Welcome to the NH Department of Natural & Cultural Resources
Our mission is to protect, preserve, promote and manage the State’s natural and cultural resources, supporting New Hampshire’s high quality of life and strengthening the experiences of our residents and guests. Working together, our five divisions are “What You Love About New Hampshire!
Latest News
June 02, 2023
Late-season frost affected NH oaks; rebound expected mid-summer
June 01, 2023
Seven additions to NH State Register of Historic Places highlight aspects of daily life across generations
May 01, 2023
Put NH historic sites on your itinerary and celebrate Historic Preservation Month
April 20, 2023
Looking for a different hiking venue? Make visiting a NH fire tower your goal this spring
April 19, 2023
Revolutionary War soldier’s home named to National Register of Historic Places
April 10, 2023
Spring signals the start of wildfire season in NH
April 06, 2023
Harrisville becomes 29th Certified Local Government in NH
April 03, 2023
Recreational Trails Grant Program applications for 2024 now available
NH Moose Plate Program
Each of the DNCR's five divisions uses Moose Plate funds to help conserve the best of New Hampshire.