Brentwood NH Historical Society

Brentwood NH Historical Society The museum will be open on the first Saturday of the month from April to October from 10am to 1pm.

If you would like to visit another time please call 603-642-8944. The museum is wheelchair accessible, and there is a stairlift to the 2nd floor. Brentwood is a rural town of some 4,000 residents in the southeast corner of New Hampshire, 17 miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean. The first non-native settlers came in 1652 to start a sawmill, drawing their power from one of the excellent waterfalls o

n the river that runs through the area. Originally named “Brintwood,” the town separated from Exeter in 1742, and the first official Brintwood town meeting was held on July 19, 1742, in the 1735 meetinghouse at Marshall’s Corner. The Brentwood Historical Society was formed in the 1960s with the mission of bringing together people interested in history, especially the history of Brentwood, and the objective of collecting material that establishes and illustrates the history of the area. Over the years, the Society has gathered thousands of objects of historical importance to the town. The Society shares its resources through the museum, genealogical and other research, tours, and educational presentations.

It’s a Metaphor! A Visual History of the Declaration of Independence
08/30/2026

It’s a Metaphor!
A Visual History of the Declaration of Independence

08/29/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported the Brentwood Historical Yard Sale! Your generosity, enthusiasm, and support helped make it a huge success. We truly appreciate everyone who donated, volunteered, shopped, and helped spread the word. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Check out the free items in the parking lot.

Do you know what this object is from our past? Post your reply. We would love to hear your guesses! Googling the picture...
08/16/2026

Do you know what this object is from our past? Post your reply. We would love to hear your guesses! Googling the picture is cheating!!😉

Genealogy workshop open to the public being hosted at the Portsmouth Public Library.
07/14/2026

Genealogy workshop open to the public being hosted at the Portsmouth Public Library.

Portsmouth Public Library serves the informational, educational and entertainment needs of the people of Portsmouth as well as visitors.

The Exeter Independence Festival is today! You will find the Brentwood Historical Society across from Folsom Tavern. Joi...
07/11/2026

The Exeter Independence Festival is today! You will find the Brentwood Historical Society across from Folsom Tavern. Join us as we continue to celebrate America250!

Celebrate the anniversary of the arrival of the Declaration of Independence to New Hampshire on July 16th, 1776 at the 34th American Independence Festival on Saturday July 13th in downtown Exeter, NH.

Brentwood Historical Society is proud to be part of the NH Historical Society’s July state wide scavenger hunt. If you a...
06/30/2026

Brentwood Historical Society is proud to be part of the NH Historical Society’s July state wide scavenger hunt. If you are looking for an adventure and a way to celebrate NH’s history for the America250, this is an exciting opportunity. Comment if you find our site!

https://www.nhhistory.org/Educate/603-History-Hunt

The Brentwood Historical Society is proud to be part of the 603 History Hunt! Special thanks to the Brentwood Cemetery T...
06/27/2026

The Brentwood Historical Society is proud to be part of the 603 History Hunt! Special thanks to the Brentwood Cemetery Trustees for their help getting our location ready.

The New Hampshire Historical Society has a unique way to take part in America 250 this year: a statewide scavenger hunt. LINK IN COMMENTS ⬇️

Another wonderful speaker brought to Brentwood from a grant from NH Humanities.
06/02/2026

Another wonderful speaker brought to Brentwood from a grant from NH Humanities.

Join us for a special collaboration with the Brentwood Historical Society to bring Renay Allen to the MEB Library to share her extensive knowledge about Jude Hall, a famous Black Revolutionary War Soldier from Exeter, NH. This is part of our 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution Series, funded by a grant from the New Hampshire Humanities
Jude Hall (c.1747 - 1827) of Exeter was a distinguished Black Revolutionary War soldier who earned the nickname "Old Rock" for his valor. His extraordinary service record spanning all eight years (1775-1783) makes him one of the longest serving soldiers of any race in the struggle for American freedom. Jude's story continues when he returns to Exeter, marries, and later faces more struggles for his family's freedom in the new nation. Hear updates on his family today, and the efforts underway across the region to provide a more accurate picture of this once obscured man, and others like him.

Brentwood is excited to be part of the Scavenger Hunt!
06/01/2026

Brentwood is excited to be part of the Scavenger Hunt!

Back by popular demand....one month from today.....stay tuned for details!

On this Memorial Day you can still see the National Memorial Day Concert online.
05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day you can still see the National Memorial Day Concert online.

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03833

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