Manchester - Number One Small City in the East

Nicknamed as the Queen City, Manchester is the largest city in the U.S. state of New Hampshire and the largest city of northern New England. Composed of Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine, Manchester, it is known by the locals as “ManchVegas.” Incorporated as a city in 1846, the city was a major cotton producer in the 19^th century. The Amoskeag Mills (circa 1838) were instrumental in bringing Manchester to prosperity.

Named the "Number One Small City in the East" by Money magazine, Manchester has several cultural landmarks including the historic Palace Theatre, the Currier Museum of Art, the New Hampshire Institute of Art, the Franco-American Center, the Manchester Historic Association Millyard Museum, the Massabesic Audubon Center, the Amoskeag Fishways Learning and Visitors Center, the Lawrence L. Lee Scouting Museum and Max I. Silber Library, and the SEE Science Center. Valley Cemetery, since 1841 the resting place of numerous prominent citizens, is an early example of a garden style burial ground.

The Currier Gallery of Art boasts a vast collection of glassware, furniture and paintings. With three post-secondary institutions in the area: University of New Hampshire, New Hampshire Technical College and Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester is also a scholarly locale. The city is also ever buzzing with events. Throughout the year, 10,000-seat Verizon Wireless Arena hosts an array of big-name entertainers. Visit the historic Palace Theatre, home to stand-up comedy, plays, musicals and special events for a nostalgic performance atmosphere.