Driving through Melvin Village in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire on Saturday August 14th, I was thrilled to see the large number of antique and collectable cars and two antique trucks being displayed at the Melvin Garage and the Village Old Car Shop. It was the Tuftonboro Historical Society’s annual arts and crafts fair.

Beautifully Restored Antique Autos Lined Up in Melvin Village

Tuftonboro Historical Society Arts and Crafts Fair, Melvin Village

Now I’ve always loved Melvin Village! The history of this part of Tuftonboro is rich with lore of an old hotel and steamships docking to let off and take on summer folk, as well as the quiet charm of a small New England village on Lake Winnipesaukee. On this absolutely beautiful summer day, I was transported back in time while viewing the restored 1929 Ford Model A Doctor’s Coup, Model T, Texaco truck, the Checker taxi, Pontiac convertible,66 Thunderbird convertible, and Ford Econoline to name just a few of the many on public view or for sale. Boy do I wish I could buy one!

Restored Texaco Tanker Truck

Set in between the antique car dealers is one of the best antique shops in the area, Geez Louise. Mindy Jones, the proprietor, is always upbeat and fun to talk with about antiques or anything else that may be of interest. I wandered in to look at the new old items. Mindy was saying how she loves her location. I can’t blame her for I love going back in time in Melvin Village New Hampshire and you will too.

1966 Ford Thunderbird Covertible

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New York Yellow Checker Cab

There are so many reasons why living in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire is such a wonderful experience. The beauty of the lakes and mountains, the farms and fields, and the history that is prevalent in the endless stone walls and antique colonial homes which are seen everywhere throughout the “Granite State” and the Lakes Region.

I’d like to share some pictures that I have taken of this beautiful area of our State. It is just a little taste of what awaits anyone visiting or wishing to live in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. I hope you enjoy!

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