Canterbury Shaker Village Byway in New Hampshire State

Canterbury Shaker Village Byway

A great trip for history lovers, this 12-mile byway travels through Canturbury Shaker, a historic village that dates back to 1792.

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Canterbury Shaker Village Byway Details

A great trip for history lovers, this 12-mile byway travels through Canturbury Shaker, a historic village that dates back to 1792. It is one of the best-preserved Shaker villages in the country. As you drive through the village, you will see 25 original buildings including a schoolhouse, a barn, and an infirmary. After visiting the historic village, you can head to the center of downtown Canterbury, which has a public library, store, church, and even a town hall that dates back to the early 1700s.

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