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✦ All ideas 88 activities 🎨 Arts Draw, color, make, and visit art spaces. 🎳 Bowling Bowl a relaxed game at your own pace. 🚜 Farms Visit farm stands and markets and meet farm animals. 💪 Gyms Work out at low-cost gyms or free community spaces. 📚 Libraries Read, learn, use computers, and play games. 🎬 Movies Watch a movie with the supports you need. 🏛️ Museums Look at art, history, and interesting objects. 🐾 Nature Centers Learn about animals, plants, and nature. 🍎 Orchards Pick apples and other fruit and visit orchard stores. 🌳 Parks Visit parks, forests, lakes, and outdoor paths. 🏊 Pools Swim, move in water, or learn about the pool. 🚲 Recreation Try community activities and easy movement. 🎭 Theaters & Performing Arts See a play, concert, or show at an accessible theater. ⛸️ Ice Skating Skate at a calm pace at a local ice arena.
Currier Museum of Art Merrimack Valley 5 activities at this place 🏛️ Choose-your-own museum visit🌈 Color detective gallery game🖼️ Low-sensory gallery visit☕ Museum café meetup✏️ Sketch one museum object✓ Disability access: YesAll public museum areas are wheelchair accessible, with elevators and accessible restrooms.
Ways to make it work ✓ Visit one room or stay longer✓ Ask about elevators and seating✓ Use a visual schedule for the tripShow on map → Kimball Jenkins School of Art Capital Region 2 activities at this place 🎨 Community art class or studio time🌷 Gallery and gardens visit? Disability access: Ask firstThis nonprofit cultural center offers accessible, inclusive community art classes on a historic estate. Call ahead to confirm the accessible entrance, studio access, and adaptive art tools.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about beginner or adaptive classes✓ Work for a short time or longer✓ Request easy-grip art toolsShow on map → Studio 550 Art Center Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🏺 Community clay and craft studio🖐️ One-day make-and-take workshop? Disability access: Ask firstThis community clay studio runs one-day workshops and classes. Call ahead to confirm the accessible entrance, table height, and the best low-pressure session for your visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about a one-day or drop-in workshop✓ Work at a seated table✓ Make one small piece at your own paceShow on map → Block Party Social Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🎳 Duckpin bowling and games? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a large entertainment center with duckpin bowling plus arcade and laser tag, so it can be loud and busy. Call ahead about accessible lanes, a calmer time of day, and sensory-friendly options.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask for a quieter lane time✓ Bring ear protection if helpful✓ Play a short game and take breaksShow on map → Boutwell's Bowling Center Capital Region ? Disability access: Ask firstThis candlepin center offers open public bowling and leagues. Call ahead about accessible parking, lane access, bumpers, and a quieter time to visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about bumpers or a lane ramp✓ Play without keeping score✓ Go during quieter off-peak hoursShow on map → Lakeside Lanes Merrimack Valley ? Disability access: Ask firstThis candlepin center is air-conditioned and soundproofed, which can help with sensory comfort. Call ahead about accessible parking, lane access, bumpers, and a quieter time to visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about bumpers or a lane ramp✓ Play without keeping score✓ Go during quieter off-peak hoursShow on map → Johnson Golden Harvest Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🥕 Year-round farm market visit? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a family-owned, year-round farm market with local produce, meats, and NH products. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, the entrance, and a quieter time to visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Bring a short shopping list✓ Point to or ask about items✓ Visit at a quieter time of dayShow on map → LaValley Farms Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🌽 Seasonal farm stand visit? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a seasonal outdoor farm stand (open roughly May through November) with local produce. Surfaces are outdoors; call or check ahead for current hours and accessible parking.
