ABBIE GRIFFIN PARK
About the Park
Abbie Griffin Park is in the town center portion of Merrimack, adjacent to Town Hall. Numerous concerts and festivities are held in this park each year. The bandstand is also a popular place for weddings.
The Bandstand at Abbie Griffin Park is a beautiful spot to host wedding or other outdoor events. To reserve the Bandstand at Abbie Griffin Park interested parties must fill out the rental application form and submit it to the Parks and Recreation Department for approval. There is no fee associated with renting the Bandstand however reservations are required to avoid overlapping events.
Rules & Regulations:
- Park Hours: 9:00 am to one- half hour past sunset
- No glass containers, alcoholic beverages, or firearms
- All animals must be leased or caged
- Nails and/or tacks are prohibited at the bandstand, any decorations must be tied or taped.
- Area must be left as clean as it was found
- We do not allow tents or bouncy houses to be set up in Abbie Griffin Park.
- Candles are not permitted inside the bandstand.
- No bathrooms are located at this park. Groups wishing to have bathroom for their event are responsible for renting their own porta potties and having them removed at the conclusion of the event.
- Depending on the number of participants and type of event, you may be required, at your expense to arrange for police presence at your event.
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New Hampshire Angel of Hope Monument
The New Hampshire Angel of Hope Monument
The Angel of Hope Monument was installed at Abbie Griffin Park in September 2021 and is a tranquil place to remember, honor, and never forget the little ones who have gone too soon through pregnancy or infant loss. This monument is organized by the NH Chapter of the Tears Foundation and the Town of Merrimack has provided them space within the Park.
The Angel will be holding a baby and a poem of hope is etched in the granite next to the Angel. Two butterfly monuments will be placed on the sides of the Angel of Hope and include the names of babies who are loved and remembered. Benches have been placed so families can have a place to sit and reflect. Whether your child died due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death, may you find healing and peace with a public memorial to honor your child.
For questions about the Memorial, please contact the NH Chapter of the Tears Foundation:
New Hampshire Chapter Leaders
Kim Badessa:
Darcie Champagne:
