Absolutely fantastic museum, I wish I could have brought my grandpa with me, he would have loved…read morethis (he served on a mine planter in the Atlantic in WWII). I went on Memorial Day, and was surprised it wasn't busier. You can ride in a tank! And I'm sad I missed that for sure. I ran in an hour before they closed, or I'd have spent more time inside. Very moving exhibits throughout, it makes you think.

Absolutely stunning and incredible museum. This is an impeccable piece of our history through…read moretanks, planes and gear from almost every major war. Where else can you find ACTUAL tanks used during the Vietnam, Korean, WW2 war eras? Very impressed by the volunteers talking to us about all the planes. Perfect for every history buff! Perfect for families, kids and anyone interested in history! Love this museum! 10/10!

Before our visit to the science center I wondered if it would be a good fit for the ages of 6-12,…read morebut it was. in fact, this is a place for anyone over the age of one. Everyone learned a great deal and had a fun time. We loved that it was self guided. The staff is great. The gift shop has a wide variety of affordable items. I wish it had not been raining because we could have spent the entire day at the state park. There is also a great playground.

Odiorne Point State Park is a public recreation area that opened in Rye, New Hampshire in July…read more1972. It is administered by the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation. The park is located along the Atlantic seacoast in Rye, not far from Portsmouth. The area is the site of the Pannaway Plantation: the first European settlement in New Hampshire. Settled in 1622, the plantation was completely abandoned by the 1630s when the settlers moved to nearby Strawberry Banke. The land was settled in the mid-1660s by the Odiorne Family, whom the park is now named after. From 1942 to 1947, the park was the home of Fort Dearborn. The ruins of the deactivated World War II-era fort can still be seen today. Today the park is home to hiking trails, bike paths, a playground, picnic areas, pavilions, and a Seacoast Science Center which opened in 1992. My family and I visited Odiorne Point State Park this summer while we were heading to Maine for a summer getaway. We had some time to kill before we could check in to our AirBnb, so we decided to stop at the park. We had fun exploring the grounds and my two sons especially enjoyed playing on the nautical-themed playground. The highlight of the park is the Seacoast Science Center. There are all sorts of exhibits devoted to the conservation of marine and coastal environments. My two sons loved learning about whales, local shellfish populations, the local fishing industry, the fight against ocean pollution, and underwater exploration. There was even a cool gift shop where we picked up a few things. Whether you live in the area or you're just passing through like us, Odiorne Point State Park is a fun place for the whole family!

This museum is small, but the vehicles in the collection are rare and interesting. The building is…read morealso very well lit, so you can see and appreciate the details. The signs were very informative, and a museum employee shared additional tidbits while also giving us space to enjoy the collection on our own. I know a ton about the history of Porsches, but I actually learned something new from the signage on the 1955 Porsche 356, namely, that the car was marketed as the "Continental," because the importer believed that Americans felt more strongly about cars with names than numbers. Now I understand why the 356 A models were called the "Speedster." Museums are for education! My only suggestion for improvement is to have at least one sign explaining how co-founder Miles Prentice came to love collecting and restoring cars. To people who live in the community and know the background, it might seem like bragging, but to those of us from faraway places, it's education. We visited on a Monday in April, and I appreciated that the museum is open every day of the week, including the "off season."

My husband and I have been wanting to check this place out for a while now. I went online and saw…read morethey had a VIP tour for $35/person. Since we haven't had a "date day" for awhile, I scheduled the VIP tour for the both of us for the next day. We arrived and the guy couldn't find our reservation at first. It was handwritten on a piece of paper. Paid for the tour, had to wait about 10-15 minutes because there was only the one guy and there was an older man chatting him up. We finally got started and I do have to say the cars are gorgeous. We are huge car fans, so this was fun. But the guy skipped the ones he didn't seem to like. That's okay - we did go back and look at them. But that was it. I still don't understand what the VIP part was - if it was just having a tour guide, i would have paid the $12/person fee instead and done the tour myself. We were kind of expecting to see some cars no one else gets to see or something else for that much more money. Oh well, live and learn. It's worth the $12/person, but do NOT pay for the VIP tour. It's a waste of money. The cars are definitely worth it!

Pros: The Museums of Old York was the place I least wanted to visit, but ended up being one of my…read moremost enjoyable. Walking into history with informative displays. Expect to spend at least half a day exploring the different sites and attending tours. Cons: N/A

The Woodman Museum was a very pleasant surprise. It contains a wide variety of exhibits and…read moreitems/specimens. People working there are pleasant and helpful. Parking is on street we grabbed a spot on Summer St next to the museum). There are three buildings total to walk through. There are stairs involved once you are in the museum. Plan to spend a couple of hours there. It's a hidden gem in Dover, NH.

