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Built 1818, 3-story brick residence, one of the three three dwelling within the Woodman Institute, was home to Annie Woodman until her death in 1915 when it was deeded to the City of Dover along with an astonishing $100,000 for the creation of an institute to promote local education in science, history and the arts. The brick home of famous New Hampshire attorney, Daniel Christie, on Central street was purchased as was the home of the famous New Hampshire abolitionist Senator John P. Hale next door. Soon after the structure of the oldest surviving garrison (1675) in the region was donated to the town, was moved between the two properties and a protective shelter was placed over the old colonial structure forming a complete museum campus.
The institute houses an extensive collections of minerals, plus exhibits of mammals, shells, fish and reptiles, a moose, a polar bear, alligator, and hippopotamus; and birds, moths and butterflies in their original turn-of-the-century display cases. Also visitors will find a display of Native American items, contemporary and prehistoric. There is a collection of dolls, many pictures, maps and books, posters and more. There is also a War Memorial Museum, where among the many items of interest there is one of the ten known "Napoleon" Civil War canons complete with its original caisson and the saddle used by President Abraham Lincoln while reviewing the troops shortly before his assassination in April 1865. Abraham Lincoln had been a frequent visitor of the along with an astonishing $100,000 for the creation of an institute to promote local education in science, history and the arts. The brick home of famous New Hampshire attorney, Daniel Christie, on Central street was purchased as was the home of the famous New Hampshire abolitionist Senator John P. Hale next door. Soon after the structure of the oldest surviving garrison (1675) in the region was donated to the town, was moved between the two properties and a protective shelter was placed over the old colonial structure forming a complete museum campus.
The institute houses an extensive collections of minerals, plus exhibits of mammals, shells, fish and reptiles, a moose, a polar bear, alligator, and hippopotamus; and birds, moths and butterflies in their original turn-of-the-century display cases. Also visitors will find a display of Native American items, contemporary and prehistoric. There is a collection of dolls, many pictures, maps and books, posters and more. There is also a War Memorial Museum, where among the many items of interest there is one of the ten known "Napoleon" Civil War canons complete with its original caisson and the saddle used by President Abraham Lincoln while reviewing the troops shortly before his assassination in April 1865. Abraham Lincoln had been a frequent visitor of the [johnphaleh], then home to John Parker Hale (1806-1873), who had taken a solid stand against slavery. CODE left
Built 1818, 3-story brick residence, one of the three three dwelling within the Woodman Institute, was home to Annie Woodman until her death in 1915 when it was deeded to the City of [dover] along with an astonishing $100,000 for the creation of an institute to promote local education in science, history and the arts. The brick home of famous New Hampshire attorney, Daniel Christie, on Central street was purchased as was the home of the famous New Hampshire abolitionist Senator John P. Hale next door. Soon after the structure of the oldest surviving garrison (1675) in the region was donated to the town, was moved between the two properties and a protective shelter was placed over the old colonial structure forming a complete museum campus.
The institute houses an extensive collections of minerals, plus exhibits of mammals, shells, fish and reptiles, a moose, a polar bear, alligator, and hippopotamus; and birds, moths and butterflies in their original turn-of-the-century display cases. Also visitors will find a display of Native American items, contemporary and prehistoric. There is a collection of dolls, many pictures, maps and books, posters and more. There is also a War Memorial Museum, where among the many items of interest there is one of the ten known "Napoleon" Civil War canons complete with its original caisson and the saddle used by President Abraham Lincoln while reviewing the troops shortly before his assassination in April 1865. Abraham Lincoln had been a frequent visitor of the [johnphaleh], then home to John Parker Hale (1806-1873), who had taken a solid stand against slavery.
Location:
182 Central Avenue, Dover New Hampshire 03820
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06/08 Coming to The Dover area
Taste of the Valley Plymouth NH March21 Experience all of your favorite local flavors. Several restaurants from the region will be there hoping to win your vote in the "Best in Show" competition.
Seacoast Home and Garden Show Durham NH March23-24 The 19th annual show features more than 225 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for your home.
Green Mountain Film Festival Montpelier VT March22-31 Culture reigns at the Green Mountain Film Festival, featuring powerful programming on a wide range of subjects, interesting and often unexpected guests, and a convivial atmosphere.
7th Annual Great International Spring Beer Festival Providence RI April20 Your Beer Festival Admission Ticket will allow you UNLIMITED SAMPLING of more than 250 brewers, live music, food and MUCH MORE at the Rhode Island Convention Center.
New England Folk Festival Mansfield MA April19-21 A fabulous blend of dance, music, crafts, and food from many lands.
Connecticut Sheep, Wool and Fiber Festival Vernon CT April27 The festival, started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association, as a program ""to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut"", has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival by providing exhibits, demonstrations and over 60 vendors from the sheep, wool and fiber arena.
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