Ways to make it work ✓ Choose one or two items to look for✓ Visit at a quieter time✓ Bring a support person if helpfulShow on map → Executive Health & Sports Center Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🏋️ Full-service health club workout? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid, large full-service club with weights, cardio, classes, courts, a track, and an indoor pool. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask for a first-visit tour of the large facility✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Try one area at a timeShow on map → FITLAB Fitness Club – Manchester Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🏋️ Independent fitness club workout? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid, independent 24-hour club with cardio, weights, and classes. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Ask staff for a first-visit tour✓ Try one or two machines at a timeShow on map → Planet Fitness – Concord Capital Region ? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid, low-cost gym open 24 hours with a Judgement Free Zone. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Ask staff for a first-visit tour✓ Try one or two machines at a timeShow on map → Planet Fitness – Hooksett Merrimack Valley ? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid, low-cost gym open 24 hours with a Judgement Free Zone. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Ask staff for a first-visit tour✓ Try one or two machines at a timeShow on map → Planet Fitness – Manchester Merrimack Valley ? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid, low-cost gym open 24 hours with a Judgement Free Zone. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Ask staff for a first-visit tour✓ Try one or two machines at a timeShow on map → The Zoo Health Club – Concord Capital Region Activity at this place 🏋️ 24-hour health club workout? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid 24-hour gym with cardio, weights, and group classes. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Ask staff for a first-visit tour✓ Try one or two machines at a timeShow on map → The Zoo Health Club – Hooksett Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🏋️ 24-hour health club workout? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid 24-hour gym with cardio, weights, and group classes. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Ask staff for a first-visit tour✓ Try one or two machines at a timeShow on map → The Zoo Health Club – Manchester Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🏋️ 24-hour health club workout? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid 24-hour gym with cardio, weights, and group classes. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during quieter off-peak hours✓ Ask staff for a first-visit tour✓ Try one or two machines at a timeShow on map → Concord Public Library Capital Region 3 activities at this place 📚 Choose a book and find a quiet seat💻 Computer and Wi-Fi practice🗺️ Explore Concord history◐ Disability access: Some areasThe library lists accessible parking and ADA-accessible program rooms. Call first to confirm the best entrance, elevator route, and room for your visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask staff for a quieter area✓ Read or listen in any format✓ Use the accessible parking spaces near the libraryShow on map → Hooksett Public Library Merrimack Valley 4 activities at this place 📘 Find a book and learn the library💻 Library computer practice📖 Quiet reading and reset🎲 Small-group library games? Disability access: Ask firstCall the library to confirm the best entrance, room access, and accommodations.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask for a short library tour✓ Use a picture or written question✓ Visit one area at a timeShow on map → Manchester City Library Merrimack Valley 3 activities at this place ⌨️ Computer and technology practice📖 Find a book and explore the library🏙️ Manchester history search? Disability access: Ask firstCall first to confirm the step-free entrance, elevator route, accessible restroom, and any communication support you need.
Ways to make it work ✓ Choose one small skill✓ Ask about technology instruction✓ Bring a support person or written stepsShow on map → Apple Cinemas Hooksett IMAX Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🎧 Early movie and comfort plan🎬 Movie with accessibility tools◐ Disability access: Some areasApple lists accessibility devices, closed captions, and recliner seating for many Hooksett showings. Call first because tools and formats can vary by movie.
Ways to make it work ✓ Choose a less busy showtime✓ Preview the movie and theater plan✓ Step into the lobby whenever you need a breakShow on map → Chunky's Cinema Pub Manchester Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🍿 Dinner and a movie💡 Sensory-friendly movie showing✓ Disability access: YesChunky's says every theater has wheelchair ramp access and movable chairs for wheelchair space. Call about current caption-device availability.
Ways to make it work ✓ Arrive early to settle in and order✓ Ask staff to move a chair for wheelchair space✓ Check for sensory-friendly showingsShow on map → Red River Theatres Capital Region 2 activities at this place CC Captioned or audio-described movie🎞️ Independent or documentary movie✓ Disability access: YesRed River states that the facility is ADA accessible and provides elevator directions from Main Street and the parking garage.
Ways to make it work ✓ Call before buying a ticket✓ Ask which showings include access features✓ Use the elevator from Main Street or the garageShow on map → McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center Capital Region 2 activities at this place 🪐 Calm planetarium show🚀 Space and science discovery visit◐ Disability access: Some areasThe science center has free parking and hands-on space and science exhibits. Call ahead to confirm accessible entry, elevator access, and quieter or sensory-friendly planetarium times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about sensory-friendly showings✓ Sit near the exit✓ Bring ear protection if helpfulShow on map → SEE Science Center Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🔬 Hands-on science center visit🧱 LEGO Millyard look and find✓ Disability access: YesThe center is wheelchair accessible and has ASL-proficient staff. Call ahead to ask about quieter visiting times and the giant LEGO Millyard exhibit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Do one experiment at a time✓ Ask staff for a calmer route✓ Visit on a quieter weekdayShow on map → NH Audubon McLane Center Capital Region 2 activities at this place 🐢 Meet the live animals🦉 Nature center and easy trail visit◐ Disability access: Some areasAdmission is free. The center has live animal exhibits indoors; sanctuary trails vary in surface. Call ahead about the shortest, most accessible trail and indoor access.
