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American Independence Museum - May 2024 Newsletter

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Help Us Protect Exeter's Heritage!

One aspect that sometimes goes unseen is the work required to preserve history... a reality that will be visible when we open for the 2024 season this Thursday, May 9!

Help Us Preserve The Ladd-Gilman House (c.1721)

Decades of wear and tear have taken their toll on the Ladd-Gilman House, which requires a number of essential repairs, including plaster repair, interior and exterior painting, electrical upgrades, and lining the chimney that vents the furnace. Completing these projects in 2024 is crucial to not only help preserve this invaluable historic building, but ensure compliance with current code requirements.
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You can take a peek at this restoration in progress during a tour of the Ladd-Gilman House. Tours begin this Thursday. Book now and join us!
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
 
HISTORIC BEVERAGES TOUR FOR HOMESCHOOLERS
Wednesday, May 22 at 9:30AM & 12PM
 

Homeschoolers will sip their way back to the 1700s and discover how hot beverages (tea, chocolate, and coffee) played an important role in America’s fight for independence.

$10 for Children ages 5 to 12
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34th AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL
Saturday, July 13 from 10AM - 4PM

Come join us to celebrate the anniversary of the arrival of the Declaration of Independence to New Hampshire on July 16th, 1776. Featuring a live Declaration reading, 18th Century Artisans, Beer Garden, and much more!

Admission is FREE thanks to Service Credit Union!
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MINI CAMPS
Now enlisting for July!

Campers will immerse themselves in hands-on 18th century life, uncovering the stories of the people who helped build our nation and how they can continue to be a part of America’s unfolding story.

Enlist for one, two, three, or all six sessions!
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Check out more of our upcoming events on our EVENT CALENDAR!
 
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Support "We Are One"

Our "We Are One” campaign embodies unity, enlightenment, and progress. Your support enables us to expand education, curate exhibits, and foster vital conversations. By supporting us, you endorse the belief that every voice matters, echoing the spirit of the United States Constitution. 

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Folsom Tavern (1775) Restoration Project

In the next 12 months, plans have been made to convert the 30-year-old oil boiler to a new gas boiler, repair, replace, and stain the clapboard exterior, and seal foundation leaks, regrade, and connect the underground drainage system to the town’s storm drain. 

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Thank You To Our Major Sponsors
William W. Treat Foundation
New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Kathleen Mahoney and Ozzie Ayscue
The Society of the Cincinnati in the State of New Hampshire
New Hampshire State Council on the Arts
Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati
Eventide Foundation
M&T Bank
 

American Independence Museum - May 2024 Newsletter

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