Program hours:
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Cost:
Included with regular admission. Homeschool days are not included with the
Jr. Explorers Pass. Details:
A detailed introduction to the kids archaeology simulator will
begin at 1:30 pm. Perfect for homeschoolers studying archaeology, geology, and/or history,
this is sure to be the ideal accompaniment to the curriculum! After the 15-minute introduction,
students will spend approximately 30 minutes digging in our non-sensitive dig pit, using real
archaeology tools and sifting for artifacts.
Jr. Explorers is a hands-on educational craft hour designed to teach young
students through stories and play. We will begin at 2:30 with the story Pete the Cat and the Perfect
Pizza Party by James Dean, then we will go on a scavenger hunt for pizza toppings,
and we will use those toppings to make our own "pizza" with an activity that encourages creativity while
teaching important skills such as cutting, pasting, and arranging! Recommended for ages 3-12.
September 22nd, 2024: Autumnal / Fall Equinox (Mabon)
Special Hours:
Open sunrise to sunset. The exact equinox moment is at 8:43 am. 10:00 am to 11:00 am: Jr. Explorers
A craft hour for kids, to celebrate autumn. Details» 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm: Autumnal Equinox Ritual
Hosted by Katja Esser. Details»
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: Drum Circle
A sunset drum circle will run from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm, and visitors are welcome to come and go as they please from the circle.
James Lacefield will guide the drum circle on fall equinox to ring in the sunset in style. Visitors
are encouraged to bring their own drums if they have them, and drums will also be available for purchase in the gift shop.
Reservations are not required and the drum circle is included with the price of admission, though attendants
are encouraged to
purchase their tickets online to expedite the check-in process. Please be sure to arrive early enough to
allow for time to walk up to the site, where the drumming circle will take place.
September 24th, 2024: Homeschool Days
Program hours:
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Cost:
Included with regular admission. Homeschool days are not included with the
Jr. Explorers Pass. Details:
A detailed introduction to the kids archaeology simulator will
begin at 1:30 pm. Perfect for homeschoolers studying archaeology, geology, and/or history,
this is sure to be the ideal accompaniment to the curriculum! After the 15-minute introduction,
students will spend approximately 30 minutes digging in our non-sensitive dig pit, using real
archaeology tools and sifting for artifacts.
Jr. Explorers is a hands-on educational craft hour designed to teach young
students through stories and play. We will begin at 2:30 with a story read aloud to the group.
Our craft this week will be "sewing" a felt flower pot (with blunt, plastic needles and pre-punched
holes in the felt), which we will then take with us on a nature walk to collect organic items such as
leaves, twigs, and pinecones to make a bouquet! This activity helps to build fine motor skills, bilateral
hand use, nurtures creativity, and independence. Recommended for ages 3-12.
September 28th, 2024: Lantern Tour with Mr. Pattee
Event Hours:
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Please arrive by 6:45 pm. Tickets:
Tickets are $35 per person, and are
available online. Space is limited! Details:
Join Mr. Jonathan Pattee on a candlelit tour of his historic property! While America's Stonehenge is
best known for its ancient ruins, this hill played a significant role in early American history as well.
The Pattee family was heavily involved in colonial and American history from the 17th century to the
19th century. Mr. Pattee's ancestor, Peter Pattee, immigrated to the New World in 1675. Shortly after,
he moved to Haverhill, Massachusetts, where his descendants would become involved in such important
events as the opening of the first mills on the Spicket River, the border conflicts with New France and
the Native Americans, the founding of Salem, New Hampshire, and the fight for independence in the
American Revolution. Jonathan himself would go on to join the cause of abolition and help people to
escape slavery on the Underground Railroad.
On this tour, you will be led through the Pattee family's property by
Mr. Pattee himself. He will point out where his barn once stood, and where his house foundation is
still marked by the bricks from his chimney. On the journey, you will hear tales that are both
unbelievable and ordinary, as your guide recounts stories from daily life in early America - stories
that are memorialized in the property and the Pattee family artifacts housed at the museum.
