May 12, 2023

1 On Exhibit: Henry W. Herrick

2 31st Annual Historic Preservation Awards

3 American Girl Civil War Tea Party

4 MHA Names New Board Members

5 Manchester Trivia Questions

Now on Exhibit:

“Henry W. Herrick: Manchester’s Most Versatile Artist”

The Millyard Museum's current featured exhibit showcases the works of artist and illustrator Henry W. Herrick.

Henry W. Herrick (1824-1906) was a talented wood engraver, book illustrator, and watercolorist. After spending his childhood in New Hampshire, Herrick began his career as an artist in New York, working for several prominent publishers and teaching at the School of Design for Women. In 1865, he returned to Manchester where he continued to work as a designer and engraver and took up the art of watercolor. This exhibition features many of his works from throughout his long and illustrious career.

On exhibit through September 30, 2023 - included with regular admission

31st Annual Historic Preservation Awards

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Saint Anselm College

5:00 p.m.

Join us in less than two weeks for the 31st Annual Historic Preservation Awards on Tuesday, May 23 at Saint Anselm College.

The Historic Preservation Awards program recognizes and supports the efforts of individuals, businesses and organizations who have made significant contributions to the preservation of buildings, neighborhoods, traditions and other historic resources in the Queen City. For over 30 years, more than 230 recipients have been recognized for a wide variety of preservation efforts in 40 different categories. This annual event has become the MHA’s largest fundraiser to support its non-profit mission of collecting, preserving and sharing the history of Manchester.

We are pleased to announce the following recipients who will be honored at this year's event:

Homeowner’s Award: Michael and Lynn Murphy for their home at 1053 River Road

Adaptive Reuse Award: Linda Murphy of Bare Knuckle Murphy’s Boxing for 163 Lake Avenue

Restoration of a City Landmark Award: City of Manchester for the Civil War Memorial at Veterans Park

Stewardship Award: Grace Episcopal Church for Grace House at 98 Lowell Street

Lifetime Achievement Award: Justine "Brownie" Gengras      

Tickets are still available and can be purchased here.

Thank you to our lead sponsor of the event:

RBC Wealth Management - the Boulanger Wealth Management Group



American Girl Civil War Tea Party

Saturday, June 3, 2023

11:00 a.m.

The Millyard Museum presents an American Girl Doll Civil War Tea, inspired by Addie Walker. Guests will enjoy Civil War inspired crafts, treats, and stories. Bring your doll and join us for this special program!

Click here to register

All children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Manchester Historic Association Names Four New Board Members at Annual Meeting

The members of the Manchester Historic Association recently voted to approve four new board members at the MHA’s Annual Meeting.

Ami D’Amelio is the CEO & President of Just Flow Events & Marketing, a versatile boutique firm in the Greater Manchester area. With over 25 years of sales and marketing experience, Ami is well-versed in interactive media, traditional print and promotional products, social media and event planning. Ami has served on the boards of Council on Fundraising (CONFR), Friends of CHaD, Manchester Rotary Club, New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility (NHBSR), Southern NH Women’s Business Network, and most recently, the American Red Cross NH and VT Chapter.  She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana.

Michael Duffy is a long time member and volunteer with the Manchester Historic Association. His internship at the MHA in the 1980s helped to convince him to settle in Manchester and purchase an historic home in Manchester. Michael’s work has always been in and around historic buildings. In the 1980s and 90s, he worked for a team of restoration contractors in Portsmouth, traveling all over New England rebuilding old houses and other buildings. Michael serves as a director and secretary with the NH Preservation Alliance and is a member of the board of directors of the Sanborn Mills Farm in Loudon. 

Patricia Meyers is a long-time member and supporter of the Manchester Historic Association and has served for many years as a trustee. She is an advocate for historic preservation and has served as board chair of the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance and was honored with the John Grossman preservation achievement award from Portsmouth Advocates. She has given years of service to many nonprofit boards, including the New Hampshire Historical Society, the Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden and Strawbery Banke Museum.  Pat is the former executive director of education, health and human service organizations in Washington, D.C., and also served on the Peace Corps staff there in the 1960s.

Peter Richard is the General Manager of XMA Corporation, a manufacturer of high technology components. Peter earned a B.S. in Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. He serves as the Past President of the Manchester Area Human Resources Association (MAHRA) and is also active with the Webster House Children’s Home, Manchester Heritage Commission, NH Tech Alliance, Business and Industry Association, The Palace Theatre, and the Council on International Educational Exchange. 

 

Last Month's Trivia Question: What year was the Manchester Drive-In Theater on South Willow Street torn down?

ANSWER: The Manchester Drive-In Theater was torn down in 1970. The popular theater opened in 1949 on South Willow Street, and it had a famous address: 777 South Willow, which later used that address for a night club which was located in the same area. 

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This Month's Trivia Question: What plentiful food from the early days of Derryfield was called “Derryfield Beef”?

The answer will appear in next month's newsletter.