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Welcome

The Washington New Hampshire Historical Society (WNHHS), is a non-profit organization that brings together people interested in the collection and preservation of material related to the history of Washington & East Washington, NH. In addition to managing several historic buildings, we undertake activities to foster and promote public

knowledge of local, state, and national history.

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Although an RSVP is not required to attend, your response does allow us to send you an event reminder and any other important updates.

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Featured Videos

District #5 Schoolhouse Renovation Fundraising Progress

The Dollar-for-Dollar Match Opportunity Offered in May 2026 Has Now Ended. About the District # 5 Schoolhouse Step inside the District #5 Schoolhouse in East Washington, and you are instantly transported back to the 19th century—where children once practiced their lessons with quill pens and ink, and the daily rhythm of rural education unfolded within a single room. Now, the Washington NH Historical Society (WNHHS) is working to ensure

NH Chronicle Video Segments Featuring Washington, NH

Many interesting stories about Washington, New Hampshire have been featured over the years on local ABC affiliate WMUR-9's nightly magazine show, New Hampshire Chronicle. Many of these segments are presented personally by longtime NH Chronicle host, writer, and filmmaker Fritz Wetherbee. You can access them from here. Fritz Wetherbee filming a segment about the Shedd Free Library for WMUR-9’s New Hampshire Chronicle Click Segment Title To Watch Video Exploring Washington, NH

Our History Is In the Barn!

John Porter, author and expert on historic barns, "reads" the Washington Historical Society's barn, noting its special features and the...

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