Thursday, October 25, 2018
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm.
Millyard Museum
Events
For advanced registration, please contact the Millyard Museum at (603) 622-7531, or by mail at 200 Bedford Street, Suite 103, Manchester, NH 03101. Or, drop by the reception desk at either the Millyard Museum or the Research Center during open hours. You may also register by e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please note that credit card payments cannot be accepted via e-mail, but may be made over the telephone at (603) 622-7531.
Now on Exhibit
Manchester and the Great War
In the Henry M. Fuller State Theatre Gallery in the Millyard Museum
Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. - Included with museum admission
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War I, the Manchester Historic Association presents the exhibit "Manchester and the Great War". This exhibit explores the impact of World War I on the city of Manchester and the many men from the community who took part in the conflict.
On Exhibit through December 31, 2018
Weston Observatory Foliage Viewing
One Weekend Only!
October 20 & 21, 2018
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
$7 per person or $20 per family
$5 per person for MHA members
Walking tours of the area conducted at 1:00 each day
Cost for walking tour is included with your admission to the tower. The cost for the walking tour only is $5 per person.
Parking will be available in front of the Weston Observatory off of Oak Hill Ave.
We are back this year with another opportunity to climb to the top of the Weston Observatory! Located behind Derryfield Park, Weston Observatory was built in 1896 in honor of James Adams Weston, a former Mayor of Manchester and Governor of New Hampshire. The tower stands 66 feet tall, giving an exquisite view of Manchester and the surrounding areas from its observation deck. Normally closed to the public, the Weston Observatory will be open for just one weekend in October during foliage season. Picnic tables will be available, so bring a lunch and come enjoy the beautiful fall foliage while experiencing one of Manchester's best kept secrets! Please note that the Observatory is not accessible for people in wheelchairs or who have walking disabilities.
Millyard Museum Open House and Beer & Wine Tasting
World War I Movie Series
Saturday, October 27, November 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2018
1:00 p.m.
Millyard Museum Discovery Gallery
Included with regular admission
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I and in conjunction with the Millyard Museum exhibit "Manchester and the Great War", the Manchester Historic Association will be showing a series of WWI films on Saturdays from October 27 to November 24. 
October 27: Sergeant York (1941)
November 3: War Horse (2011)
November 10: Paths of Glory (1957)
November 17: The Lost Battalion (2001)
November 24: All Quiet on the Western Front (1930)
"Barbed Wire" Silent Movie Screening with Jeff Rapsis
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm.
Millyard Museum
Join us for a very special screening of “Barbed Wire” (1927) with live accompaniment from Jeff Rapsis. 'Barbed Wire' is a Paramount drama starring Pola Negri and Clive Brook set in France as World War I breaks out. As hostilities deepen, the French government commandeers a family farm for use as a camp for German POWs, causing tension in the community. But things heat up when a local farm girl (Pola Negri) falls in love with an imprisoned German. Can their bond survive the War, and the intense hostility that surrounds them?
Directed by Rowland V. Lee, 'Barbed Wire' is an intense drama about forbidden love and the human condition. It's also one of the rare silent films with an extended sequence Christmas sequence, which in this case is celebrated in a prison camp.
Cost is $5 for MHA Members, $7 for general guests and includes refreshments.
Please call to reserve your spot (603) 622-7531 or click below to pay online.
Now Accepting Historic Preservation Award Nominations
The Historic Preservation Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Historic Preservation Awards.
The Historic Preservation Awards program recognizes and supports the efforts of individuals, businesses and organizations who have made significant contributions to the preservation of buildings, neighborhoods, traditions and other historic resources in the Queen City.
Over 26 years, more than 230 recipients have been recognized for a wide variety of preservation efforts in 40 different categories. The annual event has become the MHA’s single largest fundraiser to support its non-profit mission of collecting, preserving and sharing the history of Manchester.
If you are interested in nominating a person, organization or business for a Historic Preservation Award, please complete the HPA 2019 Nomination Form.
The 27th Annual Historic Preservation Awards will be held on May 21, 2019.
American Girl Doll Tea Party
Saturday, December 1, 2018
10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
$10 per person
Space is limited. Reserve your space by purchasing your tickets below or by calling 622-7531.
Note: Children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Bring your doll and join us for an American Girl Doll Tea Party! A tour of the Millyard Museum will be followed by refreshments and crafts.