Ways to make it work ✓ Watch quietly from a comfortable distance✓ Stay as short a time as you like✓ Ask staff about the animalsShow on map → Carter Hill Orchard Capital Region Activity at this place 🍎 Apple picking and farm store? Disability access: Ask firstThis is an outdoor pick-your-own orchard with a farm store; ground and rows are uneven. Call ahead to ask about accessible parking, easier-to-reach rows, and the store.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask for the easiest, closest rows✓ Pick a few pieces and rest✓ Visit the farm store if picking is hardShow on map → Arms Park Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 📷 River photo and bench stop🌊 River walk and bench break? Disability access: Ask firstThe city lists park benches and a scenic river walk, but does not give detailed step-free access information. Call Parks and Recreation before your visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Stay near one bench✓ Use a phone or camera if you want✓ Visit at a quieter timeShow on map → Arthur Donati Memorial Field Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🥎 Easy ball practice⚾ Playground and field visit? Disability access: Ask firstThe town does not publish detailed accessibility information for the fields, playground, restrooms, or routes. Call Parks and Recreation before going.
Ways to make it work ✓ Use a soft or larger ball✓ Play without keeping score✓ Choose a quiet open areaShow on map → Bear Brook State Park Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🏹 Accessible archery practice area🌲 Choose-your-own state park day◐ Disability access: Some areasThe four-target practice archery range is universally accessible. Trails, ponds, camping areas, and seasonal facilities vary, so call the park office about your exact plan.
Ways to make it work ✓ Bring your own equipment✓ Call the park office before going✓ Practice at one target or watch firstShow on map → Derryfield Park Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🛝 Playground, field, and fresh-air visit🌿 Short trail and tower-view walk? Disability access: Ask firstThe city lists a playground, fields, courts, and short natural trails, but does not give detailed accessibility information. Call about the best parking and route.
Ways to make it work ✓ Pick one activity before going✓ Stay near the parking area if helpful✓ Ask about playground and path surfacesShow on map → Heads Pond Trail Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🦆 Flat pond rail-trail walk🐦 Pond birdwatching stop? Disability access: Ask firstThe trail is a flat, wide, crushed-gravel rail trail with benches, but surfaces can soften after rain. Call the town to confirm parking and current trail conditions.
Ways to make it work ✓ Walk a short out-and-back section✓ Rest on benches at the viewpoints✓ Check conditions after rainShow on map → Hooksett Riverwalk Trail Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🛤️ Easy riverwalk outing🐦 Riverwalk color and bird hunt◐ Disability access: Some areasThe trail is generally flat and has boardwalk sections, but other surfaces include compacted stone and dirt. Check current conditions after rain or snow.
Ways to make it work ✓ Start at the dog park trailhead✓ Choose a short out-and-back distance✓ Check the surface after wet weatherShow on map → Keach Park Capital Region 2 activities at this place 🌳 Flat loop walk and playground🧺 Shelter picnic and rest◐ Disability access: Some areasThe park has a flat walking loop, large playground, picnic shelter, and fields. Call Parks and Recreation to confirm accessible parking and restroom access.
Ways to make it work ✓ Walk part of the flat loop✓ Use benches and the picnic shelter✓ Visit one area at a timeShow on map → Kiwanis Waterfront Park Capital Region 2 activities at this place 🚣 River and boat watching🌊 Riverside walk and picnic◐ Disability access: Some areasThe riverfront park has a short walking trail with benches, picnic areas, and a skate park. Call Parks and Recreation to confirm accessible parking and the best flat route.
Ways to make it work ✓ Sit in a shaded spot✓ Bring water and sun protection✓ Stay as short or long as you likeShow on map → Lambert’s Park Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🛝 Inclusive swing and riverside visit🧺 Pavilion picnic and history stop◐ Disability access: Some areasTown records describe an ADA swing seat, accessible playground flooring, and an accessible pavilion. The river walkway, picnic area, and boat ramp may have different surfaces.
Ways to make it work ✓ Use the ADA swing seat if it works for you✓ Choose the pavilion for shade✓ Ask about the river path before goingShow on map → Livingston Park Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🦆 Dorrs Pond loop and park visit🦆 Dorrs Pond wildlife watch? Disability access: Ask firstThe city lists onsite parking and a walking trail, playground, fields, pool, and courts, but does not give detailed step-free route information. Call before your visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Use any of the onsite parking areas✓ Turn around before the full loop✓ Ask about boardwalk and trail conditionsShow on map → Pinnacle Park Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🥾 Pinnacle forest walk⛰️ Pinnacle summit view? Disability access: Ask firstThe route to the summit is a natural forest trail with an incline. Call the town about the parking area and current trail conditions before deciding whether it fits your needs.
Ways to make it work ✓ Review the trail before starting✓ Wear shoes for a natural surface✓ Turn around before the incline feels too hardShow on map → Piscataquog Trail Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🌉 Footbridge river view🚶 Paved riverside trail walk◐ Disability access: Some areasThe trail is a flat, paved, ten-foot-wide path good for walking and wheelchairs. Call Parks and Recreation to confirm the best accessible trailhead and parking.
