Things to Do at The Rocks

The gift shop at The Rocks.

Gift Shop

Visit the gift shop at The Rocks, located in the historic Carriage Barn and open Tuesday-Saturday 10 AM-4 PM. 

A couple has a picnic at The Rocks with their dog.

Picnics at The Rocks (seasonal)

In partnership with the Littleton Food Co-op, we offer made-to-order artisan picnics.

Attendees of a film screening sit waiting for it to begin.

Events at The Rocks

Explore The Rocks with on a guided walk or snowshoe, attend a film screening, discover an art exhibit, and learn more at events that are open to the community.

The gazebo, or bee house, in summer in black and white.

Self-Guided History Walk

On this history walk, you will be taken past several of the historical buildings and sites that make up this traditional New England farm, and be introduced to the Glessners, the family that founded and further expanded The Rocks into the property you see today. 

In the steamy sugarhouse, visitors hear from sugarmaker Brad Presby.

Take a Private Maple Tour

Can't make it to the NH Maple Weekends? Want to experience the full NH Maple process with a guided expert? We offer private tours of the NH Maple Experience year-round, including a visit to our NH Maple Museum!

The Christmas tree fields in winter.

Take a Private Christmas Tree or Natural History Tour

Whether by motor coach or by foot, we're happy to host groups large and small for private tours. You can learn about our Christmas tree farm, local wildlife, and more.

Porcupine feeding on the ground

Wildlife Watching

The Rocks is home to several species of native animals, from bear and moose to wild turkey, spotted salamanders, and countless bird species. Many of these animals, their habits, and their habitats are featured in our events and educational programs.

The nutshell study is encased in a protective box on display.

See #20 of the Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death

Frances Glessner Lee became known as the "mother of forensic science" and you can see one of her nutshell studies, "Sitting Room & Woodshed," at The Rocks! It is a miniature work of art, a historic artifact, and a teaching tool for forensic science.

The first snowfall at The Rocks.

Photography Guidelines

Personal photography which will not be used for commercial purposes, and is not taken by a paid photographer, is permitted at The Rocks. All commercial photography requires a Special Use Permit issued in advance, and corresponding fee. Participants in photography sessions that are not preapproved or carrying a Special Use Permit will be asked to leave the property. Please contact info@therocks.org to arrange a Special Use Permit. Personal photography which will not be used for commercial purposes, and is not taken by a paid photographer, is permitted at The Rocks. Drones are not permitted at The Rocks.