Members of the 1st and 2nd New Hampshire Regiments will be encamped at the Wentworth House and will demonstrate artillery and infantry drills by soldiers of the American Revolution. Activities will include demonstrations of equipment and camp life, musket firings, … Read More
Among the headstones in Rollinsford’s New Town Cemetery is an unusual grave marker. Featuring a photo of a rather serious-looking young World War I soldier, the flat square stone lists the battles in which he played a part. A handful … Read More
November 21, 2020 Rollinsford resident Dennis Drake has been chosen by the Association of Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) as the recipient of the 2020 ARCH Heritage Award. The prestigious Heritage Award is presented annually to a person who has … Read More
A walk through Rollinsford’s historic Old Town Cemetery reveals much about the town in the 18th and 19th centuries: its ethnic makeup, values, and beliefs; the impact of infant mortality in an era before modern medicine; the close bonds of … Read More
Experience colonial life at the Wentworth House! Travel back in time to the American Revolution at the historic Colonel Paul Wentworth House in Rollinsford, NH. Experience the sights and sounds of the Revolutionary era will come to life at a … Read More
A perfect autumn outing… Colonial settlers, Civil War soldiers, civic leaders, and just ordinary folks. Explore Rollinsford’s historic Old Town cemetery with us, hear the stories of some of the people resting in there, and also learn about the symbolism … Read More
Not only one of Rollinsford’s most beautiful locations, one of its most historic! Scenic Sligo is also one of Rollinsford’s most historic areas. Take a walking tour of Sligo from Brandmore Farm to Pinch Hill Road and learn about the Sligo Garrison, … Read More
Canoe or kayak with us on the beautiful Salmon Falls River! Take a unique guided tour of the Salmon Falls River with the Association for Rollinsford Culture and History! Participants will learn about the historic points of interest and conservation … Read More
Historical re-enactors portraying 17th and 18th century colonial militia members will be encamped at the Colonel Paul Wentworth House. Four separate camp sites will present four different militia groups dating from the earliest years of English settlement through the American … Read More
While our annual meeting is usually a great celebration, this year’s meeting is going to be a little different! The Board of Directors of the Association for Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) cordially invites all members to our Annual Meeting … Read More