Ways to make it work ✓ Stop at the footbridge to rest✓ Bring water and sun protection✓ Turn back whenever you likeShow on map → Rollins Park Capital Region 2 activities at this place 🧺 Gazebo and picnic stop🌳 Paved park walk and playground visit◐ Disability access: Some areasThe city says paved walking paths run throughout the park. Playground equipment, fields, pool areas, and seasonal facilities may have different access.
Ways to make it work ✓ Use the paved paths✓ Choose a quiet time✓ Bring food and seating support that work for youShow on map → Stark Park Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🏛️ John Stark statue and history visit🌳 Park walk and outdoor rest? Disability access: Ask firstThe park has open lawns, benches, paved areas, and a natural-surface trail network. Call Manchester Parks and Recreation to ask about the best parking and step-free route for your visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Choose one landmark to visit✓ Use photos or a short story before going✓ Ask about the easiest route to the statue or gravesiteShow on map → White Park Capital Region 2 activities at this place 💦 Pond walk and playground visit💦 Seasonal splash pad play◐ Disability access: Some areasThe park has walking trails, a playground, and a seasonal splash pad. Call Parks and Recreation to confirm the best step-free parking and route for the area you want.
Ways to make it work ✓ Choose the pond, playground, or splash pad✓ Plan a short route with a bench stop✓ Check seasonal facilities before goingShow on map → Executive Health & Sports Center Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🏊 Indoor pool swim or water movement? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a paid, large full-service club with weights, cardio, classes, courts, a track, and an indoor pool. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and the calmest, least-busy times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about pool access and adaptive equipment✓ Choose a quieter swim time✓ Use the shallow area and take breaksShow on map → Merrill Park Pool Capital Region 2 activities at this place 🏊 City pool swim or splash💦 Gentle water movement? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a seasonal outdoor city pool, free for Concord and Penacook residents with ID. Call Parks and Recreation to confirm accessible parking, pool entry, and quieter swim times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Choose a quieter open-swim time✓ Move in the shallow area✓ Take breaks poolsideShow on map → Raco-Theodore Pool Merrimack Valley 2 activities at this place 🏊 City pool swim or splash💧 Relaxed cool-off swim? Disability access: Ask firstThis is a seasonal outdoor city pool with lap and public swim times. Call Parks and Recreation to confirm accessible parking, pool entry, and the calmest swim times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Choose a quieter public-swim time✓ Move in the shallow area✓ Take breaks poolsideShow on map → Concord Family YMCA Capital Region Activity at this place 🏊 Welcoming wellness time at the Y◐ Disability access: Some areasThe YMCA welcomes all abilities with wellness, sports, and aquatics programs. Call ahead to confirm accessible entry, pool access, and any support you need.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about inclusive wellness or aquatics✓ Request a first-visit tour✓ Choose a quieter time of dayShow on map → YMCA of Downtown Manchester Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🤸 All-ages community center visit◐ Disability access: Some areasThe Granite YMCA runs adaptive programs and has ADA pool chairlifts. Call ahead to ask about adaptive gymnastics, pool access, and a tour before your first visit.
Ways to make it work ✓ Request a first-visit tour✓ Ask about community or adaptive programs✓ Use the ADA pool chairliftShow on map → Douglas N. Everett Arena Capital Region Activity at this place ⛸️ Public skate at Everett Arena◐ Disability access: Some areasThis city arena has accessible parking and public skate and roller-skate sessions. Call ahead to confirm the best entrance, rink-side seating, and skate aids or walkers on the ice.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about on-ice skate aids or walkers✓ Choose a quieter public-skate time✓ Take breaks at rink-side seatingShow on map → JFK Memorial Coliseum Merrimack Valley Activity at this place ⛸️ Public skate at JFK Coliseum? Disability access: Ask firstThis is an older city arena. Call Parks and Recreation before going to confirm the accessible entrance, seating, restroom, and any skate aids on the ice.
Ways to make it work ✓ Go during a quieter public-skate session✓ Ask about skate aids on the ice✓ Bring a support person and take breaksShow on map → West Side Ice Arena Merrimack Valley Activity at this place 🏒 Quiet skate at West Side Arena◐ Disability access: Some areasThe arena was updated for handicap accessibility. Call ahead to confirm accessible parking, entrance, and rink-side space, and to ask about quieter stick-and-puck or rental times.
Ways to make it work ✓ Ask about quieter stick-and-puck or rental times✓ Use rink-side space for breaks✓ Bring your own supports or skate aidsShow on map → YOUR ACTIVITY MAP New Hampshire location guide
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