Covered Bridges of New Hampshire

About Covered Bridges of New Hampshire

This podcast is the companion to Covered Bridges of New Hampshire by Kim Varney Chandler, the most comprehensive history of New Hampshire’s covered bridges in print. New Hampshire is home to more than 60 authentic covered bridges, 46 of them over a century old. They remain today because a dedicated community recognized their significance and chose to preserve them. On this podcast, Kim speaks with the people connected to these bridges in a variety of ways—engineers, historians, preservationists, town officials, authors, photographers, and community advocates. Together, they explore preservation efforts, restoration projects, community identity, tourism, threats, stewardship, and the evolving role these structures play across the Granite State. Whether you are deeply familiar with covered bridges or simply curious about the stories they carry, this podcast offers thoughtful discussion on all things related to covered bridges in New Hampshire. Recipient of the 2023 Second Place Award for Best Audio Podcast from the New Hampshire Press Association.

Publisher

Kim Varney Chandler

Category

arts · history · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Sept 2022

Latest episode

18 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Aug 2026

   The Covered Bridges of Cornish with David Kruidenier

   Kim speaks with David Kruidenier, President of the Cornish Historical Society. David shares what makes Cornish one of New Hampshire's most historically significant towns and explains how its four covered bridges, historic architecture, and deep sense of place reflect the community's rich heritage and ongoing commitment to preservation. Links from the conversation Cornish Historical Society Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge Photos Blacksmith Shop Bridge Photos Dingleton Hill Bridge Photos Blow-...

2. 

   11 Aug 2026

   The New Hampshire Land and Community Heritage Investment Program with George Born

   Kim talks with George Born, Historic Resources Specialist with the New Hampshire Land and Community Heritage Investment Program. George explains how LCHIP supports the protection of significant historic and cultural sites across the state, including several of New Hampshire’s covered bridges. Links from the conversation LCHIP Links for Covered Bridges of New Hampshire Covered Bridges of New Hampshire Support the show

3. 

   4 Aug 2026

   The Sentinel Pine Bridge with Dave Anderson

   Kim talks with Dave Anderson, Senior Director of Education for the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests. Dave discusses the history and setting of the Sentinel Pine Bridge in Flume Gorge, and how it fits within the broader stewardship of Franconia Notch State Park. Links from the conversation Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests Franconia Notch State Park Flume Gorge Sentinel Pine Bridge Links for Covered Bridges of New Hampshire Covered Bridges of New Ham...

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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