The Millyard Museum

Manchester, NH

Museum
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Where are we going?

Address: 200 Bedford St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA How do we get there? Number: 603 622 7531
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About this activity

Housed in Mill No 3 in the historic Amoskeag Millyard, the Millyard Museum tells the story of Manchester's history, and those people who lived and worked there - and made it was it is today!

The permanent exhibit at the Millyard Museum is the "Woven in Time: 11,000 Years and Amoskeag Falls". Here you can learn all about the rich history of Manchester, starting with the native people who fished in the falls yep - 11,000 years ago! That's a lot of history!

You can go on to explore the displays on the area's early farmers and lumbermen, and of course the beginnings of industry in the area.

The exhibit goes on the tell the story of the development of the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company, which would go on to become one of the largest textile producing companies in the entire WORLD!

In fact, the vast brick millyard still dominates the skyline today!

You can also explore the story as it continues into the 20th century, and learn about the innovative businesses that flourished in the city as new groups of immigrants moved to Manchester to start new lives.

The Millyard Museum also features rotating exhibitions on a number of topics, so you can always go back and see something new!

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Directions

The Millyard Museum is located in Mill #3 in the historic Amoskeag Millyard. There are entrances on both Commercial Street and Bedford Street. Take I-93 to I-293. From 293 North, take Exit 5 (Granite Street and Downtown). Turn right on Granite Street to the 1st set of lights and take a left onto Commercial Street. Mill #3 is on the right hand side about a block down, just past the intersection with Pleasant Street. The Millyard Museum is on the first floor, south end of the building.

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How much does it cost?

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Adults

$8

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Children

$4 (Ages 12 to 18)

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Discount

$6 seniors & college students

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Free Under

12 years

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Last Updates

2022

The Millyard Museum FAQ’s

You can enhance your experience by using a new mobile tour app as you explore the museum!

The Museum Shop features a host of gifts and souvenirs that include books on local and regional topics, photographic and art prints, postcards, educational materials, unique brass ornaments and decorative gift items.

There are a number of educational tours that bring history to life for students! Programs are adaptable for grades K-12. The programs may be used to enliven studies of science, literature, social studies, mathematics, and art, and you can pick from gallery tours, walking tours and more!

Give them a call if you have any questions about the accessibility of the museum and exhibits

Free parking is available in the lots adjacent to the building in the front (200 Bedford Street) and rear (Commercial Street) sides of the building. On street metered parking is also available on the streets surrounding the building.

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