Dana Meeting House

Jeff Warner’s “Music in My Pockets” Presentation

Bring the whole family to Jeff Warner's "Music in My Pockets" Presentation on Sunday, August 2nd, from 4 - 5:30 PM at the Dana Meeting House! Singing games, accessible "pocket instruments" like spoons and dancing puppets, tall tales, funny songs, old songs and songs kids teach each other in the playground-all "traditional" in that they have been passed down the generations by word of mouth-will be seen, heard and learned. We will revisit 1850 or 1910 in a New England town, with families gathered around the kitchen hearth, participating in timeless, hearty entertainment: a glimpse into how America amused itself before electricity. This program is recommended for adults and children ages 6 and above.

Jeff Warner’s “Music in My Pockets” PresentationThom Smith2026-04-25T14:49:55-04:00

5th Annual Lighting of the Tree and Carol Sing

You are warmly invited to our Annual Tree Lighting and Caroling Event at the beloved Dana Meeting House in New Hampton, NH, on Sunday, December 7th, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Gather with friends and neighbors as we usher in the holiday season with the glow of twinkling lights, the joy of timeless carols, and the spirit of community. Step into the charm of this historic setting, sip something warm, and sing along as we celebrate the magic of the season together. A festive tradition for all ages—come share the light!

5th Annual Lighting of the Tree and Carol SingThom Smith2025-05-24T10:02:45-04:00

Memorial Day Service & Bell-Ringing

Dana Meeting House will host a Memorial Day Service with Rev. Campbell Lovett of Holderness. Rev. Lovett will lead a meditation and prayer service. He will incorporate prayer, song, scripture and meditation. This is a unique opportunity to sit in stillness in your own antique “sheep pen” pew and reflect on this somber holiday. It is a time of reflection and gratitude to pay tribute to all those who fought, and died, for our freedom. We hope you will join us for this special and first event of 2025 at the Dana Meeting House. Following the Service there will be a bell ringing for Veterans from New Hampton.

Memorial Day Service & Bell-RingingThom Smith2025-05-24T08:04:50-04:00

Pictures on the Wall: An Old Home Day Message

The following message was delivered at the Dana Meeting House for New Hampton's Old Home Day Service on August 11th, 2024, by Tom Smith, founder of the Dana Meeting House Association: Many of you are probably wondering why I am standing in this pulpit. I am not a preacher, or a student of the Bible. However, the seven men I will be speaking about were. They accepted the call from God to teach the Gospel to our forefathers. Most speakers begin with an old story, so here goes: One day a young man decided to take his small boat for a little voyage in the ocean. Unfortunately, he fell asleep while floating in the calm sea. He was awoken by a sudden squall and realized that he had floated far out to sea. He then found that his motor had run out of gas, and his oars had been washed overboard. Knowing that he was in trouble, he turned to God asking him to come rescue him. A few minutes later, a large cargo ship passed by and offered to help him. His reply was “No,” that God will come and save him, so they sailed on. Shortly after that, a Coast Guard helicopter hovered overhead and called out that they would lower a rope down to rescue him. Once again, his answer was the same and turned them away saying that God would come rescue him. After hours of waiting, he cried out to God, “Why haven't you come to [...]

Pictures on the Wall: An Old Home Day MessageThom Smith2024-10-05T11:02:23-04:00