Hometown Heroes and Notables Banners Downtown
Newmarket’s downtown light poles are now displaying rotating Hometown Heroes and Newmarket Notables banners as part of the 300th celebrations. The town has 31 available pole spaces, and banners will rotate throughout 2026 and 2027. A limited number of spaces remain for new banner orders. Residents can learn more or place an order through this […]
Newmarket History on Facebook
We’re sharing tidbits of history on our Facebook page. Follow us at Newmarket, NH 300 for up-to-date information on our celebrations and for interesting moments in our history.
How we work with others to plan celebrations
In January, members of the 300 Committee met with several organizations and other committees in town to build relationships and gather ideas for collaborating on events to celebrate the USA 250 and the Newmarket 300. Some attendees included the Newmarket Business Association (NBA), Lamprey River Advisory Committee (LRAC), Main St. Corporation, Arts, Culture and Tourism […]
New Look, Same Committee!
Hello! As you have found by visiting our new website, we have a brand new look. Along with these exciting changes, I thought I would review what our 300th Committee is all about. The Town of Newmarket created a committee to help plan for our tercentennial celebrations. Our charter with the town includes forming a […]
Remembering Mike
it is with deep sadness that we share the news of the unexpected passing of Michael A. Provost, our past president and a cherished resident of Newmarket. He passed away on December 4th, 2025 at York Hospital. His involvement with the Newmarket 300 program, the Newmarket Historical Society, and numerous other organizations and committees showcased […]
Why Should My Business Join The 300 Club?
This is a good question. One of the outcomes of the celebration that is a goal of the USA250/NEWMARKET300 volunteers is to build community, and not just among residents but the business community also. No one wants to live in a silo. The purpose of the 300 Club is to get 300 businesses and residents […]
Blog #3- WHAT ARE WE CELEBRATING?
The Town of Newmarket has designated the USA250/NEWMARKET300 Group to encourage, approve, promote, and plan events from organizations and businesses in Newmarket that celebrate the 260th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 and the 300th Anniversary of Newmarket in 2027. The committee intends to honor our past, celebrate the present, and look to […]
Why the “300 Club”?
Questions abound when talking to people about the USA250/NEWMARKET Group, and one that keeps rising is: “What is and why do you have the 300 Club?” It really is rather easy. Newmarket 300 is a celebration planned by Newmarket people for Newmarket people. The 300 Club allows people to be directly involved in funding events, […]
Dedication, Expertise, and Love of Community
Welcome to what we hope is our first weekly blog post! So, what is USA250/NEWMARKET300? First of all, we are a registered 501 c 3 non-profit corporation, so all donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Our mission is to encourage, help coordinate, market, and assist local organizations in producing events that celebrate the […]