Upcoming events
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
4th of July Fresh Floral Centerpiece Workshop
In this fun, interactive class, you'll learn about cut flower care and will create a beautiful 4th of July patriotic centerpiece for your home or as a gift.
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Kids in the Park
Kids in the Park
IMPACT Theater - The Adventures of Snow White
A young Princess must escape the clutches of her stepmother, the evil Queen, who will not rest until she is the fairest of them all. With a little help from a not-so-little Dwarf, she begins her new life away from the castle, but the Queen might have a few more tricks up her sleeve!
Tiny Artists
After the show, join Tiny Artists, sparking kids’ creativity through fun, hands-on exploration!
Kids in the Park is free for children and families. Large groups, please call ahead so we can plan accordingly.
In Collaboration with IMPACT Theater
Presented by the Belknap Mill, Children’s Fund, & IOOF
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Kids in the Park - Dancing!
Kids in the Park: Dancing with Dancing Feet Studios
🎶🪩 We’re thrilled to welcome Dancing Feet Studios on Wednesday, July 8, from 10–11 AM for a fun-filled dancing adventure with the kiddos! Little ones will have a blast learning new moves, expressing themselves through music, and burning off energy in an exciting, upbeat environment.
Afterwards, join Art with Ari for an hour of kids’ crafts and even more creativity! 🎨
Free for all families to attend!
Thank you to Children’s Fund and IOOF for sponsoring Kids in the Park 2026. 💙
Kids in the Park
Kids in the Park
IMPACT Theater - Hansel & Gretel
An amateur brother-and-sister team of explorers have come across a lot of unusual things in their young lives, but nothing compares to a house made entirely out of candy! But just who is the impressive architect behind this tasty piece of art, and what secret are they hiding within its sweet and sugary walls?
Tiny Artists
After the show, join Tiny Artists, sparking kids’ creativity through fun, hands-on exploration!
Decorate your very own candy house!
Kids in the Park is free for children and families. Large groups, please call ahead so we can plan accordingly.
In Collaboration with IMPACT Theater
Presented by the Belknap Mill, Children’s Fund, & IOOF
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Kids in the Park - Lakes 101.5!
Kids in the Park: Lakes 101.5 with Heather Bishop
🎙️📻 We’re excited to welcome Lakes 101.5 Radio with Heather Bishop on Wednesday, July 15, from 10–11 AM for a lively, interactive morning with the kiddos! Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the world of radio, enjoy fun activities, and maybe even hear some familiar voices on the air. It’s a unique, engaging experience full of energy and excitement!
Afterwards, join Art with Ari for an hour of kids’ crafts and even more creativity! 🎨
Free for all families to attend!
Thank you to Children’s Fund and IOOF for sponsoring Kids in the Park 2026. 💙
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Beginner Crochet Workshop
An introduction to crochet for beginners. Participants will learn basic stitches, including chain and single crochet, how to hold a hook and yarn, and complete a small project such as a coaster or simple accessory. Designed to be approachable and hands-on with guidance throughout.
Kids in the Park
Kids in the Park
IMPACT Theater - Pinocchio
A lonely puppet maker’s wish comes true when a blue fairy brings one of his puppets to life. In a world full of wicked temptations and sneaky tricksters, the young puppet learns that a little white lie can get you into big trouble, and becoming a real boy means putting others first.
Tiny Artists
After the show, join Tiny Artists, sparking kids’ creativity through fun, hands-on exploration!
Kids in the Park is free for children and families. Large groups please call ahead so we can plan accordingly.
In Collaboration with IMPACT Theater
Presented by the Belknap Mill, Children’s Fund, & IOOF
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Kids in the Park - Bubbles!
Kids in the Park: Bubbles with the Belknap Mill
🫧✨ Get ready for a bubbly good time! Join us on Wednesday, July 22 from 10–11 AM for a fun-filled bubble extravaganza with the kiddos. Little ones will delight in chasing, popping, and playing with bubbles of all shapes and sizes—perfect for laughter, movement, and a little outdoor magic!
Afterwards, join Art with Ari for an hour of kids’ crafts and even more creativity! 🎨
Free for all families to attend!
Thank you to Children’s Fund and IOOF for sponsoring Kids in the Park 2026. 💙
Muffin Basket Workshop
Come and weave your own sturdy and beautiful basket—perfect for carrying fresh muffins or cookies or gathering eggs from your hens . This hands-on class will guide you step by step in creating a functional basket that’s as practical as it is charming. You’ll leave with a finished piece you can put to use right away!
Kids in the Park
Kids in the Park
IMPACT Theater - The Little Mermaid
Under the sea magic follows a young mermaid as she looks to discover a world beyond the ocean walls. With the help of an evil sea witch, she is able to cast off her fins for feet, but she might be in over her head when she realizes the sea witch’s true intentions!
Tiny Artists
After the show, join Tiny Artists, sparking kids’ creativity through fun, hands-on exploration!
Kids in the Park is free for children and families. Large groups please call ahead so we can plan accordingly.
In Collaboration with IMPACT Theater
Presented by the Belknap Mill, Children’s Fund, & IOOF
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Kids in the Park - Safety Day!
Kids in the Park: Safety Day with LFD and LRSR
🚒⛰️ Join us for an exciting Safety Day with the Laconia Fire Department and Lakes Region Search and Rescue! Kids will get a hands-on look at the important work these local heroes do, explore equipment, and learn simple, important safety tips in a fun and engaging way. It’s a great chance to meet the teams who help keep our community safe!
Afterwards, join Art with Ari for an hour of kids’ crafts and even more creativity! 🎨
Free for all families to attend!
Thank you to Children’s Fund and IOOF for sponsoring Kids in the Park 2026. 💙
Kids in the Park
Kids in the Park
IMPACT Theater - Return to Oz
Dorothy returns to the magic land in hopes of finding her friends once again, but somehow the Emerald City has lost its sparkle, and a new witch is in town who's ready to rumble. While magic powers and flying monkeys can seem scary, friendship always wins in the magic land of Oz.
Tiny Artists
After the show, join Tiny Artists, sparking kids’ creativity through fun, hands-on exploration!
Kids in the Park is free for children and families. Large groups, please call ahead so we can plan accordingly.
In Collaboration with IMPACT Theater
Presented by the Belknap Mill, Children’s Fund, & IOOF
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Kids in the Park - Robots!
Kids in the Park: Robots with Lakerbots
🤖⚙️ Get ready for some high-tech fun with the LakerBots on Wednesday, August 5, from 10–11 AM! Kiddos will love exploring the exciting world of robotics, seeing cool robots in action, and learning how technology comes to life in a fun, hands-on way. It’s an interactive, curiosity-sparking experience you won’t want to miss!
Afterwards, join Art with Ari for an hour of kids’ crafts and even more creativity! 🎨
Free for all families to attend!
Thank you to Children’s Fund and IOOF for sponsoring Kids in the Park 2026. 💙
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Harvest Basket Workshop
Come and weave your own sturdy and beautiful basket—perfect for carrying fresh garden harvests or for storing toys, books, and more around the home. This hands-on class will guide you step by step in creating a functional basket that’s as practical as it is charming. You’ll leave with a finished piece you can put to use right away! Participants are asked to bring a hand towel.
Kids in the Park
Kids in the Park
IMPACT Theater - Little Red Riding Hood
Little Red must make an important delivery to her Granny who is sick in bed, but that will require going over the river and through the woods. As long as she follows Mother’s directions and heeds the warning of three little previous victims, then it should be nothing more than a howling good time!
Tiny Artists
After the show, join Tiny Artists, sparking kids’ creativity through fun, hands-on exploration!
Kids in the Park is free for children and families. Large groups please call ahead so we can plan accordingly.
In Collaboration with IMPACT Theater
Presented by the Belknap Mill, Children’s Fund, & IOOF
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Kids in the Park - Boxing!
