New Hampshire’s Liberty Community

Friendly people, effective action.

Free Staters are creating a society in which people value each other’s rights and choices, even when they are unpopular, as long as they hurt no one else. This kind of community is dynamic, productive, open, friendly, and creative. It welcomes people to be authentic and to participate however they choose, and the results are invigorating and inspiring.

New Hampshire’s small size facilitates activism and frequent collaboration among participants. Regular meetups include social gatherings at restaurants and bars, potlucks, market days, movie nights, parties, and play dates. A team of friendly volunteers known as the Welcome Wagon gathers when new movers arrive, unloading their belongings and connecting them with the community.

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Brittany & Matthew Leave Indiana to Build a Free Family

Brittany and Matt visited New Hampshire and saw that the liberty movement is real. So when they decided to have children, they knew they needed to leave Indiana behind to build a freedom-focused family in New Hampshire.

Will Unschooling Children Be Spoiled?

This month, James challenges the belief that self-directed kids can’t handle the world. He writes that allowing children to choose their own challenges and make their own decisions may prepare them better for grown life than adult-imposed tasks or hardships ever could.

Thank a Free Stater: Hershel Nunez

Hershel Nunez is a tall drink of cool water. He has volunteered three times at Liberty Forum as our exhibition hall coordinator. He has a unique knack for making people feel valued and creates an atmosphere of warmth with his generous spirit.

Merrimack Valley Porcupines

Merrimack Valley is home to the state’s largest concentration of Free Staters living in and around Manchester, Concord and Nashua. Each week here is packed with opportunities to socialize, volunteer, learn and promote liberty. Some of these events draw activists from all over the state, and the monthly MVP meetup attracts 30-50 people.

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Freecoasters

From pristine beaches to fine dining to cutting-edge startups, the Seacoast is the place for libertarians seeking a cosmopolitan life. Up to 40 Freecoasters gather every Thursday night to keep in touch and welcome new movers. Here you’ll find a growing group of peaceful parents. Visit The Praxeum, a flexible-use space centered on liberty.

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Monadnock Porcupines

The Monadnock Region is home to Keene, offering a unique blend of city life, small size, and college town vibrancy. Here you’ll find merchants leading the world in cryptocurrency acceptance and a central square with a strong free speech tradition. About 10 people attend Keene’s Social Sunday, the longest running weekly liberty gathering in New Hampshire.

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Lakes Region Porcupines

The Lakes Region is home to nearly 300 bodies of water, along with the Lakes Region Porcupines, a group that has been meeting monthly for about eight years. This social gathering has turned into a goodwill organization, offering emergency radio communications, a blood drive, and a toy drive.

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Upper Valley Porcupines

The Upper Valley features scenic mountains and lakes, along with the conveniences of the Dartmouth-Sunapee area. Lots of liberty families settle here! Liberty Tuesday meetups attract 20-30 people to enjoy a monthly dinner, and Bardo Farm hosts monthly potlucks and weekly “Farm Fridays with Friends.”

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North Country Porcupines

The North Country offers peace, quiet and the beauty of nature, along with low-priced real estate and ‘reasonable’ taxes. Recently quite a few families have moved “north of the notches” and are thriving in its wholesome, low-crime communities. The North Country Porcupines meet monthly with 20+ people in attendance.

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Meet the Early Movers

Early movers have created and reinforced dozens of successful pro-liberty organizations addressing education, taxes, gun rights, the media, homeschooling, drugs, currency, and other issues. Whatever your interest, there will be people here to work with you on it!