NH Business Operation Updates
July 2020 – updates
VISITNH.GOV – What to Know Before you Go / What’s Open in NH
NHEconomy.com – Business Reopening Answers
Want your information listed below and in our weekly Granite State Ambassador newsletter? Click here.
The Lake Inn at Sunapee – Newbury (posted 8/2/20)
http://www.lakeinnsunapee.com
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
We are open. Usually 8 am to 9 pm but we live here so we are always available.
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online?
Yes
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
We do not clean rooms during a guests stay, but we clean and sanitize everything when guests leave.
Are guests required to wear PPE?
Only when entering the lobby/office.
Are you selling or having a gift certificate / sales promotion?
No
Are you planning any special events or programs when for the summer / fall?
No
Do you have anything new to share?
In all rooms, the bathtubs have been refinished. In 8 rooms the bathrooms are complete with new tile floors and new tub surrounds.
Do you have any new virtual tours or educational materials we can use to learn more about you?
none other than our website.
Are there any other ways we can help to promote you during this time or is there anything else you would like to share?
We are the only nightly lodging establishment with a view of Lake Sunapee! Our tagline is “The Hospitality of an Inn, Hidden in a Motel” and our goal is for every guest to have a clean and comfortable room leading to a good night’s sleep.
Ski Fanatics – Campton (posted 8/2/20)
http://www.skifanatics.net
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
Yes. We are open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 9am-6pm
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online?
You do not HAVE to make reservations but your chances of getting the shuttle time/date that you want is much better if you book ahead.
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
We are leaving empty seats in our shuttles between groups and sanitizing all life jackets and paddles after each use.
Are guests required to wear PPE?
It is preferred that guests wear face masks but not required.
Gondwana & Divine Clothing Co – Concord (posted 7/6)
GondwanaClothing.com
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
Mon-Sat 10:30-5:30
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online? No
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
Customers and staff must wear masks, we are following all safety guidelines. We also offer curbside pick up.
Are guests required to wear PPE?
Must wear masks.
Are you selling or having a gift certificate / sales promotion?
For every $100 gift card purchased you receive an extra $10.
Are you planning any special events or programs when for the summer / fall?
We will be having a summer sale that starts July 15th.
Do you have anything new to share?
We offer private shopping appointments and parties as well as virtual shopping appointments. Call 603-228-1101 to schedule.
Do you have any new virtual tours or educational materials we can use to learn more about you?
@divineclothingco
Our Facebook page will show our virtual appointments and our fun Shop Happy Thursday LIVE videos. You don’t want to miss!
Are there any other ways we can help to promote you during this time or is there anything else you would like to share?
We have won NH’s Best Women’s Clothing boutique 8 years running.Voted NH magazines best women’s clothing store. 2018. 2019, 2020. We are family owned and operated for 25 years!
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center – Concord (posted 7/7)
www.starhop.com
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
Our summer (July 1 – August 30) hours are 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Wednesday through Sunday. Any updates to these hours can be found on our website.
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online? Purchasing tickets online is encouraged, but not required. For purchases made at the Discovery Center, we are accepting card and check, and ask that you don’t pay with cash at this time.
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
We have set occupancy limits and one-way directions in a number of areas in the museum, including exhibits and our planetarium. This is indicated with signage throughout the Discovery Center. We’ve also modified the number of planetarium shows we offer each day, so that we can properly sanitize seats between shows, and a list of these and their descriptions can be found on our website (www.starhop.com/current-and-upcoming-shows).
Are guests required to wear PPE?
We ask that all visitors wear a mask, maintain social distancing, and check in with our wellness desk before entering the museum. Exceptions: ages 0-2 or with a medical condition/disability that prohibits mask wearing
Are you selling or having a gift certificate / sales promotion?
Gift certificates and memberships can be purchased on our website, over the phone, or at the Discovery Center front desk.
Are you planning any special events or programs when for the summer / fall?
We have weekly virtual summer camps, running through August 7, and our annual AerospaceFest is scheduled for September 12.
Do you have anything new to share?
Ice Storms, Virtual Fish Tank exhibits
Do you have any new virtual tours or educational materials we can use to learn more about you?
In addition to our virtual materials we added during our closure, we will continue to post At-Home STEM activities and online learning module on our blog throughout the summer (www.starhop.com/blog).
Science at Home: http://www.starhop.com/blog
virtual exhibits: http://www.starhop.com/current-and-upcoming-exhibitions
virtual programs: http://www.starhop.com/current-and-upcoming-programs
Are there any other ways we can help to promote you during this time or is there anything else you would like to share?
Just let people know that we are open, and that we are cleaning up a storm to keep everyone healthy and safe!
