Description
The Merrimack Valley is named and defined
by the river that runs through it. The Merrimack River was
an essential element of early life here and the development
of many surrounding towns. Today, the river provides a home
to a family of bald eagles and countless other wildlife,
a recreation area for kayakers and boaters and an arena
for fisherman to try their sport. Many of the towns in this
region were built around the river.
The Merrimack Valley Region is every bit as diverse as its
people. It is the major center for government and business
in the state. Its three largest cities are Concord, the
capital, where the fourth largest deliberative body in the
world, the State’s legislature, meets; Manchester,
the state’s financial center and home of the state’s
largest airport; and Nashua, which was cited in 1997 and
1987 as the best place to live in the U.S. by Money magazine.
Manchester
Airport
One Airport Road
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6539
Conveniently
located adjacent to Interstates 93 & 293, Route 101
and the F.E. Everett Turnpike, in the heart of New England,
Manchester Airport is just twenty minutes from the Massachusetts
border and less than an hour's drive from the region's most
popular ski areas, scenic seacoast beaches and peaceful
lakefront resorts -- even Boston.
Easy
access, competitive airfares, ample parking and a growing
schedule of non-stop and direct jet service make Manchester
Airport New England's most convenient airport.
Over
the past several years, more and more air travelers in northern
New England have discovered that Manchester Airport is a
convenient alternative to the uncertainties of Boston traffic
and the growing congestion at Logan Airport.
Lodging The
Highlander
The Manchester Airport Hotel
Located just two minutes from the Manchester Airport, The
Highlander is Manchester’s landmark lodging, dining
and conference facility.
A haven for travelers since 1885, The Highlander is beautifully
situated on 30 acres of New Hampshire countryside. Choose
lodging in the 66-room Highlander Inn, featuring Basil’s
Restaurant & Lounge, or the 22-room Bed & Breakfast.
The
Highlander Airport Parking, with 24-hour shuttle service
to and from Manchester Airport is open to the general public.
The Park & Stay program offers overnight guests guaranteed
parking and a discounted parking fee.
The
Highlander Conference Center accommodates guests from 10-200
for corporate or social events.
Crown
Plaza
Nashua's Grand Hotel
New Englands Premier address for business or pleasure.
Attractions
The
Anheuser-Busch Merrimack Brewery is nestled in the New England
countryside just 45 minutes north of Boston.
During
the tour, we'll show you the wonders of our natural Budweiser
brewing process. Favorite stops include the cold cellars
where fermentation takes place and our dazzling high-speed
packaging operations.
Recreation Christa
McAuliffe Planetarium Come where day magically becomes night. Simply
choose one of the shows and in just one hour you'll take
an extraordinary voyage into astronomy. Find a place in
the 92-seat theater and a universe of computerized three-dimensional
images surrounds you as you fly through the stars. Children
of all ages are invited to join us on these stunning voyages
of discovery!
The
Planetarium is a living memorial that combines Christa McAuliffe's
dream of traveling through space with her dedication to
teaching, and her belief that everyone should have the opportunity
to "reach for the stars". Our shows blend computer
generated effects, video, slides and music into an awe-inspiring
experience. Education and entertainment mix in our 40 foot
domed theater to delight audiences of all ages. Bring yourself,
your family, your friends, or a group from your school or
business to discover the wonders of the cosmos and our place
in it.
New Hampshire Historical Society
Whatever your question, whatever your need, if it is about
New Hampshire, past or present, the New
Hampshire Historical Society is here to help you find
the answer. Each year dozens of New Hampshire's local libraries
and historical organizations participate in the Society's
technical assistance programs, and thousands of school children
benefit from educational services offered at the Society and
in classrooms across the state.
Thursdays,
March 6 - April 10, 2003
History Course -
Exploring Patterns of Immigration to New Hampshire
Six-week history class looks at the many immigrants who have
settled in New Hampshire over the years - a trend that continues
today.
Exploring Patterns of Immigration to New Hampshire is sponsored,
in part, by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in New Hampshire.
Location:
New Hampshire Historical Society, The Tuck Library, 30 Park
Street, Concord.
Time: Thursday evenings, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $75 for nonmembers; $65 for members
of the New Hampshire Historical Society.
Registration required.
Contact: 603/856-0608
Dining Stormy
Monday Cafe Neon shimmers against the purple walls, lined with
pictures of the blues and jazz greats.
A crowd gathers for relaxation, good eats, and great music.
"They call it Stormy Monday
and Tuesday's just as bad..."
641
Daniel Webster Hwy.
Merrimack, N.H. 03054
Phone: (603) 429-2210
