Discover Whitingham

Whitingham offers several ways to shape your stay: the historic center of Whitingham Village, insights into local history, and activities around Harriman Reservoir. If you’re looking for a hotel in Whitingham, these themes can help you decide what to focus on during your trip. Depending on your interests, historic buildings and events may be just as appealing as the lake, recreational trail, and park.

Historic Village Center and Local History

In the center of Whitingham Village, the Whitingham Historical Society Museum is located in Green Mountain Hall. The No. 9 Schoolhouse is right next to the hall. The museum’s collection includes handmade 19th-century agricultural tools. They provide a tangible connection to the history of farming in Whitingham.

The Whitingham Village Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. It includes commercial, institutional, agricultural, and residential buildings dating from 1840 to 1950, which make up the center of Whitingham Village. You can take a historic tour of Whitingham by bicycle or car, making local history an option to include in your trip plans.

History Programs and Old Home Week

The Whitingham Historical Society holds public history programs three times a year, in April, July, and October. Specific dates may vary by season; check before your trip if you’d like to attend a program. These are separate from the Historical Society’s scheduled visiting hours: Sundays in July and August, from 2 to 4 p.m. As these visiting hours are seasonal, you should check them before setting out.

A distinct Whitingham tradition is Old Home Week, held every ten years as a celebration of local heritage. The program includes parades, music, exhibits, fireworks, and a community dance; individual events may vary from one edition to the next. If you’d like to plan your trip around Old Home Week, check the specific event dates and program.

Lake, Recreational Trail, and Scenery

Harriman Reservoir in Whitingham is an eight-mile-long lake. Boating, fishing, and swimming are among the activities available there. The reservoir is therefore an option for travelers who want to spend some time by the water during their stay; each of the three activities offers a different focus.

The Catamount Trail passes through Whitingham. Harriman Dam is considered the best access point to the trail. As access may change with seasonal conditions, check the current situation before setting out.

In western Whitingham lies the Green Mountain Giant, a glacial erratic of particular geological interest. It may be the largest glacial erratic of its kind in New England. The view of Sadawga Lake is also one of Whitingham’s especially noteworthy scenic assets. These two places offer different points of interest: geological interest in a single boulder, and views of a lake.

Park and Other Attractions

Town Hill Common is a park in Whitingham with play equipment, a ball field, and picnic areas. The different facilities let you choose between play, ball games, and a picnic break when planning your visit.

Another attraction in Whitingham is the Glory Hole on Dam Road. Along with the historic village center, the reservoir, and the Catamount Trail, it adds to the range of things you can consider when planning your stay.

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