06/10/2026
Two Events Celebrating History
Saturday, June 13, 2026
On Saturday, June 13, the Leach Library and the Londonderry Historical Society will each host an event dedicated to learning more about the ways that the past surrounds us every day. Attend one or both!
Discovering Stone Walls with Kevin Gardner
Date: June 13, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Moose Hill Council Chambers, Londonderry Town Hall, 268B Mammoth Road
Details
Why are we so fascinated with stone walls? Kevin Gardner, author of The Granite Kiss, explains how and why New England came to acquire its thousands of miles of stone walls, the ways that they and other dry-stone structures were built, how their styles emerged and changed over time, and their significance to the famous New England landscape. Along the way, Kevin occupies himself building a miniature wall or walls on a tabletop, using tiny stones from a five-gallon bucket. This program has been generously cosponsored by the Londonderry Historical Society.
Please visit the Leach Library event registration page sign up to attend: https://londonderrynh.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/discovering-new-england-stone-walls-with-kevin-gardner/
This event is free and open to the public.
6th Annual Antiques Appraisal Day
Date: June 13, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Parmenter Barn, Londonderry Historical Society, 140 Pillsbury Road
Details
Be sure to gather your treasures for this can't-miss event! Returning for his 6th year, Daniel F. Reidy is an experienced appraiser, antiques dealer, and auctioneer with over 35 years in the field. He owns Discerning Eye, an estate appraisal and disposition planning business located in Warner, NH.
Item pre-registration begins at 12:30 PM, followed by appraisals from 1:00–3:00 PM. The cost is $10 per item, or 3 items for $25, but coming to check out all the treasures is FREE. All types of items are welcome; exceptionally large items may be evaluated using clear photographs. A dolly or hand truck will be available to assist with transporting items. Enjoy refreshments during your visit! Advance registration not required.