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
July 25, 2022 The ancient craft of spinning – twisting together fibers of wool, cotton, flax, or silk to create thread or yarn – has never been lost. Once a necessity for creating textiles for clothing and furnishings, spinning is … Read More
December 1, 2021 The Association for Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) recently received a grant of $11,612.64 from The Fabulous Find, a nonprofit resale boutique in Kittery, Maine, to support programs and operations at Rollinsford’s historic Colonel Paul Wentworth House. … Read More
September 18, 2021 Nancy Cook has been chosen by the Association of Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) as the recipient of the 2021 ARCH Heritage Award, presented annually to a person who has made significant contributions to the preservation of … Read More
When Marlborough pie is served at hearth dinners at the Colonel Paul Wentworth House, it is baked on the hearth in a bake kettle, but you can make it at home in your oven. Read on to learn about the … Read More
Hear the story of John Philpot and his family as we visit Rollinsford’s Old Town Cemetery. You can watch more history videos on the ARCH YouTube channel. Read more stories…
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
November 16, 2019 Rollinsford resident Ed Charpentier was chosen by the Association of Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) as the 2019 recipient of the ARCH Heritage Award, presented annually to a person who has made significant contributions to the preservation … Read More
November 17, 2018 Rollinsford resident Stephen H. Roberts was chosen by the Association of Rollinsford Culture and History (ARCH) as the 2018 recipient of the ARCH Heritage Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to a person who has made … Read More