Manchester, New Hampshire: Merci Box Car
A World War I French railroad box car filled with presents for New Hampshire, a gift from a grateful France, now displayed in its own little building behind glass.
- Address:
- Reed St., Manchester, NH
- Directions:
- West side of the city. I-293 exit 6. South on Front St./Amoskeag St./Eddy Rd, then first right onto Bremer St. Drive five or six blocks, then left onto Reed St. At the dead end of Reed, just south of Bremer.
- Hours:
- Ceremony annually in Sept. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Visitor Tips and News About Merci Box Car
Reports and tips from RoadsideAmerica.com visitors and Roadside America mobile tipsters. Some tips may not be verified. Submit your own tip.
The French sent over gifts of gratitude in the "Merci" train, thankful for the relief supplies sent over by individual Americans in the 1940s. Each state received their own box car, and NH has wonderfully preserved theirs in a gorgeous Lions Club-style shrine, decorated with fleur-de-lys and French signage aplenty. It's weird and educational!
[Alyssa Waite, 05/14/2003]Nearby Offbeat Places
Sit With the Father of Video Games, Manchester, NH - < 1 mi.
Grieving Gold Star Mother Statue, Manchester, NH - 1 mi.
Old Man of the Mountain Consolation Replica, Hooksett, NH - 4 mi.Latest Tips Across Roadside America
Catch up on the latest discoveries from the road.
Explore Thousands of Oddball Tourist Attractions!
Unique destinations in the U.S. and Canada are our special obsession. Use our attraction recommendation and maps to plan your next road trip.
Dec. 2004 - Steve Perley sent photos.