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Expanding Play-Based Learning in 2026

Expanding Play-Based Learning in 2026

by Neva Cole | Jan 21, 2026 | Child Development, Enriching Experiences, In the News, Kindergarten Readiness, Learning, Outreach, Play Based Learning

The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire (CMNH) is excited to share that they have been awarded two grants this month to support the expansion of their Play-Based Learning educational outreach programming.  A grant from the Dobles Foundation has been awarded to fund...
Grant to Help Refurbish One World Multicultural Exhibits

Grant to Help Refurbish One World Multicultural Exhibits

by Neva Cole | Dec 17, 2025 | CMNH Staff, Exhibits, In the News

The Roger R. and Theresa S. Thompson Endowment Fund announces the awarding of $123,000 in grants to six non-profit organizations in New Hampshire and Maine: Berwick Academy, Children’s Museum of NH, Pine Tree Society, Crotched Mountain Rehabilitation Center, Future In...
Children’s Museum of NH Receives CDFA Tax Credits

Children’s Museum of NH Receives CDFA Tax Credits

by Neva Cole | Jun 27, 2025 | Exhibits, Fundraising, In the News

The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire (CMNH) is excited to share that they have been awarded $200,000 in Tax Credits from the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). On June 17th, CDFA awarded 21 nonprofits a total of $6.6 million in tax credit...

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