The Children’s Museum of NH – Dover (posted 7/7/20)
www.childrens-museum.org
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
Not yet. Deciding mid-July
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online? Yes you will have to register online before visiting when we do decide to reopen.
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
Limited capacity, registered visits, other restrictions
Are guests required to wear PPE?
That will be announced when we announce our reopening
Are you selling or having a gift certificate / sales promotion?
Yes, we are selling Summer Camper Kits now online that can be picked up in-person in Dover at the Museum. Two age level kits “Discovery Camper Kits for ages 6-10” and “Wee Camper Kits for ages 3.5-5”. Kits are $100 or $85 for CMNH members. Kits include wide variety of screen-free STEAM related activities that will last most of the summer. Purchase/learn more here: https://www.childrens-museum.org/things-to-do/camps-classes
Are you planning any special events or programs when for the summer / fall?
Yes we are working on a Virtual NH Maker & Food Fest since we can’t have it in person this year. Anyone who is a Maker or creator of any kind can still sign up to share their skills with our audience: https://www.childrens-museum.org/things-to-do/events/nh-maker-food-fest The Fest will take place August 29th and be up for the week following. Videos, blogs and more will be shared via the museum’s website and YouTube channel. Free for all involved.
Do you have anything new to share?
Our Car or Cash Raffle Fundraiser has been extended and will end on Saturday, August 29th. One winner will get to choose between a 2020 370Z Nissan Coupe, or a 2020 Nissan Leaf 100% electric car, or $20,000 cash. Tickets are $100, and only 725 will be sold. It’s one of the largest fundraisers of the year for CMNH and an awesome way to support our mission: https://www.childrens-museum.org/things-to-do/events/car-raffle
Do you have any new virtual tours or educational materials we can use to learn more about you.
Yes, since we closed the museum on March 16th we have uploaded over 60 videos with lots of great activities and programs for a wide age range of kids. All of those videos can be accessed on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ChildrensMuseumNH or on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ChildrensMuseumNH/
Are there any other ways we can help to promote you during this time or is there anything else you would like to share?
We are currently sharing “Summer Days of Play” tips on our facebook page, one per day, and would love your help in spreading those around. Thank you for all you do!
Mount Washington Cog Railway – Mt Washington (posted 7/8/20)
thecog.com
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
7 days a week Trains hourly from 9am-3pm daily and extra hours on Saturdays
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online? Recommend to make reservations in advance, but we often have a few extras for last minute guests.
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
running at 50% capaciity.
Are guests required to wear PPE?
Yes 100%. Masks are required.
Do you have any new virtual tours or educational materials we can use to learn more about you.
https://www.thecog.com/ unforgettable this is a gives you a run down on what to experct.
Are there any other ways we can help to promote you during this time or is there anything else you would like to share?
With most attractions sold out in advance we have reserved a few seats on most trains for last minute walk-ups.
Aldworth Manor – Harrisville (posted 7/8/20)
aldworthmanor.com
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
We are open for private and public events, along with public dinner and bar nights on Mondays and Thursdays with reservations from 5-8pm.
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online? Yes, reservations can be made through phone, email or website inquiry submission.
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
We are following regulations with increased spacing for both indoor and outdoor options.
Are guests required to wear PPE?
Based on current regulations, all that are not seated at tables inside must be masked.
Are you selling or having a gift certificate / sales promotion?
Normal GC options
Are you planning any special events or programs when for the summer / fall?
We keep our website and facebook events pages updated with schedule.
Are there any other ways we can help to promote you during this time or is there anything else you would like to share?
We offer event venue rentals, on-site lodging and food/bar services year-round.
Jack Daniels Motor Inn – Peterborough (posted 7/12/20)
www.jackdanielsinn.com
Are you open or do you have an opening date? What are your hours?
We are open. Front Desk and Lobby hours are 7am – 2pm every day. The Reservations Desk is available 6am – 10pm daily
Do you have to make reservations or purchase tickets online? Advance reservations encouraged, but we accept same day reservations
Is your business operating differently than it usual would?
We have reduced our Front Desk and Lobby hours to encourage social distancing. We are scheduling check ins by appointment or via self check-in.
Are guests required to wear PPE?
We recommend face masks but do not require guests to wear PPE
Are you selling or having a gift certificate / sales promotion?
We have gift certificates in any $50 increment available by phone or online. We also have a special 20% off $100 gift voucher only available online
Do you have any new virtual tours or educational materials we can use to learn more about you.
Updates at https://www.jackdanielsinn.com/blog.htm
Are there any other ways we can help to promote you during this time or is there anything else you would like to share?
Please share that several great restaurants in Peterborough are offering indoor and outdoor dining. Outdoor music in Depot Square and lots of walks and hikes for getting out, even just for a quick day trip!
