Leadership During a Turbulent Time in Our History Colonel John Wentworth was a highly respected leader in colonial New Hampshire even before the outbreak of the American Revolution. Although he and New Hampshire’s royal governor (also named John Wentworth) were … Read More

Dr. Alix Martin and the archeology students at UNH have written several articles talking about the Wentworth House dig (both this year and last) and their findings. You can view the Strawbery Banke Museum’s full archeology blog, Dig Strawbery Banke or … Read More

On April 15, 2026, archaeologists Alix Martin and Tad Baker presented a talk on the preliminary findings from last year’s archaeological excavation at the original site of Rollinsford’s historic Colonel Paul Wentworth House. We were able to record the presentation … Read More

The Association for Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) has chosen to honor Dr. Emerson “Tad” Baker with the 2025 ARCH Heritage Award. The award was presented to Mr. Baker at the annual ARCH dinner and auction on Saturday, November 15 … Read More

November 16, 2024 The Association for Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) honored Odediah Skolnick with the 2024 ARCH Heritage Award. The award was presented to Ms. Skolnick at the annual ARCH dinner and auction on Saturday, November 16 at Spring Hill … Read More

Update: This position has been filled, but we’d still love to hear from you! If you’re interested in learning more about ARCH and volunteering at living history events, please reach out! An exciting opportunity for a history enthusiast! Share your … Read More

November 18, 2023 The Association for Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) honored longtime supporter, the late Jessie Aikman of Rollinsford, with the 2023 ARCH Heritage Award, given annually to recognize those who have made significant contributions to the preservation of … Read More

One of the many residents of Somersworth, New Hampshire who served in the American Revolution was Cato Wallingford. Private Cato Wallingford appears in several places on the muster rolls of Captain Joseph Carr’s Company of the 2nd New Hampshire Regiment … Read More

November 2022 After a two year hiatus due to COVID, it was great to bring back our gala! This year, we gathered with almost 140 friends and supporters to celebrate ARCH’s 20th anniversary. Both in terms of the number of … Read More

November 19, 2022 Harmon’s Snowshoemen, a group of New England military re-enactors, has been chosen as the recipients of the 2022 ARCH Heritage Award. Presented annually, the award recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the preservation of the … Read More