Sanbornton Historical Society

09/28/2026

If you haven't ordered your wreath yet, time's running out! All wreath sales benefit the Sanbornton Historical Society, including our programs, school tours and the upkeep of the Lane Tavern.

The wreaths are premium quality, double-faced and decorated with weather-resistant red velvet bows. Many of our bows are handcrafted here in New Hampshire.

Wreaths should be ordered in advance. However, there will be a limited number of 12” wreaths available at the Christmas Fair December 5th for $20 each.

Unless paid online, payment is due upon pick up. You can pick up your wreath(s) on Saturday, Nov 28th and Saturday, Dec 5th, 9am-11am.

12” Ring Size with 22” Diameter = $20. each
14” Ring Size with 26” Diameter = $25. each
18” Ring Size with 30” Diameter = $30. each
24” Ring Size with 36” Diameter = $45. each
30” Ring Size with 42” Diameter = $60. each

You can order online at LaneTavern.org or email us at [email protected]. Please call 603 591-5176 with any questions. Deadline for ordering is Wednesday, October 7th.

Thank you for your support!

09/09/2026

Local Painter Walter Ingalls
Presented by Sanbornton's own Brendan Morrison and Karey Caldwell

On Thursday, September 10th at 7:00 p.m., one of Sanbornton's illustrious citizens, Walter Ingalls, distinguished portrait painter of the mid-nineteenth century, will be Sanbornton Historical Society's program topic.

Walter, born in Canterbury in 1805, moved to Sanbornton in 1818 and along with his brother became a cabinetmaker. That profession was short-lived when Walter's true talent for painting became his career. Over the next 41 years, he travelled the world painting portraits of kings, Popes, emperors, statesmen, and, of course, numerous Sanbornton family members of the 1800s. Pres. George Washington's portrait in our NH State House is Walter Ingalls' work. Ingalls also served as Town Moderator from 1840 - 1847, and was a member of the General Court, Concord State House, 1847 - 1848.

Come to Lane Tavern, 520 Sanborn Road (Route 132), for historic information delightfully presented by Brendan Morrison and Karey Caldwell. We are handicapped accessible and meet in air-conditioned space. Light refreshments, after. The program is free, with donations towards historical society costs appreciated. All are welcome.

07/11/2026

Don't miss OHD and Tavern Tours!

07/07/2026

The SHS is proud to present.... Unsung Heroes in New England History Presented by Brad Wolff


Brad Wolff will present a program entitled "Unsung Heroes in New England History" at 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 9 at the Lane Tavern of the Sanbornton Historical Society.

Wolff is a retired social studies teacher who was previously recognized by the New Hampshire Department of Education as well as the Gilder-Lehrman Institute of American History as New Hampshire's Social Studies Teacher of the Year.

He will speak about six New England residents, three of them from New Hampshire, whose lives and contributions have distinctively shaped our history and impacted our lives. They include Revolutionary War hero Gen. Henry Knox, author Harriet Beecher Stowe, conservationist Katherine Sleeper Walden, lighthouse keeper Walter Eberle, Korean War soldier George A. Curley Jr., and political activist Doris Hadlock.

The Lane Tavern is located at 520 Sanborn Road (Route 132) in Sanbornton and is handicapped accessible and air-conditioned. The program is free to the public and will be followed with complimentary light refreshments in the Tap Room of the Lane Tavern. For more information, email us at [email protected] or call Linda at 603 603-286-4526.

06/08/2026

Blacksmith Doug Surrette Demonstration / Field Trip

The SHS is proud to invite you to our June Field Trip. On June 11 at 2:00 p.m., the Sanbornton Historical Society will visit Wrought'n Apple Farm Blacksmith Shop in Sanbornton. SHS member and smithy Doug Sarette will demonstrate his craft.

Refreshments will be provided by Beth Pavnick and Carol Levesque.
We leave the Lane Tavern at 1:45. (520 Sanborn Road) to arrive at the blacksmith shop at 2pm. Park there and get a ride. Or drive yourself, but follow from the tavern to know the way to 50 Old Coach Road, 03269.

All are welcome. This demo of a long-time craft should get a good turnout! Look at: www.LaneTavern.org for details of this and upcoming programs.

06/07/2026

Sanbornton Historical Society is participating in NH's Statewide Gives

NH Gives is an initiative of the NH Center for Nonprofits that runs for 24 hours each year, Donations start at 5pm on Tuesday June 9th continuing until 5pm Wednesday. Please go to https://www.nhgives.org to donate.

Purpose: Raises funds and awareness for thousands of nonprofits across New Hampshire, from food access and youth mentoring to arts, health, housing, and environmental causes

Impact: Since 2016, NH Gives has raised over $22 million for nearly 1,200 organizations

How it works: Donors can give online via NHGives.org, supporting causes they care about. Incentive prizes, matching gifts, and challenge funds are offered to encourage participation

Participation: This year, a record 701 nonprofits will join, representing diverse communities statewide.

We appreciate your support and hope you also consider supporting other local organizations, such as NH School Funding Fairness Project.

Giving Tuesday — A Global Movement

04/29/2026

Spring Clean Up

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon

Where: The Lane Tavern
520 Sanborn Road, Sanbornton, NH 03269

It’s spring and time to prepare the Lane Tavern for the upcoming season. There is a lot to do inside and out. Lawns need raking and flower beds cleaned out. Inside needs cleaning, dusting, polishing and organizing. Please bring rakes, cleaning supplies and furniture polish! All are welcome to help out!

For more information please contact: [email protected]

04/27/2026

This Wednesday!

Join the Sanbornton Public Library and the Sanbornton Historical Society in welcoming presenter and author, Thomas Hubka. He will discuss architecture unique to Northern New England in a talk entitled:

Big House, Little House, Back House, Barn
at the Library on Wednesday, April 29th at 6pm.

This program is sponsored by New Hampshire Humanities, and is free and open to the public. Books will be available for sale and light refreshments will be served.