Learn about our country’s war for independence in this incredible living history event. Join us on Saturday, September 7 when members of the First New Hampshire Regiment, a Revolutionary War re-enactment group, will be encamped at the house. DATE: Saturday, … Read More
Learn about dying wool with natural plant dyes Spinners, knitters, and fiber arts enthusiasts of all kinds are invited to a day of dying wool with natural plant-based dyes! DATE: Saturday, September 14, 2024 TIME : 10 am - 4 … Read More
Sewing 18th century fashions with the Wentworth Ladies
Create an 18th century Larkin & Smith gown! In this 2.5-day workshop, Emily Stringham of At the Sign of the Golden Scissors will teach us to construct an English stomacher front gown in a period manner using the Larking and … Read More
Meet historic role players in Rollinsford’s Old Town Cemetery Explore Rollinsford’s historic Old Town Cemetery on this special guided tour. Learn about early burial customs; discover the meaning behind winged death's heads, urns and willows, and other gravestone art; and … Read More
Ticket sales have closed for 2024, but you can still support our annual appeal! Thank you for supporting local history! 2024 Gala Event: Digging into History Buffet Dinner • Cash Bar • Raffle Drawings • Live & Silent Auctions Join us … Read More
SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Step back in time and meet Captain John Harmon’s Snowshoe Company of Rangers, a group of historical re-enactors who portray the soldiers who patrolled the New England frontier during the 1740s and 1750s.
You may have seen examples of redwork embroidery at antique stores, or perhaps you've even inherited some redwork embroideries made by a great-grandmother. Popular in America from the mid-19th century through the 1920s, redwork embroidery was made possible by the … Read More
Take a break from cabin fever with stimulating conversation and a classic card game at our annual cribbage tournament! DATE: Saturday, March 1, 2025 TIME: 1:00 registration, game play begins at 1:30 The entry fee is $30 per team or … Read More
Wool appliqué was widely popular in 19th century America when thrifty women used woolen scraps and simple stitches to craft “penny rugs,” table mats, pillow covers and other sturdy yet decorative items for the home. This traditional craft is enjoying … Read More
Cheer on the Granite Web Makers as they shear a sheep, spin the wool into yarn, and knit a sweater all in one day!
Woolly business at the Wentworth House!
Have a great night out and raise money for ARCH!
Come in the morning to our Learn to Spin workshop and learn from experienced spinners. If you want to practice your craft or spin with friends, open spin is all day long!
Tuesday through Saturday, June 3-7 and June 10-14 at 2:30 pm
Learn Handcarding Basics with Donna Kay!
