New Hampshire Boat Museum

06/19/2026

Come grab a beer and dive into WWII history on Wednesday, June 24 at NHBM where outboard motor collector and historian Larry Stevenson will speak about 'The History of Storm Boats and Storm Boat Motors in WWII' for our first Hulls & Hops Speaker Series event of the season.

Samuel Adams is the featured brewery for this event.
Amoskeag Beverages LLC is our series sponsor.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The lecture starts at 7 p.m.

Admission is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Buy your tickets at https://www.nhbm.org/speaker-series/

06/17/2026

Are you ready to bid on your dream boat?

The NHBM Summer Boat Auction is on Saturday July 11 at 10 a.m. at NHBM in Moultonborough (130 Whittier Hwy (Rte 25)). Boats will be available for preview on Thursday, July 9 and Friday, July 10 from noon to 5 p.m.

A few boats up for auction this year:

1954 Lyman Runabout
-Good, usable condition
-Classic 15' Runabout
-Includes running engine, fuel tanks, bilge pumps, and trailer for easy transport and storage
Long cherished by a single family since new, the donor's hope is that this special Lyman will find a loving home where she can continue bringing family and friends together to create lasting memories on the water for generations to come.

2003 Lincoln Isle au Haut Sea Kayak
-Good condition
-17'2" Fiberglass Touring Kayak. Approx. 44 lbs.
-Dual storage hatches, deck rigging and grab handles, stable efficient touring hull, rudderless design
Perfect for experienced paddlers looking for a capable touring kayak or someone seeking a quality New England-built craft.

2022 Puffin Boat
-Like-new condition
-8'6" Rowboat, 80 lbs (easy to handle while also stable and versatile)
-Includes oars, but is designed to accept outboard motor up to 3 horsepower (motor not included)
Custom seat cushions
Capacity up to 3 people
This delightful little boat is ready for its next owner to enjoy quiet mornings, sunset rows, and countless days on the water.

Stay tuned for more...

06/17/2026

Join our team!

06/14/2026

We are closed today for a private event. We will reopen on Tuesday at 10am.

06/13/2026

Beautiful day for a boat show! Head down to the Wolfeboro Town Docks and check out our friends from the New England Lyman Group!

06/11/2026

Don't miss "An Evening with NHBM Member Artists" tonight, Thursday, June 11, at 5:30 p.m. at NHBM - 130 Whittier Hwy (Rte 25) in Moultonborough.

Featured artists:
Beverly Dietrich
Margery Mueller
Cheryl Shanahan
Ann Xavier

This is a FREE event open to the public. Come enjoy a beautiful evening at NHBM, meet the artists, and appreciate their work. We will have light appetizers and wine.

06/11/2026

Join us on Thursday, June 25 for our first Junior Skipper's Lake Discovery Day of the summer, themed "Does it float?"

This is a FREE program designed for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade.

Lake Discovery Days will also take place on Thursday, June 25, Wednesday, July 15, and Thursday, August 20.

Click link below to learn more.

On Thursday, June 25, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., the New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will host Junior Skippers Lake Discovery Day. A free program designed for kids in kindergarten through the fifth grade, “Does it Float?” is the theme of June’s session.

06/08/2026

Walk in with a stack of lumber. Walk out with a boat you built yourself. Spaces are still available for the New Hampshire Boat Museum’s Youth, Family, and Adult Boat Building Class on Saturday, July 11 through Sunday, July 19 at the museum’s Wolfeboro campus, 399 Center Street.

Click link below to learn more and register.

Walk in with a stack of lumber. Walk out with a boat you built yourself. Spaces are still available for the New Hampshire Boat Museum’s Youth, Family, and Adult Boat Building Class on Saturday, July 11 through Sunday, July 19 at the museum's Wolfeboro campus, 399 Center Street.

06/06/2026

D‑Day Remembrance | June 6, 1944

Today we honor the bravery of the Allied soldiers who landed on the beaches of Normandy—an operation that changed the course of history and demonstrated extraordinary courage, coordination, and sacrifice.

While the Storm Boat we're rebuilding at the New Hampshire Boat Museum was not part of the D‑Day landings, they share the same legacy of innovation and service. Built by Correct Craft in 1945, these fast, lightweight wooden boats helped soldiers cross rivers under fire in Europe's final months of World War II. They represent the same spirit of teamwork and determination that defined the D‑Day mission.

Our Storm Boat Project continues that legacy—preserving the craftsmanship, engineering, and human stories behind these remarkable vessels.

Today, as we remember those who fought for freedom, we also honor the builders whose hands shaped the boats that carried them toward victory.

If you are interested in helping build the storm boat, visit nhbm.org

06/04/2026

Are you looking for an educational and fun activity for your child this summer? Join us for our four Children's Story Hour dates on Thursdays June 11, July 9, August 6, and September 10.

Children's Story Hour at NHBM is put on in collaboration with the Moultonborough Public Library (NH).

We look forward to seeing you and your kids at the museum!

Click link below to learn more.

The New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will offer Children's Story Hour in collaboration with the Moultonborough Public Library on three Thursdays this summer: June 11, July 9, August 6, and September 10 from 11:00 a.m. to noon.