The last time I went to the Woodman Museum, I was in utero. But I found out today that they have a…read moreteacher discount, so I should have gone again much sooner! There were several highlights but I'll just share a few. First was the room dedicated to our nation's 250th anniversary. This historical tribute renewed my respect in the values upon which the United States was founded. Thomas Jefferson writes about King George: "He has endeavoured to prevent the population of these States: for that purpose obstructing the Laws for Naturalization of Foreigners: refusing to pass others to encourage their migrations hither..." Jefferson reminded me that like the Woodman Museum, the country was built on a foundation of open arms. I have to mention the bronze statues of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles mounted on granite in a special exhibit dedicated to these lovable heroes. It was an impressive and whimsical display. If there is a movement to make a grand-scale version in a public park in town, sign me up to campaign for that! This would be so cool with a splash pad in the center of it for kiddos. Finally, I have to say how impressed I was with the staff who were friendly, helpful, and incredibly well-versed in the history of the grounds. They answered all my questions with ease in a welcoming Dover style. It was totally gnarly, dude.

The Witch Dungeon Museum is a really unique and cool spot to stop in Salem. They tell you the story…read moreof the town, how it all started, and how people were accused and sentenced to death during the witch trials. You learn about the court process too, which really brings the history to life. Down in the basement, they show you the dungeon cells, so you can see exactly how the accused were incarcerated. It's eerie and fascinating at the same time. On top of that, the building itself has so much history, said to be over 300 years old, which makes the whole experience feel even more authentic. If you're visiting Salem, I'd definitely recommend adding it to your list

Really cool stop with the combined three attraction ticket! The outside is beautiful with a spooky…read moreinterior. You are celebrated warmly and the live action of the trial is so well done. The dungeon is cold and dark makes you feel like you are really there. Gift shop is amazing and affordable.

During our visit in early May there were few people here making for a quiet visit. There are…read moreseveral picnic tables and a few benches scattered around the property with beautiful views of the water. This fort was active through many wars and then decommissioned while building a protective wall around the property. Huge slabs of quarried stone, partually carved blocks and lots of stone 'chips' are scattered about. There are a few information signs detailing the history of Fort McClary and some buildings have signs that state the building purpose. Foundations of some buildings is all that remains. They have a few cannons on display. Check out their website for information on events and when the fort is manned. There is a seperate picnic grove up the road about 50 yards across the street. A dirt parking lot holds around a dozen vehicles or so and there is an 'RV turn around' area, but no parking for RV's or busses here. One outhouse is located past the end of the parking lot. There is a wooded trail at the back corner.

A nice outing. The structures are still in good shape, lots of history here…read more Especially loved the map that shows where things are in front of you. Views of Constitution Light (NH) and Whaleback Light, which is actually just a short 10 minute drive away and we went to visit that after! Sign said they officially open Memorial day but the picnic area across the street was open.

I had a delightful visit at the Maritime museum this past weekend. I was in Newburyport because I…read moream a big fan of the novelist John P. Marquand. (He came from Newburyport, and some of his books involve towns largely based on Newburyport.) I visited the museum mainly because it has a room of Marquand artifacts. However, the museum is not mainly about John Marquand (who you should read by the way!). It's about the maritime history of Newburyport. I had the real treat of having Susan, a volunteer docent, give me a personal guided tour. She made the artifacts come to life by explaining their historical context in relation to one another and made learning about Newburyport's maritime history--something in which I was not initially all that interested--fun. I felt very spoiled and grateful to have her all to myself. Other than the Marquand exhibit, my favorite part of the museum was the beautiful models of boats, which are works of art in their own right. I care about the the design of museums, and the maritime museum is very thoughtfully arranged. In contrast to a number of local historical museums I have visited, each exhibit room adheres to its subject, the artifacts are spaced out so as to let you know where to rest your eyes, and there are thoughtful captions in sufficiently large print.

For $7 a person, this is definitely worth the price! It won't blow you away, but there is some…read morereally neat stuff and history in here. They also host local events as well which is neat. All in all, worth a stop in an you could spend an hour or so learning about the town of Newburyport and it's history.

St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery is such a blessing from God and a blessing to our family! A…read morefriend recommended this place and finally I had a chance to visit. A few times now! Beautiful grounds to take a beautiful walk along the coast. Along your walk there are several beautiful prayer stations to stop and reflect. You can even do some off trail type hiking through the forest. Jim in the gift shop is so kind. Such a blessing to be friends with a fellow Catholic. You will be greeted with a big smile and a warm heart! Lots of amazing blessings in the shop to look through. Mass in the chapel was awesome. Lots of cool, tribal, looking art of Mary and Joseph. I really loved this! Lots of places to pray and meditate in the chapel area. Don't forget to ask for a blessing from one of the Franciscans! Thank you St. Anthony's Franciscan Monastery for all you do. Thank you for your service to your community and most importantly to God We appreciate your example!

Beautiful and peaceful place to take a stroll. Lovely little paths and religious vignettes all…read morearound. We visited the week after the Kennebunkport Prelude and there was a beautiful nativity scene set up. Gift shop was very nice too.