Kids in the Park: Robots with Lakerbots
🥊🔥 Join us for an exciting boxing session with Vale Tudo on Wednesday, August 12, from 10–11 AM! Kids will enjoy an energetic, beginner-friendly introduction to boxing—building confidence, coordination, and having a blast while staying active. It’s a fun, empowering way to try something new!
Afterwards, join Art with Ari for an hour of kids’ crafts and even more creativity! 🎨
Free for all families to attend!
Thank you to Children’s Fund and IOOF for sponsoring Kids in the Park 2026. 💙
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Macramé Plant Hanger Workshop
A beginner-friendly macramé class focused on creating a functional plant hanger. Participants will learn foundational knots and leave with a finished piece.
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Berry Picking Basket Workshop
Learn one of the oldest crafts, basket weaving, as you create your own beautiful and functional berry basket from natural reed.
Come learn the art of basketry. We'll be creating a berry picking basket. Just in time for berry picking season!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Needle Felted Bluebird Workshop
A beginner-friendly introduction to needle felting, where participants learn core wool sculpting techniques while creating a small sitting bluebird for spring display. The class covers tools, needles, felting surfaces, and wool types, along with shaping, color blending, and surface felting techniques.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Central NH Writers' Group
Connect with fellow writers in a relaxed gathering to share what you’re working on, what you’re reading, your submission goals, and whatever else inspires your creative journey!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme - Learn About Culinary Herbs and Plant Your Own Mini-Planter Work
An introduction to growing and using common herbs, highlighting their versatility for cooking, teas, remedies, and decorative uses. Participants will select and plant their own mini herb garden, with additional herbs available for purchase for home planting.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Lean Into Edible Gardening Class - Baby Steps to Growing Your Own Food
An overview of how to integrate edible and ornamental plants into gardens using raised beds, containers, and in-ground methods, with an introduction to companion planting, edible flowers, and resource recommendations.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
James Cryan Opening Gallery Reception
We’re excited to welcome James Cryan to the Mill as he showcases his work in our Riverside Gallery! Join us for his opening gallery reception on Friday, April 3rd from 5:30–7 PM during First Friday! This retrospective celebrates the life and work of James Cryan — a photographer whose images reflect curiosity, reflection, and a lifelong engagement with the landscapes and people of the world. In many ways, Cryan is a modern Renaissance man. Educated in English Literature, he has always been drawn to stories — whether told through words, memory, or images. Photography became the medium through which he learned to translate experience into visual narrative. “A Lifetime Behind the Lens” invites viewers to slow down and see as Cryan does — with attentiveness, humility, and wonder. Through landscapes, light, and moments of place, his photographs remind us that the act of looking closely can be both an artistic pursuit and a way of understanding the world.
Free First Friday
Spend your Friday at the Belknap Mill with free museum admission all day. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, it’s a great chance to explore the Mill and connect with local history.
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Feather a Nest Air Dry Clay Workshop
Learn the basics of handbuilding with air-dry clay and take home your own cheerful spring bird and nest. Air dry clay is a versatile and affordable clay option, which will allow us to explore pinch pots, coil building, natural textures, slump molds, and more! You'll leave with a clay creation that will need to dry for several days before you can apply the surface treatment of your own choosing at home. We will share examples and recommendations for paints, washes, and other finishing options that you can explore on your own.
Feel free to bring your own natural inspirations, such as twigs, feathers, nests, or leaves!
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Annual Meeting
We’re looking ahead to an exciting year at the Belknap Mill - and we’d love for you to be part of it!
Our 2026 Annual Meeting is a chance to reflect on all we’ve accomplished, share what’s ahead, and shape the future of this historic community space together. Whether you’re a longtime member or newly interested in getting involved, we'd love to see you here!
RSVP and learn more at belknapmill.org
Fiber Arts Group
Gather with fellow fiber lovers to stitch, spin, crochet, knit, sew, and share. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space where creativity and conversation flow!
Indoor Growing with Microgreens Workshop - Nutritious Food in a Small Space
Learn the basics of growing microgreens indoors, including the different types and simple methods using trays, soil, and seeds. Participants will grow up to four varieties of microgreens to take home, along with instructions for continued growing.