- TripBuzz found 183 things to do with kids in or near Amherst, New Hampshire, including 181 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Manchester, Nashua and Concord.
- From Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis Club to Joe English Reservation, the Amherst area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Tennis, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- Created from a land grant to soldiers in 1728, Amherst was settled around 1733 and enjoyed a population boom after World War II, largely due to its location an hour outside of Boston. The city contains Federal, Georgian and Greek Revival houses and buildings. Amherst also pays homage to its part in the Civil War, with monuments and other artifacts throughout the city.
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Featuring a stone tower, Retreat Trails provides visitors with a scenic path in a wilderness that is home to eagles and deer. One of the highlights is an Olympic ski jump called the Harris Hill Ski Jump.
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Fort Dummer State Park is a 217 acre state park overlooking the site of Fort Dummer. The park is populated by forest land, and features several hiking trails as well as a campground.
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The Ellacoya State Park is located on the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee, with views of the Sandwich and Ossippee Mountains. Campgrounds, a sandy beach and picnic area provide opportunities for recreation and exploration.
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Renamed and repaired in 1791, Fort Constitution was used during the war of 1812, and to train military units during the Civil War. The Fort Constitution Historic Site now provides a glimpse of that past through walking trails, the fort, and a lighthouse on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean.
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211 Wild Rose Lane, New Castle, NH 03854
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Named after General John Stark, the Fort Stark State Historic Site is a fort originally built to protect Portsmouth Harbor. Available activities include a tour of the visitor center, informational trails, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and bird watching.
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Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125
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Every visit to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library begins with a short film about the Kennedy era. Guests are then left to wander as they please through the exhibits about Kennedy's presidency along with the extensive research collections.
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The Dedham Historical Society has collected and preserved many items that piece together a story of local history. Collections include pottery, antique chairs and clocks, and jeweled boxes and decorations.
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Known for their quality productions, Fiddlehead Theatre is an asset to the Greater Boston community. Along with live performances such as plays and musicals, the theater offers an educational program for youth interested in the dramatic arts.
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Dedham Community Theatre is an independent cinema founded in 1927. The theatre offers art-house films, events, music, and comedy while helping independent filmmakers to thrive in the age of digital downloads. The theatre also offers first run movies all year.
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A part of the Fort Constitution Historic Site, the Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse offers free tours of the lighthouse. Climb to the lantern room for a view of Portsmouth Harbor.