Blog: Exploring the Thrills of New England Motorized Racing at the New England Racing Museum

www.nemsmuseum.com On Wednesday, January 17th, a group of Granite State Ambassador welcome center volunteers toured the New England Racing Museum so they could better refer guests and as a new volunteer opportunity for them. You can view all of our photos HERE. If you’re a fan of motorized racing and

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MTA talks to GSAs about new routes

The Manchester Transit Authority took time to talk with our Granite State Ambassador volunteers about their new routes connecting Manchester-Boston Regional Airport to the Boston Express Terminal and other locations. To watch it directly: https://www.screencast.com/t/84KS52I7TVS MTA operates all transit buses in and around Manchester. We offer intercity routes to Concord

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Blog: Journey through Cultural Enrichment: Exploring Dover’s Woodman and Children’s Museums

On the 15th of November, a delegation comprising enthusiastic Granite State Ambassador volunteers embarked on an enlightening journey to Dover, New Hampshire. Our purpose was to explore two distinguished institutions that adorn the cultural and educational landscape of the region: the Woodman Museum and the Children’s Museum of NH. Both are members of the NH Heritage Museum Trail. 

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Tour: Discovering the Wonders of the UNH Astronomical Observatory

On September 7, a group of 28 Granite State Ambassadors (GSAs) visited the University of New Hampshire (UNH) campus in Durham to explore and learn about the UNH Astronomical Observatory.

This place is truly a gem, offering regular monthly viewing sessions, special programs, family-friendly events, and gatherings for the public to enjoy. With its impressive collection of astronomy equipment, including two domes with high light-gathering telescopes, a new digital telescope, and various portable telescopes, the observatory is a haven for astronomy enthusiasts.

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An Historic Day in Portsmouth at the Historical Society, John Paul Jones House and Strawbery Banke

By GSA Barbara Bailey with input from GSA Joan Gonser

On Wednesday, July 12th a group of about 18 GSA’s gathered in Portsmouth for an opportunity to learn about the city’s history.  Our first stop was the Portsmouth Historical Society on Middle Street.  We were greeted with coffee and pastries and enjoyed some social time before beginning our tour led by Program and Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Robbitts-Terry.

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Blog: Lebanon is NH’s Community Arts Meca

A group of GSA welcome center volunteers participated in an informative and interesting tour of Lebanon NH’s arts scene hosted by the Upper Valley Business Alliance (https://www.uppervalleybusinessalliance.com/). Stops included the new welcome center in Colburn Park, the Lebanon Opera House, Upper Valley Music Center, and the AVA Gallery along with a poke through the Farmer’s Market. Colburn Park is a public gathering & entertainment venue at the heart of Lebanon’s historic district and is close to restaurants, shops, historic buildings and even the Northern Rail Trail.

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GSAs Experience the NH Boat Museum’s Newest 28-foot, Wooden Hacker-Craft, the Miss Lauren

The Miss Lauren is one of the New Hampshire Boat Museum’s two 28-foot mahogany, triple cockpit “woodies” and is a replica 1928 Hacker-Craft that is accurate down to the seat colors. Our Granite State Ambassador welcome center volunteers had the magical opportunity to experience the golden age of boating when wooden boats ruled the lakes.

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GSA Visit to Canterbury Shaker Village, a National Historic Landmark

Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/r2jwqFXvW1tXtG9a7 Written by GSA Roz Lowen, Waterville Valley Resort Class of 2017 On May 22, 2023, we were treated to a tour of the Canterbury Shaker Village. The Shakers originated in England in 1747 and migrated to NY. Canterbury Shaker Village in Canterbury, NH was established in 1792. No

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Lecture: New Hampshire Tourism Development from the Ground Up

Listen in to this presentation by Jada Lindblom, UNH Cooperative Extension.  Across New Hampshire, UNH Cooperative Extension works with communities and organizations to leverage their natural and cultural assets and create engaging and memorable experiences for visitors and locals, while also encouraging regional economic development. From mountain biking to historic

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Press Release: Granite State Ambassadors Announces 2023 GSA Certification Training

PRESS RELEASE January 5, 2023 For immediate release Contact:     Emily McMaster, Operations and Communications Director         NH Granite State Ambassadors        603-851-8624  / emily@nhgsa.com   Granite State Ambassadors Announces 2023 GSA Certification Training Statewide – New Hampshire Granite State Ambassadors (NHGSA) seeks enthusiastic people who enjoy sharing their passion for

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Lecture: Introduction to the City of Concord Trails

Program recorded May 2022 To earn hours for watching, please fill out this survey here. Beth Fenstermacher, Assistant City Planner for the City of Concord, presented on the Concord trail system.  Concord’s extensive off-road trail network covers over 85 miles, is one of the largest recreational assets in the City,

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