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All About Jack’s Pond: A History Hike
Join Hancock writer Eric Aldrich and Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire Director JerriAnne Boggis for a 1.75-mile roundtrip hike to Jack’s Pond, where we'll learn about Jack — a once-enslaved African who gained his freedom — the families he was connected with, and how Black history, so long in the shadows, is now coming to light.
Foliage Hike for Veterans at Cathedral of the Pines
Join Harris Center's Susie Spikol and Cathedral of the Pines Executive Director Michelle Lowe for an afternoon exploration of the Cathedral of the Pines in Rindge, a historical site founded at the end of World War II to honor all veterans. This event is for veterans only.
Ecology Hike: Loverens Mill Cedar Swamp
Join avid hikers and naturalists Phil Brown and Tom Eid for a 3-mile walk-and-talk at the Loverens Mill Cedar Swamp Preserve in Antrim, where we’ll learn about the cultural history of Loverens Mill and explore a rare boreal white cedar swamp.
Celebratory Paddle at Robb Reservoir
Join Phil Brown, Alan Rumrill, and Geri Bailey for a leisurely paddle through one of the most diverse ecosystems in New England, where we'll look for eagles, turtles, and herons – and discuss the remarkable history of the 1,750-acre Robb Reservoir reservation.
Environmental Studies Institute — Deep Presence: 13,000 Years of Native American History in the Monadnock Region
Zoom , United StatesJoin Dr. Robert Goodby to explore the historical and archaeological evidence for the first 400 generations of the human story in the Monadnock Region.
Environmental Studies Institute — Deep Presence: 13,000 Years of Native American History in the Monadnock Region
Zoom , United StatesJoin Dr. Robert Goodby to explore the historical and archaeological evidence for the first 400 generations of the human story in the Monadnock Region.
Environmental Studies Institute — Deep Presence: 13,000 Years of Native American History in the Monadnock Region
Zoom , United StatesJoin Dr. Robert Goodby to explore the historical and archaeological evidence for the first 400 generations of the human story in the Monadnock Region.
An Evening with the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire
Join JerriAnne Boggis, Executive Director of the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH), for a presentation on BHTNH’s work to raise awareness of African American history and life stories in the Granite State.
Easygoing Hike at Elmwood Junction
Join historian Alan Rumrill and naturalist Susie Spikol for a historical exploration of the old railroad station at Elmwood Junction. Take a walk back in time as we visit different parts of this important former railyard, and discover how the railroad helped shape the history of the Monadnock Region.
Lost and Found: Looking for Native American History in Peterborough
Explore Native American history with archaeologist Dr. Robert Goodby in Peterborough’s Depot Square. Learn how to dig a test pit, then visit the Monadnock Center to view local archaeological finds and discover what they reveal about Native American life in the area.
Film Showing: Good-Bye To A House
Good-Bye To a House, a 22-minute documentary about Seaver Farm in Harrisville, is a lyrical account of an ordinary farm caught in the current of history. The film is a personal inquiry into local history, the caretakers of special places, and the importance of remembering. A Q&A with the filmmaker Chris Hardee, Phil Brown of the Harris Center, and Jenna Carroll from the Historical Society of Cheshire County will follow the screening.
Jack’s Pond: A History Hike
Join Hancock writer Eric Aldrich and Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire Director JerriAnne Boggis for a 2.5-mile roundtrip hike to Jack’s Pond, where we'll learn about Jack — a once-enslaved African who gained his freedom — the families he was connected with, and how Black history, so long in the shadows, is now coming to light.
Mount Monadnock Hike
Join former Monadnock State Park Manager Ben Haubrich, Trish Harper, and Susie Spikol for a challenging, 5-mile roundtrip hike up Mount Monadnock that will be both scenic and historic as Ben share's his favorite memories of working at this iconic mountain.
Monadnock Region Natural History Conference
Join us for the third Monadnock Region Natural History Conference, a full day of learning for backyard naturalists, landowners, scientists, students, educators, and anyone who cares about nature in our neck of the woods!
Easygoing Hike on the Cheshire Rail Trail
Join historian Alan Rumrill and ecologist Brett Amy Thelen for a 2.6-mile walk along the Cheshire Rail Trail, where we'll search for signs of the former Cheshire Railroad, learn how the railroad shaped Keene’s history, and enjoy the subtle beauty of stick season.
Stories in Stone: A Winter History Hike at Mason Quarry
Join Miki Clements and Robert Larochelle for a moderate 3-mile hike through the historic Mason Quarry, with stops at a railroad workers’ memorial, old foundations, and the storied Wolf Rock.
Paddling Through Time: The Long History of Canoes in New England
Join archaeologist Dr. Robert Goodby to explore what newly carbon-dated dugout canoes reveal about the vital role canoe travel played in connecting Native American communities across New England.
Raphael Pumpelly as Indiana Jones: Geology, Monadnock, and the Hidden History Beneath Our Feet
Join writer and filmmaker Matthew Myer Boulton for an overview of Raphael Pumpelly's illustrious, sometimes swashbuckling career, including world travels, geological and archaeological adventures, conservationist passions, and controversial opinions.
Book Launch: MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary by Phil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno
Celebrate the launch of MicroExploring the SuperSanctuary with Phil Brown and Ignacio Oreamuno, and discover how a simple shift in perspective can help you find adventure, awe, and connection in the wild places close to home.
