Built in the Greek Revival style; restored to provide an introduction to mid-19th century living; local history museum. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Thomas Avery House. Tour time: 45 to 60 minutes

This beautiful, gently sloping, soft sandy beach, picnic areas, train watching, diverse trail systems and salt marsh viewing platforms make this park ideal for the entire family. Try crabbing or fishing. Look for ospreys, cranes, and herons or other waterfowl. The campground offers 160 sires both open and wooded setting. The camping season begins in May and ends September 20. Other amenities: Concessions, Dining Nearby, Parking

Beautiful course situated on picturesque farmland originally inhabited by the Tamtashua Indians and later the Mallet family of Trumbull. This 27-hole facility features an original par 72 golf course stretching 6,540 yards from the championship tees that is sure to challenge beginners and accomplished golfers alike. The original 18-hole layout was built in 1976 by golf architect Al Zikorus. An additional 9-hole layout, designed and supervised by noted golf architect Michael Zikorus (Al’s son), was completed in 2004. The course also features two putting greens, a chipping green, full parctive

Eastwood Country Club offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Eastwood Country Club difficult yet friendly, and the staff can offer tips and tricks for playing your best round. Eastwood Country Club is a terrific choice for your regular rounds of golf or a new destination for you and friends when visiting. While Eastwood Country Club is open to the public, we offer memberships that are guaranteed to fit into your budget. Bring your friends and your family and come have a great time with us! Type of Course: Public, Total

Local historical artifacts located in the former Cheney School, includes Pitkin Glass Works, Cheney Brothers Silk Mills, Bon Ami Soap Company, military display, Spencer Rifle, Manchester Sports Hall of Fame, research and genealogy resources, and museum store. Tour time: 45 minutes Other amenities: Dining Nearby, Gift Shop

Located in turn-of-the-20th-century firehouse with hand- and horse-pulled firefighting equipment, 1860 steam fire engine, 1915 water tower, antique firefighting items, reference library, gift shop. Tour time: 1 to 1.5 hours

The Hungerford Nature Center provides science and environmental programs, special events, interactive STEAM exhibits, a playground, a pond, 27 acres of forested habitat with walking trails and is home to a variety of domestic and wild animals.

Only museum showing America on parade, from the Revolutionary War to the present. Exhibits show the development of music, uniforms, instruments, and related items from 18th-century military, civilian drum corps. Tour time: 60-75 minutes

The gold-domed marble and granite Victorian Gothic building, opened in 1878, is adorned with spires, statues, medallions, bas-reliefs, stained glass, and stenciling. It houses working government offices including the legislative chambers and the Governor’s office. Historic displays include the 18-foot tall Genius statue that once topped the dome, a replica of the Liberty Bell, a statue of Revolutionary War hero Nathan Hale, Israel Putnam’s tombstone, the Marquis de Lafayette’s camp bed, a model of Civil War Admiral David G. Farragut’s flagship Hartford and the wooden figurehead from the

Founded in 1975, Real Art Ways is one of the country's early alternative arts spaces. Presenting and producing new and innovative work by emerging and established artists, and serves as a crucial connection for audiences and artists regionally, nationally, and internationally. Real Art Ways is an intersection of people, art, and ideas. Offering daily cinema screenings and the galleries are open six days a week. Programming covers a broad range of cultural activities including visual arts exhibitions, concerts, literary readings, education and family programs, public art, social events, and