Preserving Our Past Enlightening Our Future
Discover the history of Hampstead, NH and the people who shaped it.
Preserving Our Past Enlightening Our Future
Discover the history of Hampstead, NH and the people who shaped it.
Visit the Hampstead Historical Society
We Need Your Help!
The Hampstead Public Library & Hampstead Historical Society are excited to be co-authoring an Images of America book from Arcadia Publishing about Hampstead. If you are not familiar with the Images of America series, click here for more details.
If you have pre-1965 historical images (photos, postcards, advertisements, etc.) relating to Hampstead, we'd love to hear from you and we need all images submitted no later than Saturday, November 4th. Click here for mode details.
Plan Your Visit
Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a fun day out, the Hampstead Historical Museum, located next to the Congregational Church, is open Saturdays from 1-4 P.M. and has something for everyone. Check out our location and hours at the bottom of this page to help you plan your visit.
Exhibits
Our exhibits cover a wide range of topics, from the founding of our community in 1749 to the modern day. With a wide range of displays, our exhibits are fun and engaging for visitors of all ages.
Join Us!
The Hampstead Historical Society meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at the Museum at 7 P.M. Come on by to find out more about us or to become a volunteer for the Museum. All are welcome!
275th Anniversary Celebration!
Hampstead's 275th anniversary of incorporation is January 19, 2024 and we will be celebrating all year long! We hope that you will join us for various events throughout the year to celebrate our history and community together!
Hampstead Historical Society Blog
Check out our blog that his great information about Hampstead history and recent events relating to the history of Hampstead and surrounding NH towns.
Hampstead Historical Society Store
Check out our online store where you can learn more about purchasing Hampstead Historical Society t-shirts and books relating to Hampstead history.