Exeter is a historic Seacoast town in Rockingham County on the Squamscott River, minutes from beaches and well served by rail and highway links. A vibrant population of longtime residents, students, and professionals sustains an active downtown. Founded in the 1600s, Exeter’s layered history appears in colonial streetscapes, museums, and renowned schools that influenced national scholarship. The local economy features education, healthcare, professional services, boutique retail, and destination dining. Cultural life thrives with galleries, author talks, chamber concerts, and civic lectures; top attractions include riverwalks, parks, antiques, and quick trips to sandy shores. Arts festivals, farmers markets, and holiday stroll events enliven the core, while a preservation-minded community promotes walkability and public greens. Find streets, river paths, and nearby Seacoast towns on our interactive map of Exeter.
Location: 42.981477, -70.9478343