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Rochester NH History Podcast: Rochester’s E.H. Corson and the First Bicycle Ride Down Mt. Washington

In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, learn about the first person to ride a bicycle down Mount Washington—E. H. Corson of Rochester. In 1883, Corson fearlessly navigated the mountain’s 7.5-mile-long carriage road, a narrow, winding path just 16 feet wide, featuring 99...

Rochester Historical Society to Host Free Presentation on NH’s Covered Bridges on 4/10

The Rochester Historical Society will host a presentation on New Hampshire’s covered bridges on April 10 at 6:00 PM. The event will feature guest speaker Kim Varney Chandler, author of Covered Bridges of New Hampshire (2022). New Hampshire was once home to more than 300...

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Public Library showcases art made by students from Rochester Elementary Schools

The Children’s Room, at the Rochester Public Library, is once again collaborating with Rochester...

Franklin Gallery to showcase works by Beth Wittenberg

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will...

RMFA presents “Native Intelligence” by Debra Claffey

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Native Intelligence”, an exhibition...

RMFA presents “Postcards from Somewhere” by Forrest Elliott

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Postcards from Somewhere”, an...

Opera House boasts upcoming tribute shows, adds more Recycled Percussion shows

The Rochester Opera House is pleased to announce a series of upcoming shows, including...

Rochester History podcast reminisces about businesses that are no longer with us

Check out the latest episode of the Rochester NH History podcast. This month's video...

Franklin Gallery to feature works by John Girouard

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will...

RMFA announces winners of Atari High Score contest

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) is pleased to announce the winners of...

Rochester NH History: The Bandstand at the Rochester Common

Earlier this week, the Rochester NH History podcast released a video highlighting one of...

Rochester Opera House presents Disaster! The Musical

The Rochester Opera House is set to present DISASTER! The Musical from January 6...

RMFA to host ‘Centipede’ high score contest on 1/14

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts, in collaboration Jetpack Comics, is pleased to announce...

Recycled Percussion returns to Rochester Opera House on 2/25

The Rochester Opera House recently announced the return of Recycled Percussion for two shows...

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LISTEN: SHARE Fund Introduces New Executive Director

In this episode, Matt welcomes SHARE Fund chairman Jerry Rainville, who introduces LeeAnn Bruneau...

Rochester Public Library offering Drop-In Tech Help on Moday Afternoons

Need assistance with Libby, Hoopla, or other library resources? Want basic guidance on using...

Chamber of Commerce Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Church of God, Welcomes New Pastor

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome the Church of God...

Floral Design on a Budget: Learn to Transform Grocery Store Bouquets on 4/21

The Rochester Public Library will host a hands-on workshop that teaches participants how to...