New England Heritage 2026
August 30 - September 2 or 4
America’s Vacationland: Summering in New England
From seaside havens to mountain retreats, from grand hotels to rustic summer camps, and from playgrounds for the idle rich to healthful respites for the weary worker, the 2026 New England Heritage conference will explore the social worlds, traditions, and cultural meanings of New England’s summer resorts and retreats in the 19th and 20th centuries. Come spend summer days on beautiful, historic Star Island in the Isles of Shoals at the enlightening summer camp for adults known as New England Heritage!
Program Fee
5-night session: $135 per person (age 12 and above)
3-night session: $100 per person (age 12 and above)
Room & Board
The rates below are per person for the full length of the conference.
5-night Option
Adults (18+)
Standard Shared: $980 | Standard Single: $1,375
Motel Shared: $1,220 | Motel Single: $1,810
Youth
Under 5: Free | 6-11 years: $540| 12-17 years: $770
3-night Option
Adults (18+)
Standard Shared: $635 | Standard Single: $880
Motel Shared: $790 | Motel Single: $1,180
Youth
Under 5: Free | 6-11 years: $300| 12-17 years: $425
Boat Schedule
5-night Option
Departure from Portsmouth TBA
Departure from Star Island TBA
3-night Option
Departure from Portsmouth TBA
Departure from Star Island TBA
Questions?
Email Julia Roberts at julialroberts@comcast.net.