Culture & Creativity

Spring is a season of creativity and renewal, and MUD invites you to Make Unique Discoveries through art, culture, and hands-on experiences. From gallery walks and live performances to craft workshops and maker events, this is the perfect time to slow down, learn something new, and connect with local talent. Discover cultural outings, immersive workshops, and seasonal experiences that showcase New Hampshire’s creative side.

Currier Museum of Art, Manchester
Bloom: A Floral Palette
 March 12-15, 2026
See the Currier come to life with floral arrangements designed by members of the New Hampshire Federation of Garden Clubs in conversation with museum masterpieces. Then, keep exploring with art-making rooted in nature, unique guided tour experiences, and a celebration of the season at the Bloom Bash!


SEH Studios Art Gallery, Dover
Stained Glass Workshop: Bee Plant Stake
March 14, 2026
Enjoy a guided step-by-step workshop to create a 4x3 stained-glass bee on a metal stake at SEH Studios Art Gallery. This beginner‑friendly, small‑group workshop provides all materials, teaches the final stages of the Tiffany method, and ensures you leave with a finished piece the same day.


Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Pinkham Notch
International Dinner & Adventure Series: Indonesia
March 15, 2026
Join nature photographer Carly Hodes on March 15th for a virtual journey through Indonesia’s volcanic trails, dramatic cliffs, vibrant reefs, and rich cultural sites. She’ll share her stories, photos, and tips from encounters with wildlife, temples, and breathtaking landscapes across this extraordinary destination.


Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Pinkham Notch
International Dinner & Adventure Series: Slovenia & Germany
March 18, 2026
From January through March, enjoy Wednesday evenings featuring a four‑course meal and a travel presentation, including a March 18 virtual journey through Slovenia and Germany with AMC’s Alison Mendonca. Reservations are required by phone, with member and non‑member pricing available, and guests can stay overnight at Joe Dodge Lodge for a discounted rate plus a Great Glen Trails voucher.


Aplomb Art Café and Gallery, Dover
Modern Mud Mirror Making
March-April 2026
During Mud Season, we are offering a special café table experience that invites you to slow down and create a modern mud mirror artwork inspired by Lippan Kaam, a traditional clay and mirror art form from the Kutch region of Gujarat, India. Using air-dry clay, mirrors, and acrylic paint, you will build pattern, texture, and reflection into your own 12-inch piece. You will be encouraged to work intuitively, use repetition as a grounding tool, and allow your design to emerge slowly. No prior art experience is needed. This offering is designed to be accessible, calm, and trauma-informed, with space for conversation or quiet focus. All materials are included, and you will have a ready-to-hang work to take home for $42 per person.

The Flower Room, Dover
Spring Floral Design Class to Celebrate Dan Lawton's Book: The Green House
April 16, 2026
Celebrate spring with a relaxed Spring Floral Design Class inspired by Dan Lawton’s book The Green House, where participants will create a take-home floral arrangement using flowers featured in the book. The casual, all-levels workshop provides all materials and invites guests to bring snacks and enjoy a fun evening of creativity and learning.

America's Stonehenge, Salem
Spring Guided Tours
April 25 & May 2, 2026
A one-hour guided tour of America's Stonehenge will lead visitors through the historic site and ancient landscape. The museum's curator will point out little-known features of the site while discussing the property's fascinating history and the modern archaeology that is being used to discover it.


Portsmouth Historical Society, Portsmouth
Betty & Barney Exhibition
April – November 2026
This workshop series explores the story of Betty and Barney Hill, whose famed 1961 White Mountains encounter became a landmark in pop culture while overshadowing their deeper legacy as Portsmouth residents, civil rights advocates, and community leaders. The programs highlight both their extraordinary experience and their often‑overlooked impact on local and national history.


The Art Center, Dover
Spring Exhibits
Spring 2026
Located in Dover’s historic Washington Street Mill, The Art Center is a 9,000‑square‑foot hub featuring gallery spaces, working studios, resident artists, classes, and a curated Collector’s Corner of investment-quality art. Visitors can explore diverse exhibitions, meet artists and participate in workshops while seasonal shows running throughout Spring and Summer.

SEH Studios Art Gallery, Dover
Painting Lessons
Spring 2026
Painting lessons offered to all ages suited to the desires and capacities of the student. Students will create a special painting of their own to take home or gift. Students can work from their own personal photo or a studio-supplied image.

MysteryNH, Conway
Escape Room Game Show Experience
Spring 2026
The all new White Mountain Game Show brings a uniquely engaging, fully hosted big-time game show experience to the heart of the Mount Washington Valley! Packed with fast-paced challenges, trivia, music, and laugh-out-loud moments, it’s perfect for families, friends, parties, corporate events, team building, and celebrations of every kind. Step into the spotlight and see if your team has what it takes to claim victory!

League of NH Craftsmen, Littleton
The Beauty of Mud: An Exhibition of Fine Craft Pottery, Littleton
Spring 2026
Discover clay transformed — where earth, fire, and skilled hands come together in a celebration of form, texture, and artistry at the League of NH Craftsmen.