Hobo Railroad – Lincoln (posted 6/13/20)
Winnipesaukee Scenic RR – Meredith
www.hoborr.com
Following a delayed opening due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, New Hampshire businesses and attractions state-wide have been authorized to open for the season with restrictions recommended by State and Federal authorities. Among the attractions now open is the popular Hobo & Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad which is excited to welcome their guests back and to celebrate their 33rd consecutive season of operation.
“We were extremely pleased when Governor Sununu announced we would be able to open for the season”, stated Benjamin Clark, Vice President of the Hobo & Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad. “Everyone on our Team spent weeks preparing to welcome our guests back. We’ve carefully followed the COVID-19 Reopening Guidelines provided by the State of NH to make sure our guests are not only comfortable when they arrive, but confident knowing that we’ve taken the steps necessary to ensure a fun, safe and healthy experience while they’re here.”
The Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, NH offers 80-minute old-fashioned train rides along the winding Pemigewasset River from Lincoln to Woodstock crossing the river numerous times in each direction. Throughout the summer, restored vintage coaches depart Hobo Junction Station each day at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. The Hobo Junction Gift Shop opens daily at 10am and stocks an assortment of train-related gifts and toys as well as post cards, collectibles and Hobo Railroad T-shirts and sweatshirts for all ages. Snacks, ice cream treats, soft drinks and bottled water are also available for guests to enjoy aboard the train.
The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad offers train rides along the western shore of New Hampshire’s largest lake. Departing daily throughout the summer from Meredith and Weirs Beach to Lakeport and back, guests relax aboard restored vintage coaches while riding on rail from the late 1800’s when the Boston, Concord and Montreal Railroad was active. Meredith Station, where the trains originate, offers 2-hour train rides with departures each day at 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm. As an option, guests in the Weirs Beach area can enjoy 1- or 2-hour train rides from the Railroad’s Ticket Booth located on the Boardwalk with trains departing at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm each day.
Those planning to enjoy a train ride are asked to purchase tickets in advance through the Railroad’s web site at www.HoboRR.com. After purchasing tickets online, guests will receive a confirmation E-mail which provides them with details they will need to become familiar with prior to arrival. All guests should plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to their departure time.
In accordance with New Hampshire’s COVID-19 Guidelines, guests can feel comfortable knowing that all coaches at the Hobo & Winnipesaukee Railroad are sanitized before and after each run, windows and doors are left open to maximize fresh air circulation and seating capacity has been limited to 50% in support of social distancing requirements. Masks are also asked to be worn unless consuming food or beverages while aboard the train.
The Hobo Railroad in Lincoln is just off Exit 32 on I-93, left on Route 112 and located directly across from McDonalds. The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad is located at 154 Main Street in Meredith with a satellite ticket booth located on the Boardwalk at 211 Lakeside Avenue in Weirs Beach. For information regarding advance tickets and departure times visit www.HoboRR.com or follow the Hobo & Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad on Facebook.
New Hampshire Telephone Museum
The New Hampshire Telephone Museum re-opened its doors on Wednesday, July 1st!
We will resume our typical summer hours, which are Tuesday through Saturday 10 am-4 pm.
We are closely monitoring the information coming from the CDC and we are making every effort to make the museum are safe, welcoming and enjoyable as we can!
Please note that we are requiring ALL guests to wear masks while at the museum. It is for the comfort of ALL guests AND for the protection of the artifacts. We are unable to use harsh cleaners on the artifacts. Your understanding is appreciated.
We are so looking forward to seeing you. You’ve been missed!
Our 2020 special exhibit on railroads will be available to check out and we’ve extended this exhibit into 2021.
Our website has more information and we keep the website updated – so please visit NHTelephoneMuseum.org.
Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth
Attractions are opening! Click here to see our list of open businesses.
Our culinary destination is one not to be missed. Enjoy outdoor, social distant seating at select restaurants throughout the Seacoast!
Harbor cruises are available at limited capacities – Check out our On The Water page. We recommend calling the specific business directly for additional information and protocols.
The popular water park, Water Country, welcomes guests starting July 15.
Consider completing the Historic New England’s Hidden History Scavenger Hunt at the Governor John Langdon Home
Most historic homes are closed until further notice – but feel free to stroll the landscapes and explore the gardens. Consider starting at the Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden, open for self guided tour starting July 9, and please feel free to make a donation!
Discover Portsmouth Center and the John Paul Jones Historic House Museum will begin a phased reopening on July 10. The schedule initially calls for the reduced hours of 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday through Monday. New season of walking tours also begins July 10!
The Music Hall is launching its inaugural “Live Under the Arch.” event, an outdoor concert series, out front on Chestnut Street. First up, Jonathan Blakeslee’s band Kioea on Saturday, July 11.
