Keene, New Hampshire Attractions and Things To Do

Colony Mill Marketplace Granite Gorge Monadnock State Park Cathedral of the Pines Keene State College

There is no shortage of entertaining things to do in and around Keene, New Hampshire that will appeal to both adults and kids. Enjoy such fun attractions as Colony Mill Marketplace, Monadnock State Park and Pickity Place. Get the inside scoop on both indoor and outdoor activities in our eclectic neighborhood from the list below.

Colony Mill Marketplace. Spectacular shops, restaurants and entertainment options are waiting for you at Colony Mill Marketplace in Keene, New Hampshire. Each week, Colony Mill-a 150-year-old mill that’s been restored-presents special events and unique activities. For more information, visit www.colonymill.com

Colonial Theatre. Located in the heart of historic downtown Keene, the Colonial Theatre has been a vibrant entertainment venue since 1924. Enjoy everything from top Broadway shows to concerts to first-run films. For more information, visit www.thecolonial.org  [Top]

Granite Gorge. Downhill skiing, cross country skiing, tubing and snowboarding-you’ll find it all at Granite George. Located at Pinnacle Mountain, Granite Gorge is protected from the wind and has an incredible ability to hold snow. For more information, visit www.granitegorge.com

Horatio Colony Museum. Horatio Colony was a descendant of an historic Keene family. His old-style New England home is now a museum and nature preserve. Discover original family furnishings and one-of-a-kind collections. For more information, visit www.horatiocolonymuseum.org  [Top]

Monadnock State Park. Open all year long, Monadnock State Park covers 5,000 acres and features 40 miles of picturesque hiking trails, a visitor center and a campground with bathrooms and shower facilities. The main attraction in Monadnock State Park is Mount Monadnock, a National Historic Landmark. After Mount Fuji in Japan, Mount Monadnock is considered to be the world’s second most frequently climbed mountain. For more information, visit www.new-hampshire.net/park.htm

Pickity Place. Located in Mason, New Hampshire, the charming cottage known as Pickity Place has been in existence for more than two centuries. Experience gorgeous gardens, healthy herbal lunches and the greenhouse shop where unusual varieties of herbs and perennials bloom. For more information, visit www.pickityplace.com  [Top]

Cathedral of the Pines. Cathedral of the Pines is the only memorial in America dedicated to honoring all men and women-both military and civilian-who have sacrificed their lives in the name of freedom. Covering more than 200 acres, this natural sanctuary features a stunning array of stone shrines, altars and gardens. For more information, visit www.cathedralofthepines.org

Mariposa Museum. This veritable world cultural center features an incredible collection of folk art, costumes, toys, puppets, and instruments from six continents. Permanent displays mesh with exhibits by visiting artists, photographers as well as other galleries. For more information, visit www.mariposamuseum.org  [Top]

Keene State College. Situated in Keene, New Hampshire, Keene State College is part of the University System of New Hampshire. Athletics are a big part of this liberal arts college. During the 2006-2007 season, the school was represented in 11 NCAA tournaments, including eight team sports-men’s soccer, basketball, baseball, and lacrosse plus women’s basketball, field hockey, softball, and cross country-and three individual sports-men’s and women’s indoor track along with women’s outdoor track. For more information, visit www.keene.edu

Cheshire Fair. The Cheshire Fair in Swanzey, New Hampshire takes place during five days in the summer. In mid-October, the Cheshire Fair ice season gets underway and is home to figure skating and hockey programs until late March. North Ends Merchants, a small group of specialty shops, sells their wares-everything from furniture to antiques-throughout the rest of the year. For more information, visit www.cheshirefair.com  [Top]