Bicentennial
Bicentennial Reunion

Schedule of Events

Welcome Home, Alumni

Whether you are staying for an event, a day, or for the whole weekend, this Reunion offers a wide selection of activities and celebrations to customize your stay.

Wondering what is new about Reunion? Our typical Saturday night reception, including the alumni awards, class photos, music, and dancing, has moved to Friday night for 2022. Saturday night's signature event is the Bicentennial Gala—a one-of-a-kind experience in honor of our school's 200-year history. 

**Events are subject to a nominal fee.
The schedule may be subject to additions as well as timing and location adjustments.

Please contact us to be added to the Bicentennial Gala or on-campus lodging waitlists.

Signature Event

Bicentennial Gala
Saturday, June 4

Table sponsorships are no longer available due to the Bicentennial Gala being sold out. To be placed on a waitlist for seats in case of cancellations, please contact us.

Schedule of Events

Thursday, June 2

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Friday, June 3

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  • Morning Golf

    Waukewan Golf Course
    Meredith, NH
    Tee times begin at 8:00 am and will be confirmed in advance

  • 7:30 am - 9:00 am - Breakfast

    Memorial Dining Hall

  • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm - Registration

    The Moore Center

  • 9:30 am - Vintage Tennis Tournament

    Hosted by Veronica Lima-De Angelis P'01, '03
    Bicknell Tennis Courts
    Bring your wooden racquet and join alumni and faculty in a nostalgic game of tennis sporting a vintage color scheme of white or beige-colored clothing.

    Reception to follow on the Veronica Lima-De Angelis Patio adjacent to the tennis courts.

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm - Trip to Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

    Holderness, NH
    Pre-registration required
    A perfect family-friendly activity! Open meadows, mature forests, and marsh boardwalks connect interactive natural exhibits where native animals reside: black bears, mountain lions, raptors, river otters, bobcats, and more.

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm - Trip to Wellington State Park

    Newfound Lake, Bristol, NH
    Pre-registration recommended
    Located just up the road in Bristol, Wellington State Park boasts the largest freshwater swimming beach in the State Park system in New Hampshire. Enjoy a beautiful day at the beach with family and friends, enjoying all the Lakes Region has to offer.

  • 11:00 am - 200 Years of History: A Walking Tour

    Led by Kent Bicknell '65 and Jerrica Blackey P'19
    Join Jerrica and Kent, two of New Hampton School’s most knowledgeable Husky Historians, on a walking tour of school and town locations. Learn more about the School’s unique and rich history during a leisurely stroll back through time.

    Tour concludes at the newly renovated Gordon-Nash Library.

  • 11:00 am - Class of 2020 Brick Dedication

    Featured speakers: Ian Boisvert '20 and Taylor Healey '20.
    Class of 2020 Brunch to follow.

  • 11:30 am - 1:00 pm - Lunch

    Memorial Dining Hall

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Saturday, June 4

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  • 1:00 pm - 200 Years of History: A Walking Tour

    Led by Kent Bicknell ’65 and Jerrica Blackey P’19
    Join Jerrica and Kent, two of New Hampton School’s most knowledgeable Husky Historians, on a walking tour of school and town locations. Learn more about the School’s unique and rich history during a leisurely stroll back through time.

    Tour concludes at the newly renovated Gordon-Nash Library.

  • 2:00 pm - Campus Tour of Latest NHS Renovations

    Join NHS staff for a walking tour of the school’s most recent campus enhancements, with a first-hand view of our exciting new/renovated spaces around Husky Nation!

  • 2:00 pm - Estate Planning Seminar

    Join Karl Kimball '74, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and Trustee Steve Perry '74 for information about including New Hampton School in your estate plans.

  • 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm - Artists' Reception

    Galletly Gallery, Moore Center
    Stop by the gallery for a reception and view the work of fellow alumni: a special collection on display Reunion Weekend only.

  • 2:30 pm - Pickleball

    Hosted by Andy Moore ’65, Jamie and Lara Arsenault P’13, ’15
    Bicknell Tennis Courts

  • 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Registration

    Located behind Jacobson Arena

  • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm - State of the School Address

    Hosted by Head of School Joe Williams P'22
    Master Classroom, Academic Research Center

  • 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm - Reception

    Tent by Kennedy Field

  • *5:45 pm - 10:00 pm - Bicentennial Gala Celebration

    Jacobson Arena
    Enjoy a delicious plated dinner and learn more about the School’s rich history while celebrating 200 years of New Hampton leaders, legends, and legacies and the common threads and themes which join us all together. Music, dancing, and fireworks round out an evening of milestone festivities.

    $100, with discounted pricing for the classes of 2012-2022

Sunday, June 5

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Store and Gallery Hours

Alumni Art Exhibition
Galletly Gallery

Experience a diverse array of artistic mediums and expressions created by New Hampton School alumni throughout the years. Open all weekend during posted hours.
Campus Store and Country Store hours will be posted in advance of the weekend.

Need more information?

Our alumni relations team and Bicentennial committees are ready to help! Please reach out to Cindy Buck, our Bicentennial Coordinator, or Alison Kirk '90, our Young Alumni Relations Coordinator, with any questions.

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    Alison Kirk 

    Assistant Director of Alumni Relations
    603-677-3448
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    Cindy Buck 

    Bicentennial Coordinator
    603-677-3414

Celebrate

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Be a part of this moment and contact us with any questions. We look forward to gathering together and celebrating our School's rich history.
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