- TripBuzz found 65 things to do with kids in or near Peterborough, New Hampshire, including 53 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Keene, Jaffrey, Fitchburg and Nashua.
- From Bowerbird & Friends Antiques to Adam's Playground, the Peterborough area offers 92 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Bowling and Playgrounds.
- Located in southern New Hampshire, Peterborough is a major tourist destination due to its MacDowell Art Colony. The art colony was established in 1907 and has since helped the community establish notable events such as the 'Children and the Arts Day' festival. The town was also a stop on the Underground Railroad and has many opportunities to experience the weight of the nation's history.
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Made out of bricks, Peterborough Town House is a historic town hall that is open to the public. The building has a large auditorium where it hosts concerts and other events.
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The Actors' Circle Theatre showcases community theatre plays featuring local talent from surrounding communities. The company produces yearly summer 'Shakespeare in the Park' award-winning productions in Peterborough's Depot Square Park.
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Named for World War II veterans, Howard Memorial Park is located along a wooded area that features views of nearby Cheshire Pond. The park is home to waterfowl and offers open grassy areas along with picnic tables.
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In operation since the 1930s, Silver Ranch Stables offers horseback lessons and rides at its ranch. Depending on the season and weather, visitors can take sleigh and carriage rides through the surrounding trails.
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Measuring 3,165 feet, Mount Monadnock provides views nearly 2,000 feet above the neighboring landscape. The mountain offers hiking trails through points of interest including rock formations, waterfalls, springs, a mine and a reservoir.
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Monadnock State Park is surrounded by thousands of acres of protected highlands and is open year-round. They offer a family camping ground, trails for hiking and picnic tables for picking.
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Rails to Trails is a trail that borders a river that can be used for biking, hiking, and running. The trail is dog friendly and is open to snowmobiles in the winter.
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A sports complex, Humiston Field features a dual-use field for baseball and soccer along with basketball and volleyball courts that serve as a winter ice skating rink. It also offers a children's playground, bleacher seating and a snack bar.
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Nestled in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, the Mount Monadnock State Park is lush, shady and popular for picnics. The park includes the Poole Reservoir in its extreme northwestern corner. Day visits are free, but campers must purchase a permit.
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Lake Contoocook Public Beach is a beach off the coast of Lake Contoocook. The beach is open to the public and is known to be relatively uncrowded. The lake is suitable for fishing and lunch stands can be found nearby.