people and will be held exclusively outside.

Hand sanitizer will be provided at the entrance/exit point.
No public restroom available.
Sunset is at 5:45 pm. If you are on the 5:00 or 5:30 pm tour, please bring a flashlight.
The cemetery is on uneven ground. Please wear comfortable footwear and watch your step as you move through the cemetery.

This program is made possible by a grant from New Hampshire Humanities. Learn more at www.nhhumanities.org.

About American Independence Museum

Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.

Creative Aging Discovery Session

by jen | Sep 26, 2023

Date: Thursday, October 19
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Virtual

If you are an older adult, we invite you to a 60-minute Zoom session as part of our Creative Aging Advisory Group. At this informal session, we want to hear from you regarding the kinds of programs you want to see not just here at AIM, but in your community.

Free memberships will be given to all attendees!

Register here

About American Independence Museum

Located in Exeter, NH, the American Independence Museum features a rare collection of historic artifacts that shed light on the Revolutionary War. Examples of popular items in our exhibits include a dragoon pistol, brown bess musket, and 18th century powder horn. Many of our programs offer insight into civic duties, civic engagement and civic responsibility, while we also feature a variety of things to do in NH, such as camps for kids, festivals, summer festival, reenactments, and homeschool programs. Perfect for a day trip or weekend trips, we believe in inclusivity and inclusive history and the spirit behind the phrase, ‘we the people’.