Period costumes are encouraged, but not required!
The tour will begin at 7:00 pm. You are encouraged to arrive by 6:45 to
allow time to check in. Mr. Pattee is a busy man, so don't be late! Important information:
- The hike through the site is uphill and crosses uneven terrain. Please wear comfortable,
supportive footwear and clothing suitable for the evening's weather.
- Guests will each be provided with an electric lantern. While you are welcome to bring a
flashlight in case of emergencies, please refrain from using flashlights during the tour as this will detract
from the ambiance and distract your companions.
- Personal photography is permitted during the event, but as with flashlights, please be
courteous to your companions and refrain from using an overabundance of flash photography.
October 4th, 2024: UFO Sky Watch with Mike Stevens
Event Hours:
6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets:
Tickets are $35.00 at the door the night of.
Advanced registration is required as attendance is limited. Details:
Join Mike Stevens of
Granite Sky Services and Katherine Brisendine
at America's Stonehenge for a special presentation on New
Hampshire UFO encounters and a sky watch at this strange site! Beginning just after sunset, guests will
make their way to an open area near the main site, where you will have a clear view of the night sky
above America's Stonehenge. You will hear about some of New Hampshire's notorious
paranormal/extraterrestrial encounters while watching the skies and will possibly have an encounter
of your own. This is a unique opportunity to survey America's Stonehenge after-hours alongside the
state's leading expert on UFO history and knowledgeable members of the museum staff.
The sky watch will be held outdoors. Seating will be available, and it
is recommended that guests wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Guests are also allowed to
bring their own snacks and beverages.
In the event of inclement weather, the sky watch will be held the
following evening on October 5th. About Mike Stevens:
Mike is a New Hampshire native, born and bred. When not helping others with their experiences, you
can often find him in the forests and mountains of the state camping and hiking. Mike hopes to combine
his simple New England values with his own experiences to give people a positive new outlook on
extraterrestrial phenomena.
Mike is a seasoned paranormal researcher and investigator. He has worked
to change the stigma surrounding the abduction phenomena by promoting public awareness of the subject
and by encouraging and supporting other experiencers. He was the initiating force behind the New
Hampshire historical marker for Betty and Barney Hill's UFO encounter. Mike has been interviewed in
the past by newspapers, television, and radio about his involvement in the paranormal and UFO
communities locally as well as internationally. Mike has become a trusted source for New Hampshire's
UFO history. About Katherine Brisendine:
Katherine is a UFO researcher that grew up in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.
With several UFO encounters of her own, twenty-five years ago she started keeping a journal of these
events, as well as documenting reports from others. To date, her archive has over 2,900 reported UFO
sightings in New Hampshire, going back to the 1700s.
October 12th, 2024: Lantern Tour with Mr. Pattee
Event Hours:
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Please arrive by 6:45 pm. Tickets:
Tickets are $35 per person, and are
available online. Space is limited! Details:
Join Mr. Jonathan Pattee on a candlelit tour of his historic property! While America's Stonehenge is
best known for its ancient ruins, this hill played a significant role in early American history as well.
The Pattee family was heavily involved in colonial and American history from the 17th century to the
19th century. Mr. Pattee's ancestor, Peter Pattee, immigrated to the New World in 1675. Shortly after,
he moved to Haverhill, Massachusetts, where his descendants would become involved in such important
events as the opening of the first mills on the Spicket River, the border conflicts with New France and
the Native Americans, the founding of Salem, New Hampshire, and the fight for independence in the
American Revolution. Jonathan himself would go on to join the cause of abolition and help people to
escape slavery on the Underground Railroad.
On this tour, you will be led through the Pattee family's property by
Mr. Pattee himself. He will point out where his barn once stood, and where his house foundation is
still marked by the bricks from his chimney. On the journey, you will hear tales that are both
unbelievable and ordinary, as your guide recounts stories from daily life in early America - stories
that are memorialized in the property and the Pattee family artifacts housed at the museum.
