The Balsams' red clay courts are admired by both legendary pros and young amateurs.
When Rick Toland recently took charge of tennis programs at this northern NH vacation spot, he wasn’t exactly a stranger. He has intermittently served here (pardon the punnery) since the 1970s.
It was in those early days of Toland’s resort service that a highlight occurred which bears recalling… Read More
Benny performing with President Truman in 1959
Nearly every type of famous person you can imagine has stayed at this remote New Hampshire vacation spot. Here’s a list of just some of the popular comedians who’ve dropped by over the decades…. Read More
Officially, Gary Armitage is Vice President of Sales and New Business Development for this New Hampshire hotel. Unofficially, he is a rock figure from the ’60s, a former college professor and a fireball of enthusiasm for a beloved vacation spot. Like most folks at The Balsams, Gary has had a series of profound experiences with guests and nature. This fall he discussed some of them with The Balsams Blog. Read More
History and tradition abound at this NH grand hotel. For example, you may know that New Hampshire is the first state to vote in the presidential primary. But did you also know that Dixville Notch is the first town to vote in each primary as well? Citizens gather in The Balsams’ Ballot Room at midnight on primary day to cast their votes.
Over the years, many presidential candidates have visited Dixville Notch. If they needed lodging, guess where they spent the night? Of course, The Balsams! Below is a short list of presidents and the more notable presidential candidates who’ve been guests at The Balsams.
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