Description

The Manchester Historical Museum Summer Exhibit, "Grand Houses and Gracious Living," provides a close look at many of the grand houses that were built in Manchester from 1880 through the end of the First World War. Also on display are clothing worn during this period and artifacts from the famous Masconomo Hotel. Additionally, tour the Trask House that was built in 1823 by local businesswoman Abigail Hooper. That same year, she married Captain Richard Trask, one of Manchester's successful merchant ship captains. The rooms of the Trask House contain an impressive collection of period furniture, artifacts and fine art.