Period costumes are encouraged, but not required!
The tour will begin at 7:00 pm. You are encouraged to arrive by 6:45 to
allow time to check in. Mr. Pattee is a busy man, so don't be late! Important information:
- The hike through the site is uphill and crosses uneven terrain. Please wear comfortable,
supportive footwear and clothing suitable for the evening's weather.
- Guests will each be provided with an electric lantern. While you are welcome to bring a
flashlight in case of emergencies, please refrain from using flashlights during the tour as this will detract
from the ambiance and distract your companions.
- Personal photography is permitted during the event, but as with flashlights, please be
courteous to your companions and refrain from using an overabundance of flash photography.
October 18, 2024: Hunter's Moon Drum Circle
Regular Site Hours:
Open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. We will remain open for drum circle check-in. 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm: Drum Circle
A hunter's moon drum circle will run from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm and visitors are welcome to come and go as they please
from the circle. Staff will guide the drum circle as the full moon ascends into the sky. Visitors
are encouraged to bring their own drums if they have them, and drums will also be available for purchase in the gift shop.
Reservations are not required and the drum circle is included with the price of admission, though attendants
are encouraged to
purchase their tickets online to expedite the check-in process. Please be sure to arrive early enough to
allow for time to walk up to the site, where the drumming circle will take place.
October 19th, 2024: Jr. Explorers - Dinosaur Theme
Program hours:
10:00 am to 11:00 am Tickets:
Included with general admission, or can be
attended on its own for $6.00. Details:
Jr. Explorers is a hands-on educational craft hour designed to teach young
students through stories and play. We will begin with a story read aloud to the group.
After the story, we will go on a scavenger hunt for dinosaurs, and will we have a variety of
dinosaur-themed crafts, including make-and-take dinosaur legos for our Jr. Explorers age 5+!
Recommended for ages 3-12.
October 20, 2024: Reiki-Infused Sound Bath with Brandy Lefsyk
Hours:
10:00 am to 11:00 am. Cost:
$35.00 per person, which also includes admission to the site for the day. Description:
Have you been to America's Stonehenge? I highly recommend you check it out if you're
into ancient ruins, astrology, magick, rituals, ceremonies and mysteries. You won't be disappointed -- the
energy is palpable at times.
Join Reiki Master, Astrologer, Channel and Sound Healing Practitioner,
Brandy
Lefsyk for a Reiki infused Sound Bath healing meditation at the summer
solstice alignment. We will still be feeling the energy and effects of the full moon as
we near the end of Libra season.
Wear layers, bring a yoga mat or blanket, and plan to explore the site after the
session.
In the event of rain, this event will be rescheduled to October 27th from
10:00 am to 11:00 am.
October 26, 2024: Spooky Hallo-weekend
Get into the Halloween spirit with three fun and spooky events running all day at America's Stonehenge! 10:00 am to 12:00 pm: Jr. Explorers - Halloween Theme
Tickets: Included with general admission, or can be attended on its own for $6.00.
Age: Recommended for ages 3-12.
Jr. Explorers is a hands-on educational craft hour designed to teach young
students through stories and play. We will begin with a story read aloud to the group.
After the story, we will begin a Halloween-themed craft designed to encourage creativity and build
fine motor skills. Recommended for ages 3-12. 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm: Legends of America's Stonehenge Guided Tour
Tickets: Included with general admission.
Age: All audiences.
Explore the epicenter of New Hampshire’s myths, legends, and spooky
stories just in time for Halloween! This family-friendly guided tour will bring you through America's
Stonehenge with a local historian, who will tell tales from New Hampshire's legendary past. What is
America's Stonehenge? Who built these weird structures? Who lived here in the past? All will be revealed
on this spook-tacular tour!
