PORTSMOUTH—
Get an early start on the fall season at the Jackson Hill Cider Day, held Saturday, September 10 from noon to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Jackson House, the oldest house in northern New England. This early fall festival will celebrate all things apple-related, under the fruit-laden branches of the Jackson House’s historic orchard.
Activities and games for kids, like bobbing for apples and apple matching, music, and refreshments will be offered along with cider pressing and spinning demonstrations. Local craftsmen and artisans will also be on-hand and tours of the c. 1664 historic house will be available. New this year, the New Hampshire Theater Project will be presenting several classic “apple stories” from across the centuries. River Run Bookstore is supporting the event by offering a number of season-inspired books for sale, and local group Reaganta will be playing in the orchard throughout the afternoon. Artist and illustrator Leona Hosack will also be available to cut silhouette portraits.
“Jackson Hill Cider Day has become a favorite fall tradition for so many people in the area,” said Regional Site Manager Craig Tuminaro. “It will be a great day to relax, have some fun, and celebrate the start of the harvest season while also learning a little bit about one of Portsmouth’s oldest treasures.”
The Jackson House is located at 76 Northwest Street, along the north shore of the North Mill Pond. The event is free to members of Historic New England, $6 for nonmembers, and $3 for children. Advance tickets may be purchased by calling 603-436-3205 or by visiting the Events page at www.HistoricNewEngland.org. For more information please call (603) 436-3205, email ctuminaro@historicnewengland.org or visit our website at www.HistoricNewEngland.org.
Photo caption: Jackson Hill Cider Day will take place this year on Saturday, September 10 in Portsmouth. (Photo courtesy Historic New England)
Get an early start on the fall season at the Jackson Hill Cider Day, held Saturday, September 10 from noon to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Jackson House, the oldest house in northern New England. This early fall festival will celebrate all things apple-related, under the fruit-laden branches of the Jackson House’s historic orchard.
Activities and games for kids, like bobbing for apples and apple matching, music, and refreshments will be offered along with cider pressing and spinning demonstrations. Local craftsmen and artisans will also be on-hand and tours of the c. 1664 historic house will be available. New this year, the New Hampshire Theater Project will be presenting several classic “apple stories” from across the centuries. River Run Bookstore is supporting the event by offering a number of season-inspired books for sale, and local group Reaganta will be playing in the orchard throughout the afternoon. Artist and illustrator Leona Hosack will also be available to cut silhouette portraits.
“Jackson Hill Cider Day has become a favorite fall tradition for so many people in the area,” said Regional Site Manager Craig Tuminaro. “It will be a great day to relax, have some fun, and celebrate the start of the harvest season while also learning a little bit about one of Portsmouth’s oldest treasures.”
The Jackson House is located at 76 Northwest Street, along the north shore of the North Mill Pond. The event is free to members of Historic New England, $6 for nonmembers, and $3 for children. Advance tickets may be purchased by calling 603-436-3205 or by visiting the Events page at www.HistoricNewEngland.org. For more information please call (603) 436-3205, email ctuminaro@historicnewengland.org or visit our website at www.HistoricNewEngland.org.
Photo caption: Jackson Hill Cider Day will take place this year on Saturday, September 10 in Portsmouth. (Photo courtesy Historic New England)
