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Rochester NH History Podcast: John Wilkes Booth’s connection to Rochester, New Hampshire

In 1865, John Wilkes Booth etched his name into infamy by assassinating President Abraham Lincoln. But few know that this defining moment in American history has a surprising connection to Rochester, New Hampshire. This episode of the Rochester History Podcast explores the unexpected link...

Rochester Historical Society and Museum: A Spinning Tale That Will Amaze You

The Rochester Historical Society (RHS) and Museum, located at 58 Hanson Street, invites you to explore Rochester’s rich history.  RHS is open every Thursday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Visit www.rochesternh.gov/history to learn more. A Message from RHS: A SPINNING TALE THAT WILL AMAZE YOU In our country's...

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RMFA to exhibit original works by Somersworth Mayor Matt Gerding

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce "Weekend Wanderings: Explorations Not...

The Franklin Gallery to showcase works by North Country artist Sarah Eastman

The Franklin Gallery, located at 33 North Main Street in Rochester, will host an...

Rochester Students Take Top Honors in Statewide Art Competition, Transforming Design into Mural

The Rochester School District is thrilled to announce that four talented students have won...

Historic District Commission Offers Guided Van Tour of Downtown Rochester on 11/23

The Historic District Commission for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce a...

Sole City Dance to present ‘The Nutcracker’ at the Rochester Opera House

Sole City Dance will perform the classic holiday ballet The Nutcracker at the Rochester...

Rochester Opera House presents stage adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, starting 10/11

The Rochester Opera House presents The Wizard of Oz, a delightful stage adaptation of...

Franklin Gallery exhibits collection of local artists for the month of October

Peter Abate, art coordinator for the Gafney Library in Sanbornville, presents a group show...

Granite State Choral Society Hosts Biannual Craft Fair on 11/2

The Granite State Choral Society (GSCS) is excited to announce its biannual Craft Fair,...

Library presents art by Cori Caputo for the month of October

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce an art exhibit featuring a series...

Multi-GRAMMY Nominee Shemekia Copeland to Perform at Rochester Opera House

The Rochester Opera House is thrilled to announce a special performance by multi-GRAMMY nominee...

RMFA presents “Halcyon Angel, Crowned in Azure” an exhibition featuring works by Daniel Jones

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Halcyon Angel, Crowned in...

RMFA presents “Dreamscapes” featuring works by Hannah Cole Dahar

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

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