This halloween tour is designed to be appropriate for all audiences; children and
families are welcome! The guided tour will last approximately one hour, beginning at 1:00 pm. The
majority of this time will be spent on the site, which involves moderate hiking and standing outdoors
for the duration of the tour. Please wear comfortable, supportive footwear and clothing suitable for
the weather. Strollers and wagons are not recommended. 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm: Haunted History Lantern Tour
Tickets: $35 per person.
Age: Adults and teens.
Ghosts are real! And you can see them here at America's Stonehenge on
Saturday, October 26th! Join local historian James Lacefield for a candlelit tour of America's
Stonehenge to encounter the ghostly remains - otherwise known as artifacts - of Salem, New Hampshire's
haunted history.
On this guided tour of the site, you will learn about the more than 4,000 years
of human history that have played out on top of Mystery Hill. From an unknown ancient culture of
stone-masons to the Native American inhabitants of the Spicket River Valley, colonial loggers,
antebellum abolitionists, 19th century murderers, and American horror writers, many people have made
their mark on this historic property. You will hear the history of all these residents while touring
the historic property which has endured long after the souls that once lived here have passed on.
You will also hear haunting tales and local legends as you explore the hill,
and perhaps even discover the truth behind them. Was the Sacrificial Table really used for ancient
sacrifice? Did one of America's first serial killers prowl this hilltop in search of his next
victim? Or, will you be the next to give your soul to the ancient practice of historical research?
Join us this hallo-weekend to find out!
The content of this tour will not be overly graphic or particularly scary,
but some subjects may not be appropriate for children. Additionally, the extended duration of this
guided tour may be difficult for groups with young children. For family-friendly Halloween events,
please check out the Halloween Jr. Explorers activity at 11:00 am, and the earlier
Legends of America’s Stonehenge tour at 1:00 pm!
The haunted history tour will last from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. The majority of this time
will be spent on the site, which involves moderate hiking and standing outdoors for the duration of
the tour. Please wear comfortable, supportive footwear and clothing suitable for the weather. A battery
operated lantern will be provided for each guest. To give your fellow explorers the best experience,
we ask that you refrain from using personal flashlights, headlamps, or other illumination while in
the site as this will detract from the candlelit atmosphere of the tour. Your guide will have a
flashlight and laser pointer to highlight important features along the tour.
November 1st, 2024: Cross-Quarter Day (Samhain)
Special Hours:
Open 9:00 am to sunset.
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm: Drum Circle
A sunset drum circle will run from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm, and visitors are welcome to come and go as they
please from the circle. Staff will guide the drum circle on Samhain (the mid-way point between fall
equinox and winter solstice) to ring in the sunset in style. Visitors
are encouraged to bring their own drums if they have them, and drums will also be available for purchase in the gift shop.
Reservations are not required and the drum circle is included with the price of admission, though attendants
are encouraged to
purchase their tickets online to expedite the check-in process. Please be sure to arrive early enough to
allow for time to walk up to the site, where the drumming circle will take place.
November 15th - 17th, 2024: First Responder Appreciation Weekend
Regular Hours:
Open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Free admission for Salem, NH first responders
As a thank you to our town's heroes, Salem, NH first responders and their families receive free
admission to America's Stonehenge with ID during the weekend of November 15th, 16th, and 17th!
December 21st, 2024: Winter Solstice (Yule)
Special Hours:
Open sunrise to sunset. 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm: Drum Circle
A sunset drum circle will run from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and visitors are welcome to come and go as they please from the circle.
James Lacefield will guide the drum circle on winter solstice to ring in the sunset in style. Visitors
are encouraged to bring their own drums if they have them, and drums will also be available for purchase in the gift shop.
Reservations are not required and the drum circle is included with the price of admission, though attendants
are encouraged to
purchase their tickets online to expedite the check-in process. Please be sure to arrive early enough to
allow for time to walk up to the site, where the drumming circle will take place. Mid-day: Winter Solstice Ritual
Hosted by Katja Esser. Start time and other details coming soon!