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Gorham Highlights

WIth its lovely downtown, towering mountains to tranquil forests, historic attractions, beautiful natural spaces, museums, magnificent recreation opportunities, you will enjoy every minute in Gorham. The Medallion Opera House, a lovely auditorium/theater that was built in 1918, has hosted many events since it reopened in 2011. Music, theater, film, workshop and events are held throughout the year. The Historical Society and Railroad Museum is housed inside of a train boxcar and features unique railroad engines and cars on display. Photos, objects and scale models are here for your enjoyment. Step back in time at the Douglas A. Philbrook Red Barn Museum. This small, free museum sits on the breathtaking Mt. Washington Auto Road and is dedicated to the historic routes of the past. This is the last surviving building of the horse and hay barns that were along this stretch of road. Many parks and trails, including Moose Brook State Park, are perfect for all types of outdoor activities. Fishing in Peabody or Moose River; hike or walk the paths (varied length and difficulty) on the Presidential Rail Trail (18 miles); Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center which offers rafting, excursions, tours and the like…all of this can be found in Gorham. Gift shops, offering one-of-a-kind gifts and fine art and photography from local and national artists, custom jewelry and more are waiting for you to browse. Wonderful options of mouthwatering meals are waiting to be discovered in Gorham. As you can see, Gorham is a wonderful place to explore.